Samuel Thom
Plainfield
Summary
Dedicated maintenance supervisor with extensive experience in troubleshooting and preventive care. Known for strong inventory management skills and team leadership. Ready to leverage expertise to improve facility operations and ensure safety compliance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Maintenance Manager
Scene 75 indoor entertainment center
Romeoville
07.2022 - 11.2025
- Assisted in scheduling maintenance tasks to ensure facility operations.
- Supported maintenance team with daily inspections of equipment and systems.
- Organized maintenance inventory and supplies for efficient access and usage.
- Learned safety protocols and procedures for operating tools and machinery.
- Collaborated with senior staff on routine repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Documented maintenance activities in logs for accurate record-keeping.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss ongoing projects and priorities.
- Helped maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the maintenance workspace.
- Maintained accurate records of all repair activities performed within the facility.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by utilizing existing resources whenever possible.
- Monitored, inspected and evaluated the performance of mechanical systems.
- Supervised a team of 5 maintenance workers to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations at all times while performing maintenance tasks.
- Drafted detailed reports regarding the condition of equipment, parts and materials used in repairs or replacements.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify potential problems or areas needing improvement.
- Provided technical support to other departments as required throughout the facility operations.
- Performed preventative maintenance on a variety of machines including pumps, motors and boilers.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with electrical, plumbing and HVAC equipment.
- Investigated customer complaints about malfunctioning equipment or unsatisfactory service quality.
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for multiple apartment buildings.
- Coordinated repair schedules with vendors and contractors for efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and tools for effective workflow.
- Trained new staff on maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Responded promptly to resident maintenance requests and concerns.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to enhance property conditions.
- Collaborated with management to prioritize urgent repairs and projects.
- Assisted with emergency situations that arise during business hours or after-hours.
- Assisted property managers with preparing budgets related to the apartment's maintenance needs.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment and systems in the apartments.
- Communicated regularly with property owners about upcoming projects or issues needing resolution.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various apartment systems, such as plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling, security, and appliances.
- Ordered parts and supplies needed for maintenance tasks.
- Prepared reports summarizing activities completed by the team each month.
- Conducted regular inspections of all common areas to ensure safety standards are met.
- Coordinated with contractors or vendors to complete projects within budget parameters.
- Maintained records of all service requests and preventive maintenance performed in apartments.
- Ensured compliance with building codes, health regulations, safety standards, lease agreements, and other applicable laws.
- Supervised a team of maintenance technicians to ensure work is completed according to specifications.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Apartment Maintenance Supervisor
Covey at Fox Valley
Aurora
06.1999 - 08.2021
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for multiple apartment buildings.
- Coordinated repair schedules with vendors and contractors for efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and tools for effective workflow.
- Trained new staff on maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Responded promptly to resident maintenance requests and concerns.
- Assisted with emergency situations that arise during business hours or after-hours.
- Collaborated with management to prioritize urgent repairs and projects.
- Assisted property managers with preparing budgets related to the apartment's maintenance needs.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment and systems in the apartments.
- Communicated regularly with property owners about upcoming projects or issues needing resolution.
- Established protocols for responding quickly and efficiently to emergency repair requests from tenants.
- Ordered parts and supplies needed for maintenance tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various apartment systems, such as plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling, security, and appliances.
- Conducted regular inspections of all common areas to ensure safety standards are met.
- Maintained records of all service requests and preventive maintenance performed in apartments.
- Resolved tenant complaints regarding apartment repairs or services provided by the maintenance department.
- Provided training to new staff on proper use of tools and safety procedures when performing repairs or installations.
- Monitored inventory levels for spare parts and supplies used for apartment maintenance.
- Ensured compliance with building codes, health regulations, safety standards, lease agreements, and other applicable laws.
- Supervised a team of maintenance technicians to ensure work is completed according to specifications.
- Handled routine cosmetic updates such as painting walls and replacing outdated fixtures.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
Mobile Repair Technician
TZR repair
Darien
04.1996 - 03.1999
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems and electrical components.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and executed timely repairs to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all maintenance activities.
- Documented maintenance activities in the tracking system for future reference.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
Maintenance Technician and pool attendant
Windscape Village apartments
Naperville
03.1992 - 03.1996
- Performed routine maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected and repaired plumbing systems to prevent leaks and water damage.
- Maintained electrical systems by troubleshooting and replacing faulty components.
- Maintained water quality through regular testing and chemical balancing.
- Inspected and repaired pool equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Cleared debris and maintained cleanliness of pool areas daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
Romeoville High School
Romeoville, IL06-1988
Some College (No Degree) - Chemical Engineering
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois, ILSkills
- Equipment maintenance and preventive care
- HVAC and plumbing troubleshooting
- Electrical diagnostics
- Inventory management
- Plumbing repairs
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Emergency response
- Facilities maintenance
Timeline
Assistant Maintenance Manager
Scene 75 indoor entertainment center
07.2022 - 11.2025
Apartment Maintenance Supervisor
Covey at Fox Valley
06.1999 - 08.2021
Mobile Repair Technician
TZR repair
04.1996 - 03.1999
Maintenance Technician and pool attendant
Windscape Village apartments
03.1992 - 03.1996
High School Diploma -
Romeoville High School
Some College (No Degree) - Chemical Engineering
Illinois State University