James E. Riggs
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I have researched your corporation and am impressed with your company's
management style and reputation in the employment industry. I am very
interested in exploring job opportunities with your organization, as I
believe I could make a significant contribution in a company like yours.
Please allow me to briefly tell you about myself. I have over 10 years of
experience in building maintenance. In Management and NON Management
My experience includes all facets of management of the company plan,
including account management and maintenance for a corporation similar to
yours. I have implemented procedures for my past employers that resulted
in significantly reducing administrative costs while improving efficiency
at the same time
A copy of my r sum is enclosed. I would be happy to meet with you and
discuss my qualifications in more detail.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
James E. Riggs
James E. Riggs
Framingham, Mass
122 Winthrop St
Cell: 508-***-****
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Professional Experience:
The Meadows of Marlborough Apartments 141A-8 Broadmeadow St Marlborough, MA
017**-*-*-**** to 1-11-2011 General Manager Andrew Hughes, Lucas Paulino
Maintenance manager 508-***-****
Maintenance Technician of 264 apartments, rotating on call
. Ensuring and developing preventive and safety measures in the
department
. Timely execution for assigned WO & service calls --ensures high degree
of customer satisfaction
. installing major appliances motors, stoves, washers/dryers,
dishwashers, And repairs
. installing new light fixtures and ballast, receptacle and switches
. Supported projects, and repairs, represents facilities HVAC,
Mechanical, and Plumbing systems function on project teams as
required, Maintains accurate records for site HVAC, Mechanical, and
Plumbing systems
. Boilers, thermocouples, burners, Temperature and Psi gauges, and
troubleshooting systems
. Pc system - Drywall and painting, doors and locks and windows
. Apartment make ready's for new residents
. Managed multiple high-end tenant renovations coordinated demolition,
electrical, plumbing, and painting.
Hyatt Summerfield Suites Hotel: 54 - 4Th Ave Waltham, MA 02451 2008 to
2010. Tim Hippensteele General Manager 781-***-****
Maintenance Supervisor of 245 guest rooms
. Managed and supervised maintenance staff regarding maintenance of
hotel rooms and building, Monitored technician work and projects,
determined schedules and daily workloads and projects.
. Lead classes in safety issues to all staff and logged results (record
keeping)
. Pool and Spa start up and maintained as per State and Town specs.(per
season)
. Responsible for upkeep of the shop and ordering parts needed for
repairs
. Made hiring and termination recommendations by evaluating staff.
. Interpreted, developed and implemented policies and procedures.
. Inspected and coordinated the work done by contractors. Supervise,
schedule and coordinate contractors for repair and maintenance of
assigned equipment.
. Coordinated and performed troubleshooting, preventive maintenance,
repairs, and rounds on all related equipment. Equipment includes, Main
Air handlers, Main Exhaust fans, A/C units (roof tops/package units),
Pumps, Valves, Piping systems, Fire suppression systems, Plumbing
systems, boilers, pool/spa systems.
. Implement, and oversaw and coordinate predictive and preventive
maintenance program through vibrations analysis, implement and
maintain Computerized Maintenance Management System for work orders
repairs - inventory control - Documentation of Preventative
Maintenance - Work Orders and Procedures - Timely execution and
compliance for related PMs - Planned work - purchases materials -
effectively communicated to staff to execute work Develop and
implement appropriate procedures to ensure high reliability for HVAC,
Mechanical, and Plumbing systems, Develop and maintain assigned
Standard Operating Procedures and Preventative Maintenance Procedures
and documentation - Project managed mixing valves exchange initiative
to replace rusty and leaking units.
James E. Riggs
Framingham, Mass
122 Winthrop St
Cell: 508-***-****
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Kathleen Daniel Nursing 485 Franklin St Framingham, MA 2005 to 2008
Jeff Ekberg General Manager 508-***-****
Maintenance Supervisor/Safety Officer: of 150 bed/85 room nursing home
. Prepared reports and cost and submitted to corporate of yearly capital
building projects
. Repaired and modified existing equipment, Nurse Call systems, wander
guards, door alarms and locks.
. Training of staff in fire and safety issues and (OSHA), Monthly fire
drills, how to lift and others issues.
. Gave technical support to all departments, repaired medical equipment.
. Maintained OSHA, Jaco, State and Federal logs and files up to date for
their inspections
. Installed safety equipment, eye wash stations, fire extinguishers, PPE
equipment, and wander guards.
. Monitoring and taking part in operations in assigned sections
including developing, inspecting projects, implementing modifications
and recommending specifications, improvements and scheduling for
contracts, inspecting contractor's work and negotiating prices.
. Actively supports company and department commitment to safety of
excellence, Maintains safe work areas and equipment, Complied and
promotes company safety policy, procedures, PPE, training, etc Ensures
safety culture and requirements are upheld by related contractors as
well, Serves as primary member of building emergency response team,
Ensures all work, including contract work, conforms to home, local,
state and federal rules and regulations.
