LEON G. SYLVESTER
*** ***** *****, ***. *** ( Bronx, NY 10475 ( C: 718-***-**** ( H:
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QUALIFICATIONS OVERVIEW
Highly experienced Building Superintendent with solid background in a wide
variety of areas, including building maintenance, painting, dry-wall
installation, plumbing, light electrical, and boiler repairs; in operation
for the past 30 years with a reputation for speed, honesty and dedication
to quality work.
KEY SKILL AREAS
Good customer relations, maintenance of building from roof to basement,
including scraping and painting walls, installation of tiles, and
maintenance of flat and shingle roofs; Repair a variety of tools and
appliances, plumbing and electrical repairs. Experienced in using high-
powered tools.
PROFESSIONAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE
Mr. Gesner Volmar, Brooklyn, NY
10/2011 - Present
Building Superintendent
. Repair or replace pipe-lines and faucets
. Unclog waste-lines
. Troubleshoot and conduct electrical repairs
. Wax and buff floors
. Maintain #6 and #2 oil and gas boilers systems
. Prepare vacant apartments for rental
Holley Enterprise, Brooklyn, NY
02/2005 - 08/2011
Building Superintendent
. Conducted repairs that were reported by tenants
. Painted walls and ceilings
. Cleaned hallways, elevator and staircases
. Replace locks and tiles on the roof of a six family building
. Prepared vacant apartments for rent
Heartshare Human Services, Brooklyn, NY
04/2000 - 03/2005
Maintenance Worker
. Replaced or repaired faucets and toilets
. Unclog waste-lines
. Repaired and painted walls
. Waxed and buffed floors
. Maintained boilers(gas and oil) and water heaters
. Repaired and/or replaced locks
Self Employed-Handyman 03/1998
- 02/2000
. Conducted general janitorial duties
. Repaired or replaced plumbing installations
. Troubleshoot and repaired light electrical issues, i.e. changing
breaker switches, light switches, outlet switches, and repaired or
replaced fixtures
Mr. Cortney, Brooklyn, NY
09/1993 - 10/1997
Building Superintendent (57 Unit Building)
. Conducted repairs and replacements of parts
. Plastered and painted walls
. Replaced locks
. Waxed and buffed floors
. Maintained cleanliness throughout stairs and hallways
. Repaired the roof, as needed
EDUCATION
CUNY- Brooklyn Tech, Brooklyn, NY
Completed one year of coursework in the Building Engineer program
Leon Sylvester
100 Elgar Place, #22M
Bronx, NY 10475
Email: acgi7t@r.postjobfree.com
Cell Ph: 718-***-****
Hm Ph: 718-***-****
October 25th, 2014
Re: Building Superintendent
Dear Sir/Madam:
I am a 54 year old man applying for the position of as Building
Superintendent with your organization, and would like to give you a
brief overview of my skills and experiences.
Experienced in using power tools, i.e. Power hose, washer, etc.
Experienced in repairs to #2 and #6 boilers; maintenance of buildings
from the roof to the basement, changing locks, installation of hardwall
and painting. General preparation of apartments for rental.
Graduated from the Boys and Girls High School in Brooklyn, NY., and
took a Vocational Training Course as an Auto-Mechanic. I am very
reliable and flexible.
Given the opportunity to be employed by your organization, I sincerely
believe you would have no regrets. I am a team player and a detailed
and dedicated worker.
Thank you for your time and hope you will give me consideration for an
interview.
Sincerely,
Leon Sylvester