Ruben Pena
Yuma,AZ
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
The Michaels Organization
Yuma, Arizona
07.2017 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance systems.
- Executed resident work orders and addressed urgent maintenance requests, ensuring resident satisfaction and timely resolution.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex electrical and mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Inspected vacant units for repairs, cleaning, and move-in readiness.
- Repaired locks, doors, fixtures, and interior finishes across properties.
- Maintained apartment homes and common areas for Michaels Organization communities.
- Documented service requests, repairs, and supply usage in maintenance logs.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Followed safety procedures and maintained clean, organized work areas.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Ensured proper functioning of facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
- Coordinated sourcing and ordering of parts and supplies, facilitating timely maintenance operations and support for ongoing facility needs.
Groundskeeper
City of Yuma Parks and Recreation
Yuma, Arizona
06.2014 - 07.2017
- Maintained parks, recreation areas, and public grounds for City of Yuma Parks and Recreation
- Operated mowers, blowers, trimmers, and utility equipment during daily grounds work
- Mowed turf, trimmed edges, and cleared debris from lawns, paths, and facilities
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Inspected and repaired irrigation systems to support healthy landscape conditions
- Repaired irrigation systems, including valves, sprinklers, and pipes.
- Pruned shrubs, trees, and hedges using hand tools and powered equipment
- Trimmed trees, shrubs, and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
- Transported mulch, soil and sand using shovel and rake.
- Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees.
- Collected litter, removed trash, and kept outdoor areas clean and safe
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
- Reported hazards, damaged fixtures, and maintenance needs to supervisors promptly
- Watered plants, flowers, and turf to maintain healthy growth.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to regulations.
- Planted grass seed in areas of bare soil or where needed.
Education
Arizona Western College
Yuma, ArizonaSkills
- HVAC troubleshooting
- Electrical repair
- Plumbing repair
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment Repair
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Parts replacement
- Parts ordering
- Work order management
- Equipment inspection
- Facility maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Grounds maintenance
- Power tools proficiency
- Power and hand tool use
- Troubleshooting skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Mechanical repair
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
The Michaels Organization
07.2017 - Current
Groundskeeper
City of Yuma Parks and Recreation
06.2014 - 07.2017
Arizona Western College