KENNETH MERRITT
***** ******* ** ***** ******, MD 20695 ● 240-***-**** ● **********@*****.***
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
With over 15 years of combined experience in electrical wiring, and commercial/ residential appliance repair, security systems installation, and building maintenance; who has gained invaluable experience working on projects at various facilities to include the U.S. Capitol grounds, Georgetown University campus, and the National Security Agency. Has demonstrated ability to handle difficult projects and meet deadlines, with an established reputation built on quality work. Skills and capabilities include:
• Practices & Theories Of Electrical Wiring and Equipment
• Ability To Use Diagnostic Equipment To Test And Repair Electrical Equipment And Appliances
• Supervising/Inspecting Work
• Proficient Use Of Heavy Duty Tools: Hammer Drills, Saws, Blowtorches, Etc.
• Exceptional Knowledge Of Maintenance/Flooring Equipment And Chemicals
• Maintaining Large Facilities
EXPERIENCE
Mechanical/Electrical/Facility Maintenance
• Installed, maintained, and repaired high-tech security electrical components for congressman at the U.S. Capitol Building, to include access control systems, camera systems, infrared detector systems, and wireless/hardwired duress devices
• Serviced residential/commercial appliances to include refrigerators, washer/dryers, stoves/ovens, microwaves, floor warmers, lighting, etc.
• Used keen ability to test outlets to ensure flow of electricity; re-wired electrical panels and re-set security systems as needed
• Assisted with the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of multiple chiller plants and associated systems to include water treatment for chill and condenser water loops
• Received work order calls from building tenants; determined priority of calls and issued work orders to appropriate team/section
• Performed trash collection and removal operations, to include positioning trash trucks used to transport more than 50 pounds of trash on assigned floors; cleaned trucks at the end of the shift; operated the bailing machine; and removed trash and recycle materials from the grounds and rooms
• Followed guidelines to use various tools/equipment to demolish internal/external structures; excavated and filled structures with concrete
• Commercial experience in Assembling, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures and other electrical equipment. Repairs and maintains high and low voltage systems.
Employment History
Enclave apartments, Silver Spring MD, 20901 2019
Maintenance Technician
Job Sherpa LLC, Newark DE, 2016
Maintenance technician
P&R Enterprises, Falls Church, VA, 2013-2016
Custodian
Flagger Network LLC, Oxon Hill, MD, 2013,2018
Traffic Safety Control
Eagle Acadamey Public Charter School, Washington, DC, 2013 Custodian
Georgetown University Summer Conference Program, Washington, DC, 2011 Utility Worker
KABA IlCO, Rocky Mount, NC, 2010 – 2011
Press Operator
Wooten Appliances, Temple Hills, MD, 2008 – 2009
Repair Technician
UNICCO Government Services/General Accounting Office/ U.S. Capitol Building/National Security Agency, Washington, DC, 1996 – 2007 Mechanic/Lampist
Electrician/Quality Assurance Specialist
Space Readiness Inspector
Building Management Lead
Floor Technician/General Maintenance
Electrical Apprentice
Demolition Specialist
Junior Painter
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
American Traffic Safety Association, Fredricksburg, VA, 2013 Registration
Associated Building and Contractors, Glen Burnie, MD, 1998 Certificate of Electrical Apprentice Program
Lincoln Technical Institute, Capital Heights, MD, 1996 Certificate for HVAC (Heating, Air Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Barkley Computer School, Washington, DC, 1994
Certificate for Computer Literary and Windows Basics