Steven Bixler Jr.
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dependable Maintenance Technician offering eight 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
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician/Facilities/Grounds
Greys Lake Apartments
Des Moines, IA
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
Maintenance Technician
Capital City Fruit Inc.
Norwalk, IA
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Ensured proper functioning of facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Server/Bartender
Rockefeller
Des Moines, IA
04.2005 - 08.2022
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
Machine Operator/Maintenance Technician/
The Printer Inc (TPI)
Des Moines, IA
09.2005 - 09.2012
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Inspect finished products for defects or discrepancies in stitching quality.
- Thread spools through guides and tension disks of sewing machines according to pattern diagrams.
- Test sample stitches on scrap material before beginning production run.
- Identify areas needing repair due to loose seams or faulty stitching.
- Performed routine maintenance on cutting machines such as changing blades, lubricating moving parts and checking fluid levels.
- Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
- Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of items against purchase orders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
Norwalk08-2004
Skills
- Equipment Installation
- Documentation
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Codes Compliance
- Parts Replacement
- Tool Management
- Building Maintenance
- Field Maintenance
- Drywall Repair
- Equipment Repair
- Groundskeeping
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Mechanical Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Reporting and Documentation
- System Installations
- Hand and Power Tools
- HVAC Systems
- Machine Lubrication
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Hydraulic Systems
- Snow Clearing
- Commercial Construction Experience
- Written/Verbal Communication
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Hardware Installation
- Maintenance and Repairs
- Maintenance and Repair
- Heavy Lifting
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Customer Interaction
- Installation and Repair
- Issue Resolution
- Construction Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Supply Restocking
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Running
- Food Delivery
- Order Accuracy
- Liquor, Wine, and Food Service
- Menu Knowledge
- Cash Handling
- POS Operation
Certification
- EPA Universal Cerification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician/Facilities/Grounds
Greys Lake Apartments
09.2023 - 01.2024
Maintenance Technician
Capital City Fruit Inc.
03.2023 - 10.2023
Machine Operator/Maintenance Technician/
The Printer Inc (TPI)
09.2005 - 09.2012
Server/Bartender
Rockefeller
04.2005 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
- EPA Universal Cerification
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