Capable Caretaker with facilities management experience offers sound knowledge and judgement for safe, reliable repairs. Coordinated subcontractors and quality-checked work to maintain standards. Flexible and responsive for adaptable support across planned, preventative and emergency tasks. Responsible Individual with positive, committed work ethic seeks position in caretaking and maintenance role. Takes direction well to achieve tasks to instruction. Plans and prioritises workload to meet changing job demands. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Work history
Facilities Engineer
IIMAK
Amherst, New York
02 2016 - 03 2020
Maintained daily operations through technical support for production and maintenance departments.
Maintained meticulous equipment technical files for safety and legal compliance.
Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
Recycled and charged refrigerants.
Scheduled planned maintenance during off-shifts to minimise production downtimes.
Tested air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and to verify proper operation.
Operated pumps, compressors and air-conditioning equipment for reliable results.
Maintained boiler water, chemicals and fuel at required levels to prevent operational issues.
Added chemicals to boiler water, preventing corrosion and harmful deposits.
Oversaw pre-planned contractor works for alignment with processes.
HVAC Specialist
Belknap Heating & Cooling
Amherst, New York
01 2015 - 03 2016
Recycled and charged refrigerants.
Tested air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and to verify proper operation.
Connected motors and compressors by following schematics.
Identified non-repairable faults in machinery and promptly advised customers of findings, with recommendations regarding suitable replacement.
Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
Building Maintenance Technician
Thermo Fisher
Grand Island, New York
02 2012 - 07 2015
Used drawings, blueprints and schematics of building and systems layout as well as machinery construction.
Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
Put in replacement parts and components as well as entire systems.
Applied best practices to comply with health and safety regulations.
Informed supervisor regarding limited supplies to maintain consistent inventory.
Examined equipment and machinery to verify functionality.
Selected appropriate tools for maintenance and repair work.
Attended to wide range of time-critical jobs on short notice.
Checked grounds for safety issues and debris requiring removal.
Drafted and submitted maintenance reports to supervisor.
Recycled and charged refrigerants.
Recommended changes to designs to improve performance or functionality.
HVACR Technician
Great Lakes Restaurant Management
Amherst, New York
07 2010 - 11 2012
Connected motors and compressors by following schematics.
Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
Complied with company policies and protocols to maintain safe working conditions.
Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
Troubleshot technically challenging breakdowns, both in-person and via computer or phone linkups.
Recycled and charged refrigerants.
Inspected buildings and prioritised repairs to support stable operations.
Steamfitter/Building Chief
Heffron Company
Kensington, Maryland
08 2000 - 07 2007
Facilitated periodic testing of boiler water quality.
Resolved equipment malfunctions within target timeframes to minimise disruption to operations.
Cleaned, lubricated and maintained stationary engines and boilers.
Troubleshot malfunctioning machinery to prevent equipment or systems failure.
Maintained boiler water, chemicals and fuel at required levels to prevent operational issues.
Conducted weekly fire alarm tests in assigned buildings.
Directed contractors for site repairs and recorded work performance after completion.
Supervised and coached contractors to constantly meet and exceed specified performance standards.
Tested alarms regularly, upholding strict building safety standards.
Monitored CCTV systems as part of building security surveillance.
Hired maintenance workers to service building facilities.
Allocated resources to teams and projects based on need, performance and availability.
Directed work of labourers and specialist team members to produce quality results.
Tracked employee performance, assessed daily output and implemented corrective actions to close gaps.
Supervised activities of workers and enforced safety regulations.
Estimated costs, generated reports, and maintained detailed records.
Coordinated activities for team of various manufacturing workers.
Established and maintained organised working environment for team of Two employees .
HVAC Technician
Department of Veterans Affairs
Buffalo, USA
06 2020 - Current
Completed preventive maintenance on refrigerators and freezers.
Retained detailed and up-to-date maintenance and repair records.
Connected motors and compressors by following schematics.
Interpreted blueprints and manuals to install equipment and diagnose faults.
Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
Tested air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and to verify proper operation.
Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
Recycled and charged refrigerants.
Assembled mechanical components, controls and power systems.
Conducted planned maintenance to prevent equipment outages.
Created standards and procedures for surveying installed equipment.
Interpreted blueprints to correctly assemble and dismantle mechanical equipment.
Tested functionality of complex components, verifying operation according to specifications.
Restored equipment to operational condition by removing and replacing or repairing components.
Recommended changes to designs to improve performance or functionality.
Education
Certified Mechanic -
American motorcycle institute
09/1991 - 08/1992
Trane A/C School And Chiller Course
Local 602 trade school
01/2004 - 05/2004
Skills
Team building
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft outlook, Teams, Adobe Reader