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Thomas Salisbury

Mechanicville,NY

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Engineer

DoubleTree by Hilton-Schenectady, NY
10.2021 - Current
  • Over see all maintenance projects in-house or contracted out
  • Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
  • Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
  • Conducted routine and ongoing assessments of system operations by performing tests, rounds and analyzing data.
  • Supervised Team Members
  • Minor plumbing and electrical repairs
  • Diagnosis issues and find a solution.
  • Certified Pool Operator

Maintenance Technician

St. Peter's Health Partners-Niskayuna, NY
07.2016 - 10.2021
  • Repair minor electrical and mechanical issues.
  • Repair minor plumbing issues.
  • Diagnosis issues and come up with a solution
  • Clear Snow with snow plow, snow blower and shovel.
  • Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.

HVAC Service Technician

Polsinello Fuels
07.2012 - 07.2014
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues.
  • Maintained accurate records of service calls.
  • Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned areas to prepare for new installations.
  • Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
  • Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
  • Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
  • Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
  • Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
  • Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.

HVAC ServiceTech/Installer/Plumber's Assistant

Metro Plumbing & Heating
01.2012 - 07.2012
  • Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners.
  • Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
  • Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
  • Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
  • Closed out work orders after verifying completion with customers and reporting discrepancies discovered on job site.
  • Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
  • Installed HVAC system expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, and dampers.

HVAC Service Technician/Service Technician/HVAC Installer

Choice Heating & Cooling
09.2005 - 09.2011
  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
  • Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues.
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
  • Replaced faulty components on heating and air condition systems and performed preventive maintenance to secure smooth operations.
  • Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.

HVAC ServiceTech/Installer/Plumber's Assistant

Metro Plumbing & Heating
05.2001 - 09.2005
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
  • Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
  • Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners.
  • Used rulers and levels to locate and mark position of pipe installations, passage holes and connections.
  • Used couplings, clamps and screws to assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on plumbing systems to detect leaks and slow drains.
  • Inspected pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
  • Drilled and cut holes in walls and floors to accommodate passage of pipes.
  • Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
  • Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
  • Repaired sinks, dishwashers and other domestic appliances, removing clogs, and cleaning pipes.
  • Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
  • Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
  • Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
  • Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.

HVAC Service Technician

Roland J Down
05.1999 - 05.2001
  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
  • Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues.
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
  • Replaced faulty components on heating and air condition systems and performed preventive maintenance to secure smooth operations.
  • Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.

Education

AOS - HVAC/R

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
05.1998

Skills

  • Plumbing (10 years)
  • Electrical Experience (10 years)
  • Troubleshooting (10 years)
  • Drywall
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Handyman
  • Facilities Maintenance (10 years)
  • HVAC/R (10 years)
  • Appliance Repair (1 year)
  • Low Voltage (10 years)
  • Boiler (10 years)
  • Mowing
  • Carpentry
  • Cleaning
  • Equipment Repair
  • Customer service (10 years)
  • HVAC (10 years)
  • Sales
  • Custodial experience
  • Janitorial experience (5 years)
  • Service Technician Experience
  • Snow Plowing (5 years)
  • Time management
  • Maintenance programs
  • Equipment Operation

Certification

  • EPA Certification universal, 05/01/97, Present
  • Salisbury Thomas Jr, 10/01/18, 10/01/26
  • Driver's license
  • Certified Pool Operator, 05/01/23, 05/01/29

Military Service

Army Reserve, United States, Specialist, 07/01/89, 07/01/96, Operate Harvey equipment Perform safety checks on equipment

Timeline

Chief Engineer

DoubleTree by Hilton-Schenectady, NY
10.2021 - Current

Maintenance Technician

St. Peter's Health Partners-Niskayuna, NY
07.2016 - 10.2021

HVAC Service Technician

Polsinello Fuels
07.2012 - 07.2014

HVAC ServiceTech/Installer/Plumber's Assistant

Metro Plumbing & Heating
01.2012 - 07.2012

HVAC Service Technician/Service Technician/HVAC Installer

Choice Heating & Cooling
09.2005 - 09.2011

HVAC ServiceTech/Installer/Plumber's Assistant

Metro Plumbing & Heating
05.2001 - 09.2005

HVAC Service Technician

Roland J Down
05.1999 - 05.2001

AOS - HVAC/R

Hudson Valley Community College

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