- Gardening
- Outdoor Recreation
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Kayaking
- Camping
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Participating in various activities, including, Hunting, and Fishing
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Charles Gentles
Piedmont
Summary
Proven Maintenance Technician with a track record of enhancing Windsor Foods' operational efficiency through expert maintenance knowledge and effective time management. Skilled in cleaning, sanitizing, and floor maintenance, alongside strong independent work ethic and dependability. Achieved significant improvements in equipment functionality and safety, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and customer service.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Custodian
Clearwater R-1 School District
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Supported school events by setting up and breaking down furniture, equipment, and decorations as needed.
- Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Supported event setup and tear-down, contributing to successful school functions.
Building Maintenance Supply and Parts Ordering
Windsor / Ajimodo Foods
04.2010 - 02.2015
- Optimized resource allocation by carefully tracking inventory levels of tools, materials, and equipment needed for maintenance tasks.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback to drive productivity.
- Managed a team of maintenance technicians, providing ongoing training and support to ensure their success.
- Collaborated with contractors during construction projects to ensure high-quality results aligned with project specifications.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, leveraging these connections for priority service when urgent needs arose.
- Reduced maintenance costs by negotiating with vendors for more cost-effective service contracts.
- Coordinated scheduling for routine maintenance tasks, minimizing disruption to tenants'' daily activities.
- Conducted thorough assessments of facility needs, prioritizing projects based on budget constraints and overall impact on the property.
- Responded to emergency fire alarms, plumbing leaks and power outages to implement swift resolutions.
- Restored and repaired worn and damaged building components to support appearance, longevity and security.
- Completed financial tasks by estimating costs and preparing and managing budgets.
- Collaborated with management to develop long-term strategies for housekeeping and janitorial department.
- Trained and mentored new staff on cleaning and safety protocols.
- Scheduled and prioritized tasks to staff, overseeing work completion.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive inventory system to track equipment and supplies.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Improved building efficiency by upgrading outdated equipment and systems to energy-saving alternatives.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks completed, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Supported safety with well-maintained grounds, parking lots and landscaping.
- Followed preventive maintenance schedule to support building systems functionality.
- Recommended or arranged for painting, repair work, renovations and replacement of furnishings and equipment.
- Coordinated with outside vendors to provide supplies and equipment for staff.
- Responded to after-hours maintenance emergencies as needed, providing prompt and effective solutions to minimize impact on tenants.
- Handled minor landscaping tasks such as lawn care or snow removal when required to maintain an attractive property appearance.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies necessary for routine maintenance tasks while minimizing waste or excess spending.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and regulations during all maintenance activities performed onsite.
- Collaborated with building management to establish a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule.
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance work completed, tracking costs, and analyzing trends for future improvements or budgetary adjustments.
- Played key role in emergency preparedness, developing and executing drills and safety protocols.
- Carried out preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and comfort for building occupants.
- Improved energy efficiency, implementing green initiatives and upgrading lighting systems to LED.
- Coordinated with contractors during construction or remodeling projects, overseeing their work quality while adhering to established timelines.
- Contributed to budget management by carefully monitoring maintenance expenses and negotiating with suppliers for better rates.
- Maintained building aesthetics, performing regular painting and repair work to enhance visual appeal.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations by maintaining up-to-date records of all maintenance activities.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely completion of major repairs and renovations, minimizing disruption to building operations.
Maintenance Technician
Windsor Foods
06.1991 - 02.2015
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
- Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
- Inspected and tested equipment for conformance with specifications.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers and dial indicators.
- Diagnosed problems with electrical systems and rewired components to restore safe flow of electricity.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting electrical systems.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and tools required for electrical maintenance tasks, ensuring timely availability when needed.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design, install, and commission new equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Coordinated with external contractors on major projects involving complex installations or repairs of high voltage systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
- Streamlined preventive maintenance processes by creating detailed schedules and checklists for electrical systems.
- Upgraded outdated equipment with modern technology to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process enhancement within the electrical maintenance department.
- Trained junior technicians on proper procedures for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical components.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of repairs, upgrades, and maintenance activities to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
- Cleaned and lubricated components to maintain optimal performance.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Painted walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Maintained detailed installation records for customer and company use.
- Implemented a condition-based monitoring system that resulted in reduced downtime due to proactive identification of potential issues in advance.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to execute emergency response plans during power outages or other unforeseen events affecting electrical systems.
- Disassembled broken, defective, and worn out equipment to aid with repairs.
- Ensured compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and industry best practices while performing all maintenance activities on electrical systems.
- Reduced maintenance costs by implementing innovative diagnostic techniques for early detection of system issues.
- Played key role in emergency response teams, swiftly addressing and resolving electrical failures to minimize impact on operations.
- Coordinated with other trades on large projects to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other building systems.
- Conducted safety inspections to adhere to industry standards, enhancing workplace safety for all employees.
- Upgraded electrical panels and systems in older buildings, enhancing their safety and functionality.
Education
Electrical Circuits -
Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff, MO03-2007
High School Diploma -
Clearwater R-1 School District
Piedmont05-1993
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Work independently
- Responsible and dependable
- Customer service
- Floor cleaning and buffing
- Time management
- Sanitation techniques
- Maintenance knowledge
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry Training - OSHA.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Certification - American Red Cross or National Safety Council.
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Certification - OSHA.
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
Interests
Timeline
Custodian
Clearwater R-1 School District
05.2024 - Current
Building Maintenance Supply and Parts Ordering
Windsor / Ajimodo Foods
04.2010 - 02.2015
Maintenance Technician
Windsor Foods
06.1991 - 02.2015
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry Training - OSHA.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Certification - American Red Cross or National Safety Council.
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Certification - OSHA.
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
Electrical Circuits -
Three Rivers Community College
High School Diploma -
Clearwater R-1 School District
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