Ray James
Summary
Dependable maintenance technician offering several years of building maintenance and repair experience. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical systems and exterior and interior lighting system repair.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Window Rock Unified School District
Fort Defiance
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted routine maintenance on school facilities and equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Inspected buildings for safety compliance and reported issues promptly.
- Repaired plumbing fixtures, including sinks and toilets, to maintain functionality and prevent disruptions.
- Drywall repairs, replacement and finishing.
- Ceramic tile installation
- Light tube replacing and light bulbs.
- Some concrete experience
- Handled electrical tasks, including replacing outlets and light fixtures, to enhance safety and reliability.
- Cabinets and countertop install.
- Experience on 310 John Deere loader
- John Deere mower machines
Maintenance Technician
Navajo Nation Department Of Workforce Development
Window Rock
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies for efficient operations.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to ensure facility reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all maintenance tasks.
- Documented work performed and reported findings to management regularly.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
Maintenance Technician
Greasewood Springs Community School
Ganado
07.2018 - 09.2021
- Conducted routine inspections of school facilities for maintenance needs.
- Performed repairs on plumbing, electrical, in classrooms.
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies for efficient Operation
- Assisted staff with setup and breakdown for school events and activities.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to ensure facility reliability.
- Documented work performed and reported findings to management regularly.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
Custodian
University of New Mexico- Gallup
Gallup
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Maintained cleanliness of classrooms and common areas throughout the campus.
- Operated cleaning equipment to ensure efficient and thorough sanitation.
- Managed waste disposal and recycling processes in compliance with university guidelines.
- Assisted in setting up facilities for events and classroom activities as needed.
- Conducted routine inspections of campus facilities for maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with staff to address urgent cleaning requests promptly.
- Trained new custodial staff on proper cleaning procedures and safety protocols.
- Developed schedules for daily cleaning tasks to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
- Stocking restrooms with necessary paper products such as toilet paper and paper towels; replenishing soap dispensers when needed.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Maintaining an organized storage area for custodial supplies and equipment; ordering additional items when needed.
- Operating floor buffers, pressure washers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, ladders, snow blowers, leaf blowers safely.
- Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Setting up chairs and tables for events taking place in the building's common areas; organizing supplies for upcoming events.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
Maintenance
J&D Corporation/ Lexington Inn
Holbrook
10.2009 - 02.2017
- Performed maintenance on equipment and machinery.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures as necessary.
- Provided technical assistance during scheduled maintenance windows.
- Inspected buildings for maintenance and repair needs.
- Reported any maintenance issues to supervisors immediately.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment maintenance activities.
- Providing general maintenance on fencing and gates.
- Performed regular system checks, maintenance and upgrades.
- Performed basic maintenance and cleaning.
- Reported maintenance issues to the supervisor immediately.
- Conducted maintenance and repair on production equipment.
- Developed schedules for preventive maintenance activities.
Education
Ganado High School
Ganado , Arizona Skills
- Flooring installations
- Preventive maintenance
- Plumbing repairs
- Facility inspections
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Groundskeeping
- Hand and power tools
- Roof maintenance
- Flooring repair
- Drywall repair
- Lighting systems
- Painting
- Maintenance scheduling
- Tool management
- Reporting and documentation
- Supply management
- Field maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Safety-oriented mindset
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Window Rock Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Navajo Nation Department Of Workforce Development
11.2021 - 07.2022
Maintenance Technician
Greasewood Springs Community School
07.2018 - 09.2021
Custodian
University of New Mexico- Gallup
02.2017 - 07.2018
Maintenance
J&D Corporation/ Lexington Inn
10.2009 - 02.2017
Ganado High School