Vonnell Coleman Nichols
South Holland,IL
Summary
Proven Maintenance Supervisor with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and employee morale at the Village of South Holland. Expert in preventive maintenance and team supervision, significantly reducing downtime and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Skilled in vendor relationship management and maintenance recordkeeping, ensuring high standards of facility maintenance and cost-effective operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Village of South Holland
16226 Wausau Ave
01.2019 - 11.2022
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised [15] employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
- Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
- Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Fostered a positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
Building Maintenance Worker
Village of South Holland
16226 Wausau Ave
06.2000 - 11.2022
- Responded to after-hours maintenance emergencies as needed, providing prompt and effective solutions to minimize impact on tenants.
- Restored and repaired worn and damaged building components to support appearance, longevity and security.
- Improved building safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization throughout common areas and facilities, promoting a positive living environment for tenants.
- Handled minor landscaping tasks such as lawn care or snow removal when required to maintain an attractive property appearance.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies necessary for routine maintenance tasks while minimizing waste or excess spending.
- 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.
- Inspected building systems to evaluate HVAC, electrical and plumbing maintenance needs.
- Responded to emergency fire alarms, plumbing leaks and power outages to implement swift resolutions.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and regulations during all maintenance activities performed onsite.
- Provided training to new hires on proper maintenance procedures, fostering teamwork among the staff members.
- Conducted thorough assessments of building infrastructure needs, prioritizing projects based on urgency and budgetary considerations.
- Collaborated with building management to establish a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule.
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance work completed, tracking costs, and analyzing trends for future improvements or budgetary adjustments.
- Enhanced property value through diligent upkeep and modernization efforts, ensuring building remained competitive in market.
- Achieved high levels of tenant satisfaction by responding quickly to maintenance requests and concerns.?
- Coordinated with vendors for timely completion of major repairs and renovations, minimizing disruption to building operations.
- Optimized heating and cooling schedules to match building occupancy patterns, improving comfort while reducing energy costs.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
Education
GED -
Kalamazoo Central High School
Kalamazoo, MI06.1978
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Team Supervision
- Facilities Maintenance
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Pool Maintenance
- Worker Training
- Outside Contractor Oversight
- Visual Inspection
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Village of South Holland
01.2019 - 11.2022
Building Maintenance Worker
Village of South Holland
06.2000 - 11.2022
GED -
Kalamazoo Central High School