Blountville, TN ***** 423-***-**** ****************@*****.***
THOMAS B RUSSELL
Experienced maintenance worker with over ten years of experience in the Postal Service. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced maintenance worker with over 10 years of experience in the Postal Service. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 10 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance. PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY
50% Disabled Veteran
Army Achievement Medal
Letter of Appreciation President Richard M
Nixon
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
SKILLS ● Scheduled Maintenance
Facilities Painting and
Repair
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● Valid Driver's License
● Trash Removal
● Light Carpentry
● Attention to Detail
● Maintenance and Repair
● OSHA Compliance
● Crack Sealing
Daily Cleaning and
Sanitation
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● Heavy Object Lifting
● Snow Removal
Physical Strength and
Stamina
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● Time Management
● General Plumbing
Verbal and Written
Communication
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● Equipment Maintenance
Injury and Accident
Prevention
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● Landscaping Maintenance
● Chemical Cleaners
● Debris and Trash Removal
Multitasking and
Organization
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Hazardous Material
Handling
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● Equipment Storage
● Hazard Reporting
● Painting and Drywall
● General Housekeeping
Workshop Crane
Operation
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● Hazardous Chemicals
● Pressure Washing
Safety Monitoring and
Compliance
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● Training Personnel
WORK HISTORY
MAINTENANCE WORKER 10/2009 to 10/2019
U.S. Postal Service, USPS, Bristol, Tn-Va 24201
SECURITY OFFICER 02/2008 to 09/2009
Holston Army Ammunition Plant/Wackenhut, Kingsport, TN
● Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
● Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
● Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision. Replaced light bulbs in indoor and outdoor fixtures and checked smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for proper functionality.
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Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
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Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
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● Sanitized restrooms using such chemicals as ammonia to reduce spread of germs.
● Properly handled, transported and disposed of recycled materials. Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
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Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
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● Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
● Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance. Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
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Checked inventory levels concerning cleaning products and placed orders when stock was running low.
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Maintained, utilized, tracked and reported inventory of various products, tools and equipment.
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● Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall and applied wallpaper. Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
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● Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance. Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
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Performed plumbing repairs to provide consistent facility upkeep and prevent property damage from water.
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Removed damaged portions of walls, walkways, partitions and other similar structures in preparation for repairs.
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Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
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Prepared detailed reports and kept detailed records of equipment, work orders and system upgrades.
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● Inspected fire extinguisher equipment on state-mandated schedule.
● Reduced opportunities for theft and trespassers by securing entrances and exits. Examined alarm systems and monitors to meet fire marshal standards and safeguard personnel.
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● Conducted repairs on Type equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
● Determined new technique to streamline maintenance processes to increase workflow. Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
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● Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites. 05H30 MORSE CODE INTERCEPT SUPERVISOR 12/1975 to 01/1985 U.S. Army Active Duty, Various
FIELD ARTILLERY CANNON CREWMEMBER 07/1971 to 12/1972 U.S. Army Active Duty
● Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
● Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access. Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
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Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
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● Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
● Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement. Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
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● Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations. Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
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● Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
● Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations. Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
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● Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.
● Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
● Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of Number employees and visitors daily.
● Secured Number doors in office and main building.
● Oversaw entry and exit of up to Number employees and visitors daily. Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic upon entry onto building grounds through electronic gates.
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Monitored central alarm systems for fire, intrusion and duress alarms and responded to Number emergencies weekly.
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Partnered with team of analysts to escalate and manage responses to all events impacting or threatening AWS personnel, property, and assets worldwide.
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● Analyzed and collected various forms of data.
● Monitored surveillance and personnel to maximize unit and facility safety.
● Created useful and timely intelligence products to support field operations. Supervised gathering, review and dissemination of intelligence information from human sources, electronic sources, and counter-intelligence.
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● Screened and interpreted all-source intelligence information.
● Collected information about enemy strengths, movements and activities. Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
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● Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
● Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
● Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
● Determined elevation and grid azimuths with maps and map overlays.
● Constructed field expedient firing aids for infantry weapons. Supported infantry and tank units with howitzer cannons during combat and played crucial roles in battlefield success.
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● Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allowed troops to maneuver in area.
● Operated self-propelled howitzers and ammunition trucks safely.
● Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition equipment and processes.
● Drove and operated heavy and light wheeled trucks and tracked vehicles Southwest Bible College And Seminary, Jennings, LA B.A., Biblical Studies, 07/1999
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN
B.S., Industrial Eucation, 10/1987
EDUCATION
AFFILIATIONS American Postal Workers Union
CERTIFICATIONS ● CME - Certified Maintenance Employee
● HAZMAT
● SUPERVISOR RELIEF
50% Disabled Veteran
Army Achievement Medal
Letter of Appreciation President Richard M Nixon
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION