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Thomas Flinchum

Summary

Team player who is creative and innovative and has excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills. Im ready to apply many years of experience to help keep EKU running smoothly.


  • Productive
  • Resourceful
  • Flexible
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Personable
  • Dependable
  • Meticulous
  • Hand-ons
  • Conscientious

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Locksmith

Eastern Kentucky University
12.2021 - Current
  • Performs routine work orders and keep paper work up to date
  • Cutting keys for campus buildings.
  • Cutting keys for University vehicles
  • Gain entry to spaces with malfunctioning locks
  • Use lock picks to gain access to filing cabinets, display cases, etc
  • Install & repair mortise locks and cylindrical mechanical locks
  • Install & repair electronic locks
  • Maintain programming for AD200, Marks, &Cobra electronic locks.
  • Maintain Best Keystone program for pinning cores
  • Maintain programming for Morse Watchman key watcher system for tracking Facility Services Employee key ring.
  • Maintain records for all keys on employee key rings
  • Maintain records for all keys on campus
  • Repair automatic door opener
  • Replace Defective door hinges and stops
  • Adjust Doors hinges, strike plates and door jams to facilitate proper door function
  • Install and repair panic bars
  • Install and repair door closers
  • Assist in maintaining inventory for all door hardware and associated parts.
  • Perform approved RCF Projects
  • Perform approved deferred maintenance projects
  • Work after-hour emergency call-ins
  • Perform emergency core/lock changes for faculty/staff dismissal
  • Perform core/lock changes from lost keys
  • Maintain university pad locks
  • Re-coring Faculty/Staff rental properties


General Maintenance Technician

Aramark
07.2019 - 12.2021
  • Used problem-solving skills to quickly resolve issues with little to supervision and notified management of issues that required resolutions.
  • Repaired custodial equipment, usually restoring machines to working order
  • Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
  • carried out daily task and duties instructed, both orally and in writing.
  • Reviewed techinical documentation to complete equipment Maintenance repair.
  • Power washing
  • Event set ups at Arlington Golf Course and Keene Johnson
  • Covered multiple custodial positions in absences of custodian
  • Installed hand towels, toilet paper, and soap dispensers
  • Changed lamps
  • Fixed beds
  • Stocked and supply deliveries
  • Removed trash and recyclables and disposed of them in proper receptacles
  • Handled a wide range of cleaning products and solutions in a safe and effective manner
  • Moved material to and from storage and production areas by loading and unloading and moving it.
  • Sanitized restrooms with solutions to prevent spread of germs.
  • Removed trash and cleaned restrooms and offices areas to keep building neat and organized for personnel and visitors.
  • Followed OSHA and Aramark safety procedures to avoid injuries in the field.

Fence Builder/Installer

McPherson's Fence Installation
03.2017 - 06.2019
  • Used a power-driven auger to efficiently hollow out postholes and manual digging techniques for less complex work.
  • Filled post holes with concrete to ensure proper stability and longevity of fencing installation.
  • Used Plumb bobs and levels to align posts for proper installation and high-quality finished work.
  • Gathered location measurements and fence requirements to determine project scopes and action plans.
  • Cut fencing materials to length (wood ,wire,etc) and fastened to the post
  • Marked and measured out boundaries for fence installations
  • Installed cattle guards/gates


Production Assembler

Quality Manufacturing Corporation
08.2012 - 12.2015
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Operated production machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents.

Masonry Laborer

J And J Masonry Company
07.2010 - 01.2011
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Completed initial site preparation and maintained neat work areas for duration of job.
  • Mixed mortar according to standard formula, Helped assemble and dismantle scaffolding, and supplied masons with needed materials in a timely fashion.

Carpenter Apprentice

Father/ Thomas Stanley Flinchum
01.2002 - 02.2010
  • Helped with custom-built designs that met clients requirements.
  • Helped with the transportation of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Installed and repaired woodwork, and cabinetry under the supervision of master carpenter.
  • Listened to what foreman and journeyman carpenter had to say and incorporated their suggestions into my work.
  • Deciphered specifications and construction drawings in order to comprehend the task required to complete each project.
  • Installed ceilings, and trim as well as fabricating new trim and moldings.
  • Planned and executed work using proper tools and material maximize efficiency.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and constructions documents to determine project directives.
  • Cut materials according to specifications in preparations for installations.
  • Used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, and framing connectors effectively.

Education

High School Diploma -

Grace Baptist Academy
Beattyville, KY
2004

Skills

  • Use of Construction & Mechanical Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Active Listening
  • Following Instructions Accurately

Timeline

Locksmith

Eastern Kentucky University
12.2021 - Current

General Maintenance Technician

Aramark
07.2019 - 12.2021

Fence Builder/Installer

McPherson's Fence Installation
03.2017 - 06.2019

Production Assembler

Quality Manufacturing Corporation
08.2012 - 12.2015

Masonry Laborer

J And J Masonry Company
07.2010 - 01.2011

Carpenter Apprentice

Father/ Thomas Stanley Flinchum
01.2002 - 02.2010

High School Diploma -

Grace Baptist Academy

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