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Maintenance Mechanic/Maintenance Director

Norman West

Excelcarewilmington Rehabilitation & Nursing
WILMINGTON,DE
19
Years of experience

Reliable maintenance leader with experience directing preventive maintenance, tracking work orders, and overseeing repairs across facility systems. Skilled in computerized maintenance management, contractor coordination, and compliance-focused maintenance. Committed to efficient service and minimal disruption.

Work History

Maintenance Mechanic/Maintenance Director

3 Years 5 Months
Excelcarewilmington Rehabilitation & Nursing | 06.2023 - Current
  • Inspected facility systems for code compliance, hazards, and needed corrective action.
  • Repaired doors, locks, fixtures, and general building components to restore functionality.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw bidding and selection processes.
  • Coordinated with nursing staff and leadership to minimize disruption during maintenance tasks.
  • Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
  • Directed preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems.
  • Oversaw work orders, prioritizing requests to maintain timely completion and compliance.

Lead Maintenance Mechanic

7 Years 5 Months
Kutz Reabilitation & Nursing | 03.2013 - 08.2020
  • Supervised preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
  • Diagnosed equipment failures and completed timely repairs to restore facility operations.
  • Inspected building systems to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  • Tracked work orders and prioritized urgent maintenance requests across resident care areas.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered parts to prevent service delays.
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
  • Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.

Auto Mechanic

10 Months
Imperial Auto | 08.2011 - 06.2012
  • Diagnosed engine, transmission, and electrical issues using diagnostic scanners and repair manuals.
  • Inspected brakes, suspension, steering, and fluid systems for safety and performance concerns.
  • Repaired and replaced worn components, including belts, hoses, batteries, starters, and alternators.
  • Performed routine maintenance such as oil changes, tune-ups, tire rotations, and filter replacements.
  • Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through clear communication of repair needs and expected completion times.

Production Associate/Maintenance Mechanic/

3 Years 2 Months
Linens Of The Week | 05.2008 - 07.2011
  • Inspected finished items for quality, consistency, and production standards.
  • Coordinated with team members to maintain steady production flow across assigned tasks.
  • Operated production equipment to assemble and prepare linens for daily order fulfillment.
  • Sorted, folded, and packaged linen products to support efficient workflow.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Optimized machine performance through precision alignment, calibration, and adjustment of components.
  • Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.

Education

GED

Central High School | Painter, VA

Skills

HVAC system maintenance
Preventive Maintenance
Machine maintenance
Equipment repair
Troubleshooting
Work order management
Work order processing
Building maintenance
Surface preparation
Hand and power tool use
Maintenance management
Eager to learn

Timeline

Maintenance Mechanic/Maintenance Director

Excelcarewilmington Rehabilitation & Nursing
06.2023 - CurrentRead More

Lead Maintenance Mechanic

Kutz Reabilitation & Nursing
03.2013 - 08.2020Read More

Auto Mechanic

Imperial Auto
08.2011 - 06.2012Read More

Production Associate/Maintenance Mechanic/

Linens Of The Week
05.2008 - 07.2011Read More

Central High School

GED
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Norman West