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GEORGE W RACHUN
*******@*****.*** 631-***-**** Mastic, NY 11950
Highly motivated and energetic Maintenance Worker offering 30+ years of troubleshooting and repair expertise. Mechanically inclined and reliable with skills in problem solving, general plumbing, electrical work, boilers and carpentry. Dependable, team-oriented and easy to work with. Galvanized and copper plumbing
PVC plumbing installation
Boiler installation and maintenance
Welding including Mig, tig, and brazing
Cast iron mains sewer and vent lines from house to septic tank
Ponds and waterfall installation
Rough and finish carpentry from framing to interior moldings
Ceramic and vinyl tile installation and grouting
Installing bathrooms fixtures, roof fans and attic vents Basic masonry skills; brick, Belgian block and cinder block installation. Side walk and patio installation and repair
Welding and Fabricating
Electrical wiring and testing residential and commercial Demolition
Friendly and hardworking
Operates heavy machinery; Excavator, loader back hoe, Dozer, bob cat
Excel Communications, Deloitte & Touche
Syosset, NY
Maintenance Mechanic
03/2022 - Current
Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards. Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
Inspected, repaired and maintained lighting and electrical systems, air conditioning equipment and plumbing system components. Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
Monitored work safety by coordinating equipment fueling processes and site maintenance.
Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs. Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
Installed, repaired and maintained equipment.
Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs. Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
Tested machine malfunctions and performed repairs. Adjusted and calibrated machines as required.
Ran regular tests on machines and fixed early problems. Inventoried machine parts and equipment.
Barton & Gray Mariners Club
Portsmouth, NH
Yacht Captain
06/2021 - 10/2021
Adhered to safety protocols, assessing weather variables to promote passenger and vessel safety.
Purchased, organized and maintained supplies and equipment for efficient Summary
Skills
Experience
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Operated communications systems and equipment to transmit and receive messages related to waterway navigation and traffic management. Used measuring tools to verify safety of planned navigational routes. Followed marine regulations applicable to planned route locations. Maintained peak performance in varying conditions and researched weather, wind, current and tide conditions to avoid and manage issues. Arranged for ship to be fueled, restocked with consumable supplies and repaired.
Checked navigation tools and telecommunications equipment prior to embarking on journeys to verify operational status. Selected optimal routes and speeds to guide vessels to destinations in and meet schedule demands.
Inspected boat and recommended improvements to maintain safe operations, protect passengers and secure equipment. Sea Tow Center Moriches, NY
Boat Captain
09/2020 - Current
Studied maps and changing weather conditions to design effective and safe routes for vessels.
Set courses by using area plotting sheets, compasses and sextants. Trained crew members on navigation, boat handling and medical emergencies.
Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure and oxygen.
Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals. Adhered to all safety protocols, including assessing weather variables to promote passenger and vessel safety.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service. Signaled passing vessels by using flags, radios, whistles and flashing lights. IBEW Local 1049 Holtsville, NY
Construction Flagger
06/2021 - Current
Used appropriate signage to correctly direct multi-directional traffic. Helped set up sites before work and clean up locations after end of operations.
Cleaned and prepared construction sites by removing debris and possible hazards.
Identified and reported utilities in way of trenching machinery. Intervened quickly in emergency situations to stop traffic and clear pathways for emergency vehicle movements.
Roosevelt School District Roosevelt, NY
Maintenance Mechanic
01/2010 - 01/2016
Inspected, repaired and maintained lighting and electrical systems, air conditioning equipment and plumbing system components. Maintain steam boiler room, repair leaks, service and clean boiler, replace traps in vents when leaking
Repair and maintain RTU's, change filters and grease motors and cages Monitor and adjust RTU's and chillers using existing cardinal system Maintain and setup PM for all generators in district, keep records of run times, load/non load readings, and temperature and voltage readings Replace and/or install new light switches, light fixtures, receptacle outlets in wall, ceilings with or without kats using a snake Plumbing installations, touch-less flushometers and faucets Maintain and monitor heat in classrooms. Replace circular pumps when needed
Replace and/or repair bath fixtures including self flush urinal and toilets Troubleshoot wiring wiring and controls for heated sidewalk systems Weld and fabricate ground equipment
Ground and field maintenance
Capital One Bank Mattituck, NY
Maintenance Mechanic/Assistant
Building Manager
01/2005 - 10/2010
Monitored work safety by coordinating equipment fueling processes and site maintenance.
Dismantled equipment to access, remove and replace defective parts to maintain operability.
Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs. Oversaw onsite safety compliance to safety regulations and OSHA standards.
Calibrated devices to optimize performance and maintain longevity of equipment.
Inspected and repaired vehicles and emergency equipment to maintain effective mechanical usage.
Diagnosed and repaired mechanical machinery issues. F&M Mechanical Calverton, NY
Electrical/Plumbing /Heating
01/2004 - 01/2005
Maintain boiler room, repair leaks, service and clean boilers Maintain and change ballasts and light fixtures
Remove old boilers and install new ones
Operate mani-lift safe and efficiently
Run new or replace old 2/1, 3/1, or 4/1 Romex 120 volt or 240 volt a/c and 12 volt d/c, cable, phones and computer cables using proper connectors. Replace and/or install new light switches, light fixtures or receptacle outlets in walls or ceilings with or without Kats, using a snake Wire house/building to fuse panel, replace single through quad pole breakers
Use voltage, millimeters and test light to check the current and continuity Center Moriches Union Free School District
Center Moriches, NY
Grounds/Maintenance Mechanic
01/2001 - 01/2004
Responsible for grounds upkeep and construction and maintenance of all sport complex fields using proper machinery
Turf management, field preparation, pruning of trees, shrubs and application of chemicals for weed control, pesticide chemicals and fertilizer application
Grounds keeper of all outside school equipment district wide. Preventative maintenance of all school vehicles and equipment throughout the year Service of Toro 580d, 325d, 322d, Toro X Mark, John Deer 540 tractor, New Holland and other grounds keeping equipment
Aerate, thatch, slit seed baseball fields
Pint and construct dugouts, line and stripe fields
Maintain boiler rooms, repair leaks, change filters Maintain and monitor heat in classrooms, replacing pumps when needed Maintain and change ballasts and light fixtures when needed Construct new walls, sparkle and paint
Replace and/or repair bath fixtures including self flush urinal and toilets when needed
Scio Central School District Scio, NY
High School Diploma
06/1986
Four year Letterman in Varsity Soccer
Four Year Letterman in Varsity Baseball
First year program Boys Volleyball
Education and Training
Certifications
US Coastguard Captains License
CPR/First Aid Certified
Certified Operator MEWP Scissor/Boom Lift Type 3 Group A&B 2022 OSHA 30 Certification
Coached youth baseball for 20 years in various organizations Active member, EMT Mastic Volunteer Ambulance Corp. NY Activities and Honors