Terry Carson
Eagan,MN
Summary
Dedicated Maintenance Technician with expertise in preventive maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, and building maintenance. Proven ability to conduct thorough inspections and implement effective maintenance programs to optimize operational efficiency.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
DH Gustafson Company
03.2026 - Current
- Maintain physical condition & structural integrity of a 300 unit residential property, completing 98% of work orders within 24-hour SLA.
- Troubleshoot and repair faulty HVAC units, water heaters & electrical fixtures, safely restoring operational downtime.
- Conduct apartment turnovers, executing drywall patching, interior painting, and flooring replacements to prepare units for new tenants.
- Oversee exterior groundskeeping, parking lot maintenance, & seasonal landscaping, ensuring compliance with local city codes.
- Manage vendor relationships & negotiate bids for major repairs, resulting in 10% cost savings for the property management team.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and inventory supplies for efficient tracking.
Pool Operator
Country Inn & Suites Hotel
04.2022 - Current
- Monitored pool water quality and maintained proper chemical levels to ensure guest safety.
- Conducted regular maintenance on pool equipment, improving operational efficiency and reliability.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and pool maintenance procedures for consistent service delivery.
- Developed and implemented cleaning schedules to enhance overall pool area cleanliness and aesthetics.
Maintenance Engineer
Radisson Blu - MOA
06.2014 - 02.2026
- Respond to an average of 15-20 daily guestroom and public area maintenance requests, ensuring a 98% satisfaction rate for rapid problem resolution.
- Executed a proactive preventive maintenance program for 500 rooms, reducing equipment breakdowns and service downtime by 15%.
- Performed routine electrical and plumbing repairs, including troubleshooting PTAC units, unclogging drains, and replacing faucets.
- Monitored and serviced indoor pool and spa filters, adjusting chemical levels to meet strict county and brand health requirements.
- Conducted daily walkthrough to inspect life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency lighting) and ensure full OSHA and local building code compliance.
- Documented completed work orders and maintenance logs accurately in the property management system (PMS).
Maintenance Technician
Super 8 Hotel
01.2011 - 05.2014
- Assisted the Chief Engineer in maintaining the structural, mechanical, and electrical elements of a 90-room hotel.
- Handled drywall repair, rough carpentry, and interior/exterior painting to ensure aesthetic standards were met.
- Addressed emergency maintenance calls, coordinating directly with the Front Desk to ensure effective follow-up and guest comfort.
- Serviced laundry and kitchen equipment to prevent operational delays.
Maintenance Technician
Hotel Minneapolis
04.2008 - 01.2011
- Performed security on grounds to ensure guest safety .
- Maintained hotel's interior & exterior painting, polishing and other related projects
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance.
- Parked & retrieved an average of 20 vehicles daily, ensuring zero accidental damages or safety violations
- Ordered replacement parts, managed inventory & tracked maintenance activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School
Vicksburg, MSHVAC
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Repair
- Painting
- Apartment maintenance
- OSHA
- Industrial equipment
- HVAC systems
Certification
- EPA Section 608 Type II Certification - February 2026
- Certified Pool Operator - January 2023
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
DH Gustafson Company
03.2026 - Current
Pool Operator
Country Inn & Suites Hotel
04.2022 - Current
Maintenance Engineer
Radisson Blu - MOA
06.2014 - 02.2026
Maintenance Technician
Super 8 Hotel
01.2011 - 05.2014
Maintenance Technician
Hotel Minneapolis
04.2008 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School
HVAC
Minneapolis Community And Technical College