. Steam trap system Clean, Chilled water system, Reheat hot water
systems, Compressed air system, Vacuum system
Sunrise Senior living 285 Commwealth Rd Wayland, MA 01778 2002 to
2005 (Now) Ana Sargsyan is General Manager (Miss Hall) was there when I
was Employed 508-***-****
Maintenance Coordinator / Housekeeping Coordinator /Training Coordinator of
70 apartments of Assisted living, Hospice and Alzheimer's Housing
. Managed both maintenance and housekeeping departments, ordering of
supplies for both departments
. Created policies and procedures in fire and safety and training of all
staff, Ensure that all staff members were trained in standard
operating procedures.
. Maintained and updated the buildings Pc door locking system.
. Maintained and repaired closed loop cooling tower system and heating
systems and boilers
. Oversaw all building lighting backup systems and emergency systems
. Responsible for periodic evaluations of subordinates and suggested and
implemented disciplines as necessary, Helped in the staff selection
process.
. Coordinated activities with other responders, Fire, Police.
. Responded to emergencies as requested.
. Synchronized the section activities with other sections, departments,
programs including scheduling and resolving problems.
. Ensures proper operation and maintenance for all, Controls, Critical
Alarms, HVAC, Mechanical, and Plumbing systems.
. Supervised up to 3 electricians, 4 carpenters, and maintenance staff
during $1 million building renovation of all common areas including a
5,000 square ft. lobby.
James E. Riggs
Framingham, Mass
122 Winthrop St
Cell: 508-***-****
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Sera Communications 1989 to 2002 Framingham, MA
Field Forman / Test and Repair
. Installation of Satellites, Phone and data lines and systems, Cable TV
. Forman of a 25 man crew of underground 100 to 300 pair of lines
installed
. Distributed and oversaw workloads, pay roll, time sheets, set and
maintain productivity and quality standards, hire trained and evaluate
a cross functional team of employees
. Meet and exceed all company set operations and sales goals.
. Able to analyze and interrupt engineering drawings, wiring diagrams
and schematics
. Ability to read and understand construction documents including
drawings, specifications, shop drawings, coordination drawings,
submittals and O&M manuals.
. Ability to generate drawings in sketch format for system
modifications or information transfer.
. Support facilities maintenance department during shutdown and tie-ins
to building systems
Education:
Customer Sales Auto Training By: Auto Max 4- 30-2011 Framingham, MA
FEMA- Federal Emergency Management Association In State and Federal home
land security (still)
EPA - GVI HVAC 608 Technician EPA certification Type I and 2 (1999)
Electric code and theory Keefe Tech school (1999)
CPO - Certified pool / Spa Operator by National Swimming pool Foundation
(2009)
Communications school of KY - communications systems installations (1989)
Achievement:
. Awarded for outstanding performance in maintenance service
. Yearly bonus for saving Nursing home of a million dollars
. With the past three quarters received bonus for having apartments
ready to rent and coming under set budgets for the quarter.
. Silver Star award from Southwest Indian Foundation for helping others
in need.
Thank you for your time, and I look forward from hearing from you.
Sincerely,
James E. Riggs
James E. Riggs
Framingham, Mass
122 Winthrop St
Cell: 508-***-****
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Extra Profile:
A dynamic, experienced and skilled maintenance technician with a broad
knowledge in the repair and maintenance of equipment and machines and
of building repairs. Proficient in identifying and solving problems
and safety measures. Possess excellent communication and multitasking
skills. A solid understanding of finance, and the ability to lead and
work with a team, With a Strong knowledge in practices and principles
of employee supervision, including work assignment, planning, and
review and training staff in work and safety procedures. Dedicated,
loyal, customer oriented person and highly motivated to succeed. Wide
knowledge of techniques, procedures, policies, materials, equipment
and supplies related to operation, construction, repair and
maintenance of facilities and infrastructure found in municipal
setting. With An Uncommon time management and organizational skills
and attention to detail.
Areas of Expertise
Major appliances - Electrical, and HVAC Maintenance (I have EPA
Certification) - Basic - Intermediate plumbing - Intermediate
electrical - Sheetrock - General carpentry - Pool care - Pest control
- Roofs and gutters - Wallpaper/painting Irrigation - maintenance and
repairs - Landscaping - Foundation/sidewalk repairs - Golf carts and
small engine maintenance - Emergency Repairs - Safety/Security
Solutions OSHA Compliance - Fire Extinguisher and Smoke Alarm
Sprinkler System Maintenance - Emergency Evacuation Procedures -
Electrical Wiring - Reading and Interpreting Floor Plans - Materials
Inventory/Purchasing - Staff Supervision/Development - Recruiting -
Payroll Management - Maintenance Reporting
My Skills
. Ability to read, analyze and interpret all forms of information
. Troubleshooting - Problem Solving
. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
. Ability to follow oral and written instructions
. Ability to accept and learn from constructive criticism
. Well organized, Detail oriented, Efficient
. Team oriented but able to work independently
. Training and Supervision - both in safety and on the job training
. Ability to prioritize tasks - Positive Attitude
. Ability to multi-task
. Preventive Maintenance - and record keeping
. Have good problem solving skills
. Methodological Approach - possess strong analytical and problem
solving skills
. Customer service oriented
. Ability to meet deadlines (possibly working late hours and/or weekends
as needed)
. Ten years' experience overseeing capital improvement, infrastructure
development, and large scale renovation projects for upscale
commercial properties.
. Success managing teams of up to 16 and delivering projects on time and
within budget.
. Proficient in facilities management, preventative maintenance,
building safety, and compliance.