Steven Houston
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Technician with over 3 years of expertise in building maintenance and repair. Deep understanding of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols, and general maintenance practices. Skilled in carpentry, electrical systems, and repairing exterior and interior lighting systems. Known for dependability, service-driven approach, and maintaining a strong safety record. Proficient in analyzing blueprints and schematics to accurately assess repair requirements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Invitation Homes Inc.
03.2024 - Current
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completing maintenance service requests across multiple trades
- Providing excellent customer service and promoting a quality living experience for all residents
- Completing regular ProCare visits in residents' homes to perform proactive maintenance and repairs educating residents regarding all maintenance topics
- Completing general property condition assessments at all property visits and alerting the property management team when items require immediate attention
- Reviewing and using Technician-specific reports to find opportunities for improvement
- Performing repairs in vacant properties while they are on-the-market or during the turn process
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Mainstreet Renewal
05.2022 - 03.2024
- Review the calendar each day for assigned work orders to be completed
- Ensure all requested repair information is gathered and all appropriate supplies are available
- Schedule daily tasks and communicate with residents on expected arrival times
- Complete all requested property maintenance within Main Street Renewal service level agreement (SLA) turn-around times and scope which includes property walks, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, carpentry repairs as well as external repairs to asset
- Ensure all work orders are closed out timely (before I leave residents home)
- Communicate with the Maintenance Lead and/or Supervisor regarding the status and completion of repairs
- Responsible for documenting all completed work by taking before and after photos
- Track supplies and tool usage for restocking and servicing
- Perform rekeying of properties as well as other specific repair and/or securing work directly in the pursuit of successful property condition management
- Perform pre move in audits/repairs prior to a new move in
- Provide exceptional customer service to MS Renewal residents
- Provide assistance and resources to peers as needed
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements
- Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks
- Cleaned vents and replaced filters to verify proper air flow
- Inspected, repaired and maintained lighting and electrical systems, air conditioning equipment and plumbing system components
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime
- Performed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations
ELECTRICIAN
D.OD Army
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements
- Stored and kept power tools and equipment for each job
- Analyzed blueprints to diagnose potential electrical hazards and conduct risk assessments prior to starting new jobs
MACHINE OPERATOR
Pratt & Whitney
07.2015 - 08.2020
- Manually set up machinery and equipment, including lathes and grinders
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to end problems
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform rough and finishing machining, working with tin, sheet iron and sheet copper
- Followed company and OSHA safety rules and regulations
MATERIAL HANDLER
Heatcraft Refrigeration
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed daily customer service aspects, including maintaining positive and ongoing relationships with external customers and freight partners
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and check inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to decide items to be moved, gathered or distributed
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements
- Fastened documentation, including receipts, packing slips and bill of lading, to shipments leaving facility
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions
PRODUCTION LINE ASSEMBLY WORKER
Mobis Of Georgia
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Followed outlined specifications to implement effective assembly plans
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools
- Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to keep line productivity
- Calibrated equipment to maintain optimal performance
- Identified machinery malfunctions by performing troubleshooting tasks
- Tested electrical controls and components on lines
- Assembled compressors using Work Center Instructions (WCI), Piping and Instrumentation instructions (P and I), Wiring Diagram (WD), Bill of Material (BOM) and assembly drawings
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Phenix City, AL08.2011
Skills
- Basic circuit knowledge
- Small Hvac
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting skills
- Carpentry
- Customer Service
- Plumbing
- Drywall repair
- Painting
- Power tools proficiency
- OSHA
- Electrical troubleshooting
Certification
- OSHA Certified
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Invitation Homes Inc.
03.2024 - Current
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Mainstreet Renewal
05.2022 - 03.2024
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority
11.2021 - 05.2022
ELECTRICIAN
D.OD Army
08.2020 - 11.2021
MACHINE OPERATOR
Pratt & Whitney
07.2015 - 08.2020
MATERIAL HANDLER
Heatcraft Refrigeration
07.2014 - 07.2015
PRODUCTION LINE ASSEMBLY WORKER
Mobis Of Georgia
07.2013 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Central High School