Thomas Burnash
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Dedicated and determined Facilities Specialist looking to utilize expertise in building management along with past managerial experience with over 28 years of operating a successful and profitable enterprise. Excellent customer service and account oversight skills. Effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in an organization. Adept at scheduling facilities maintenance to minimizing downtime and safety hazards in regards retail, office and tech locations. Well-versed in equipment troubleshooting and repair with focus on quality and efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Specialist
Charter Communications Inc
09.2020 - Current
- Contacted trade-specific companies for equipment and building repair quotes
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean and functional environment
- Communicated with general managers and facility teams regarding upcoming repairs and projects
- Directed vendors, facilities staff and service providers as required to create efficient and non-disruptive work environment
- Served as point of contact for internal and external customers seeking support and information
- Assisted Facilities Manager in project implementation, materials procurement, contract preparation and scheduling
- Managed minor appliance issues and scheduled repairs
- Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy
- Maintained inventory and submitted written requests for supplies to keep stock levels even
- Implemented preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to optimize safety and operational quality.
Owner-Operator
Aquascape Designs LLC
01.1995 - Current
- Service
- Handle all facets of business operations
- Hire and manage employees including training and scheduling
- Order supplies and manage inventory with a focus on cost control
- Provide office operations and procedures; prepare payroll; control correspondence; manage documents and filing
- Provide customer support and account management
- Provide setup and repair service to the aquatics department of national pet stores
- Setup, install and maintain large aquariums in a commercial setting
- Sell, lease and repair point of use water coolers
- Provide and install water filtration equipment.
Repair Technician
Center For Disability Services
06.1989 - 01.1995
- Adaptive technology
- Repaired power wheel chairs and adaptive technology used by the organizations consumers
- Maintained parts inventory and equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Technology And Manufacturing
Hudson Valley Community College
Skills
- Relationship building
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Problem solving
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Contract Management
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Basic plumbing, electrical and HVAC
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Facilities Specialist
Charter Communications Inc
09.2020 - Current
Owner-Operator
Aquascape Designs LLC
01.1995 - Current
Repair Technician
Center For Disability Services
06.1989 - 01.1995
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Technology And Manufacturing
Hudson Valley Community College