JAMES BIERCE
Greensboro, Ga ***** 720-***-**** ************@*******.***
Professional Summary
Professional maintenance supervisor with excellent interpersonal skills. Brings dedication, integrity, ethics, and ambition. Works in a timely and efficient manner to see tough jobs through to completion. A technician with a lifetime of construction experience. Specialties include working within planned budgets, scheduling, inventory, being creative, plumbing, painting, drywall, doors, windows, appliances and installation, A reliable worker with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn. Handyman who has worked as part of a union and as an independent contractor. Skilled in collaborating smoothly with a diverse range of management styles. Dedicated Detail and results oriented Manager bringing 35+ years of experience working in a vast array of environments. Excel in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Strong team leader and trainer ready for new professional challenges.
Skills
• Electrical Wiring and Fixtures
• Blueprint Reading
• Appliance Installation
• Installation Management
• Repair Planning
• Hand and Power Tools
• Quality Assurance
• Construction Method
• Hazard and Defect Detection
• Facilities Painting and Repair
• Relationship Building
• Clear Communication
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
• Mechanical Repair
• Supply and Parts Ordering
• Metal Welding
• Grounds keeping and Landscaping
• Equipment Assembly
• Computerized Maintenance Management
• Subcontractor Management
• Safety Monitoring and Compliance
• Energy Efficiency Improvement
• Handheld Computers
• Fluid Testing
• Interpersonal Communication
• Maintenance and Repair
• Cultural Awareness
• Attention to Detail
• Training and Development
• Data Entry
• Dependable and Responsible
• Decision-Making
• Flexible and Adaptable
• Organization and Time Management
• Employee performance assessment
• Troubleshooting
• Staff Management
• Employee scheduling
• Visual Inspection
• Accurate Estimation
• Wooden Structure Building and Repair
• Pressure Washing
• Deadline management
• Preventive Maintenance
• Inventory replenishment
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor 08/2024 to 11/2024
Grove at 5 points Apts – Athens, Ga.
Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
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• Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements. Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
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Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
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• Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets for maintenance projects, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and costeffectiveness.
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• Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities. Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
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• Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs. Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
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Owner 04/1990 to Current
First Place Finishes LLC – Aurora, CO
became licensed and insured in 2016 and focused on building the business anything handyman and maintanence oriented expanded in to fencing and repair i was begining to turn profit and then covid hit
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Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires,unclogging drains and maintaining gutters.
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• Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work order.
• maintained cost effective levels of spare parts inventory. Maintained documentation for areas such as orders, activities, schedules and employee performance.
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• Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
• Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
• Provided accurate estimates for all projects.
• Safely operated all power equipment
• Accurately completed service reports and warranty forms.
• Hired and oversaw subcontractors
Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
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Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
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Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
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• Managed financial aspects including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs. Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
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attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
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Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
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Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
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• Established foundational processes for business operations.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
Journeyman Painter 01/2008 to 03/2013
Heggem-lundquist Paint Co – Denver, CO
Achieved consistent high-quality finishes by applying expert painting techniques and using proper tools.
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Streamlined workflow processes by effectively setting up job sites with necessary materials prior to commencement of work.
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Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
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• Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
• Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
• Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
• Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes. Maintenance Technician 07/2023 to 06/2024
Heather Gardens Association – Aurora, Co.
• Retirement community over2400 units
maintained 2, 6 story midrise bldngs 144 units all aspects, parking structures, garage, positive air flow systems, chillers, boilers, hotwater tanks, and delivery, plumbing, electrical, cable t.v. and antena boosting and siganol delivery, secured entry systems, ellavator systems, weekly bldg inspections
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maintained a small neighborhood with 40plus duplex stand alo e homes including 2 car garages, all grounds, structures, gutters, roofs, plumbing, hvac.
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Assistant Maintenance Director 03/2021 to 07/2023
San Marino Retirement community – Denver, Co.
maintained complets community consisting of 1, 3story, 120 unit, 1/2bdrm, independant living facility. including resturaunt, banquet rooms, and activity rooms, gounds,, ponds, snow removal 1, 2 story, 160 unit, 24hr care faciliry, with resturaunt, etc. all same as above. 1, 2 story, 16 unit 2bdrm, apt., independant living facility,
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1, area consisting of 24 single family ranchstyle homes 2,3,4 bdrm independant living all aspects of upkeep and maintenance
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Administered and enforced company policies and procedures for maintenance and grounds personnel.
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Assisted in budget development and monitoring, helping the department stay within financial constraints while addressing all necessary maintenance concerns.
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Ensured smooth facility operations by coordinating with other departments on maintenance needs and scheduling repairs..
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• updated total remodel of the main bldg 120 units Apprentice Electrician 03/2013 to 12/2015
Adk Electric – Denver Co.
• attended 2nd year electrical school received apprentice licensing worked as an apprentice and was a part of complete rewiring of 3 very large school from pulling underground to the top floor lighting
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• wired a natural gas plant all 80'ft plus lift work installing lighting
• various other pronects around the metro area
Education
Associate of Science: Automotive Technology 04/2005 Lincoln Technical Institute - Denver - Denver, CO
• graduated with a perfect 4.0
• perfect attendance
• minorin business administration
Apprentice Electrician : Electrical Basics 09/2015 IEC - Denver, Co.
• 2nd year appre tice program
• became a licensed apprentice electrician
Asbestos Removal 05/2024
Certified - Denver, Co.
• became state certified
Certified Pool Tech : Swimming Pool and Spa Operation and Chemical Adjustments 05/2024 Certified pool operater - Denver, Co.
Certifications
• OSHA 30 2011
• FORK LIFT 2015
• SCISSOR LIFT 2015
• SPIDER LIFT
• BOOM TRUCK
• FALL PROTECTION
• FIRST RESPONDER
• RESPIRATION
• MSDS AND HAZMAT
• HAND AND POWER TOOL SAFE USE
• JOURNEYMAN PAINTER
• POOL OPERATER
• ASBESTOS REMOVAL
• MOLD REMEDIATION