Shiraan J. Cousin
Coon Rapids
Summary
Results driven professional with a strong background in maintenance and project management seeking to bring talent and vision to a respected organization that rewards proven success in process improvements, troubleshooting, repair and team leadership. Expertise in property maintenance, carpentry, hanging drywall, cabinet installs and plumbing. Demonstrated management skills that guide teams to success and establish meaningful relationships with clients and customers to sustain smooth business relationships & future operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Trellis Management
Minneapolis
12.2020 - Current
- Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
Carpenter / Foreman Assistant
Elegant Living Designs
Minneapolis
01.2007 - Current
- Supervise, at times, crews of up to 15 journeymen.
- Establish and manages a residential construction company.
- Perform renovations, restorations, and repairs, including framing, sheathing, cornice, roofing, decks, additions, drywall, kitchens, baths, windows, doors and trim.
Maintenance Technician / Roaming Supervisor
Nationwide Housing Inc.
Minneapolis
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Perform minor carpentry inside apartments, repair damage and update facilities.
- Installs new water heaters, plumbing systems, fixtures and kitchen components.
- Repair apartment facades and interior spaces.
- Answer service calls during and after business hours.
- Calibrated temperature and equipment settings to optimize performance.
Maintenance Technician
Laramar Group
MPLS
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Responded to service calls for facility equipment in tenant spaces.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and scheduled repairs or replacements.
- Answered tenant questions regarding maintenance and repairs.
- Completed all paperwork and job logs on time.
- Followed company standard operation procedures and applicable regulations consistently.
Maintenance Technician / Scheduler
Premier Housing Management
MPLS
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Provided general building maintenance repairs, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and painting.
- Fabricated tools, brackets and guards.
- Implemented emergency evacuation procedures and diagrams. Maintained fire extinguishers monthly and generated all safety reports.
- Maintained inventory of parts, supplies, various solvents, oils and chemicals.
- Developed procedures and directed material use for swift completion of installations and repairs.
Building Technician
Aeon Homes
Minneapolis
06.2000 - 08.2015
- Established relationships with various service vendors, sales representatives and sister properties.
- Responded to emergency situations efficiently using critical thinking skills.
- Ensured that inventory of equipment and supplies remained stocked and prepared, while also respecting budgets.
- Prioritized work orders to ensure all were completed in designated time.
- Assisted in modernizing and upgrading outdated apartment units.
- Maintained good rapport among residents.
- Promoted from Temporary Worker, to Groundskeeper, to Maintenance Technician.
Skills
- Project Management
- Customer Service
- Facility Management
- Staff Development
- Carpentry Maintenance
- Safety Management
- Flooring
- Cabinetry
References
Upon Request
Specialized Training Certifications
- Boilers Certification
- Facility Maintenance Management
- Hands on Drywall & Texturing
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Trellis Management
12.2020 - Current
Maintenance Technician / Roaming Supervisor
Nationwide Housing Inc.
07.2018 - 12.2020
Maintenance Technician
Laramar Group
05.2017 - 07.2018
Maintenance Technician / Scheduler
Premier Housing Management
08.2015 - 05.2017
Carpenter / Foreman Assistant
Elegant Living Designs
01.2007 - Current
Building Technician
Aeon Homes
06.2000 - 08.2015