David Tolbert
Eden, NC *****
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Professional Summary
Versatile Facility Maintenance Manager equipped with excellent troubleshooting ability. Extensive
experience with steam boiler and air compressor maintenance. Maintenance manager who is an
expert in industrial safety. Takes preventative measures against fire and electrical hazards, and
practices safe material handling and construction methods.Expert Facilities Manager with 25 years
experience overseeing manufacturing sites. Provides the technical knowledge and quality assurance
background necessary to conquer unforeseen obstacles. Maintenance manager focused on
increasing organizational efficiency and productivity by guaranteeing that facilities and equipment are
kept in optimal running condition. Facilities Manager proficient in delegating tasks, managing team
issues and providing technical assistance.
Core Qualifications
HAZMAT knowledge Mechanically-inclined
Preventative maintenance
Facilities management
Safety management
Operations management
Contract management
Staff development
Troubleshooting
Supervision and training
Experience
August 1992 to Holt Hosiery Mills
Present Burlington, N.C.
Maintenance Manager
Manage all aspects of maintenance on three facilities, including production equipment and building
maintenance. Manage Hazard Communication Program and Safety Program. Actively suggested
operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.Hired and
managed staff, overseeing any personnel grievances.Troubleshooted problems with equipment,
devices or products.Inspected facility-related manufacturing support systems on a daily
basis.Repaired and maintained sprinkler systems, domestic water systems and fire pumps.Performed
facility tool and system PMs according to manufacturing and internal specifications.Inspected and
made minor repairs on burglar and fire alarm systems.Conducted functional tests for fire alarm
systems.Ordered supplies, tools and equipment.Wired outlets, connected circuits and breakers and
replaced fuses and fuse boxes.Reduced and controlled expenses by installing new automated dye
equipment,that used less water. Installed timers on boilers to cut fuel cost and managed lighting
upgrade to t-8 and t-5 lighting and saved the company over 50,000 dollars a year. Planned, scheduled
and coordinated detailed phases of large-scale projects.Coordinated contractors, architects and
other project team members to deliver high quality projects within specified time frames.
BWB Construction
November 1991 to
July 1992 Martinsville, VA
Millwright
Serviced equipment and systems in owned and leased facilities.Installed equipment and systems on
time and on schedule.Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.Followed all safety guidelines,
including proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures. Prepared pipe for welder by
cutting and grinding pipe to fit and using hoist to get the pipe in position for welding.Mixed and laid
concrete to mount electrical switch gears on. Transported materials, tools and machines to
installation sites.
Karastan Rug Mill
June 1978 to
Eden, NC
August 1992
Mechanic I
Welded, heat treated and repaired worn and damaged equipment.Measured instruments to verify
compliance with precise specifications.Dismantled and inspected components and adjusted and
repaired them as necessary.Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers.Machined
small and large parts to tolerances of one thousand or less.Operated hand tools, drill presses, lathes,
milling machines and grinders.Lubricated shafts, bearings and gears.Completed routine preventative
maintenance.Completed daily rounds to inspect facilities equipment.Inspected and tested machinery
to diagnose malfunctions.Disassembled broken and defective equipment to facilitate
repair.Reassembled equipment after completed repairs.Replaced worn and damaged hoses, wiring
and belts. Maintained air compressors and boilers.
Education
Morehead High School
1978
Eden, NC, US
Machine Shop
High School Diploma
Rockingham Community College
1979
Wentworth, NC, US
Machinist Trade
Diploma
1994 North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC, US
Steam Systems
Certificate
1995 Alamance Community College
Graham,NC, US
Leadership
Certificate