James Merriam
London,ON
Summary
Dedicated Building Maintenance Worker with extensive experience at 740-758 Kipps Lane six buildings with 666 units, excelling in customer service, maintenance and work order management. Proven track record of enhancing tenant satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and effective communication. Skilled in conducting safety inspections, preventive maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Maintenance Worker
MetCap Living Management
750 Kipps Lane
10.2016 - Current
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- 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.
- 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.
- Tested fire safety and emergency systems and inspected fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems.
- Followed preventive maintenance schedule to support building systems functionality.
- Provided training to new hires on proper maintenance procedures, fostering teamwork among the staff members.
- Streamlined work order processes, enabling a quicker response time to address maintenance issues.
- Conducted thorough assessments of building infrastructure needs, prioritizing projects based on urgency and budgetary considerations.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by providing timely and efficient maintenance services for various building systems.
- Collaborated with building management to establish a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule.
- Reduced downtime of essential equipment through proactive preventative maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated with contractors during construction or remodeling projects, overseeing their work quality while adhering to established timelines.
- Improved air quality within building by regularly servicing air filters and ventilation systems.
- Optimized heating and cooling schedules to match building occupancy patterns, improving comfort while reducing energy costs.
- Reduced downtime and repair costs with proactive maintenance of electrical systems and plumbing.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations by maintaining up-to-date records of all maintenance activities.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely completion of major repairs and renovations, minimizing disruption to building operations.
- Carried out preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and comfort for building occupants.
- Enhanced building safety by conducting routine inspections for potential hazards and addressing them promptly.
- Streamlined waste management processes, significantly reducing environmental impact and promoting recycling.
- Maintained building aesthetics, performing regular painting and repair work to enhance visual appeal.
- Fostered safe work environment, conducting regular safety training sessions for maintenance staff.
- Improved energy efficiency, implementing green initiatives and upgrading lighting systems to LED.
- Played key role in emergency preparedness, developing and executing drills and safety protocols.
- Achieved high levels of tenant satisfaction by responding quickly to maintenance requests and concerns.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Education
Sir George Ross Secondary School
365 Belfield St Skills
- Work order management
- Minor repairs
- Plumbing
- Fixture installation
- Equipment operation
- Lighting maintenance
- HVAC maintenance
- Boiler maintenance
- Fire safety systems
- Operational systems
- System testing
- Event preparation
- Plumbing system maintenance
- Appliance maintenance
- Preventative maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Willing to learn
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Building maintenance
- Clear communication
- Critical thinking
- Physical strength and stamina
- Hand and power tool operation
- Team supervision
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Building Maintenance Worker
MetCap Living Management
10.2016 - Current
Sir George Ross Secondary School