Anthony Thompson
Alexandria
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Manager with over 15 years of expertise in residential property operations, team leadership, and technical systems management. Proven ability to oversee preventive maintenance programs, manage HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, and coordinate capital improvement projects. Skilled in supervising service teams, optimizing vendor relationships, and maintaining compliance with safety and building codes. Known for delivering high-quality service, resolving issues efficiently, and fostering positive resident experiences. Committed to operational excellence, budget control, and creating safe, well-maintained living environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workforce Specialist/ Professional Development Trainer
Melwood
Alexandria
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Workforce Innovation Skills Hub
- Provide individualized coaching and employment support for individuals with disabilities and others facing employment barriers.
- Lead job readiness workshops focused on resume building, interviewing, and workforce professionalism.
- Partner with instructors and local employers to align participants’ goals with training and job opportunities.
- Support outreach, recruitment, and retention through events and partnership engagement.
- Track progress and performance outcomes to support continuous program improvement.
- Workforce Innovation Skills Hub
Service Manager
Equity Residential
Arlington
07.2010 - 01.2021
- Coordinated maintenance of office and amenity equipment including copiers, printers, fitness equipment, and residents lounge amenities.
- Supervise daily maintenance operations across all residential units and common areas
- Schedule and perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems
- Maintained electrical, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and related systems, and oversaw the general maintenance function and service staff by managing service request, delegating tasks, supervision and directing the work of the department.
- Worked closely with Property Managers to oversee and manage community capital improvements, repairs, special projects, and addressing concerns, also maintained and monitored budget via inventory and order control.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Africana Studies
University of Maryland Baltimore
06.1997
A.A. - Criminal Justice
Allegany College of Maryland
06.1994
Skills
- Computerized maintenance management system
- Inventory monitoring
- Fire protection systems
- Equipment maintenance
- HVAC troubleshooting
- Mechanical systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Grounds maintenance
- HVAC systems
- Vendor relationship management
- Electrical systems
- Budget administration
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Contractor management
Certification
- Workforce Development & Career Coaching Training
- CFC Universal certification
- CPR/First Aid Certified Trainer
- OSHA certified
Timeline
Workforce Specialist/ Professional Development Trainer
Melwood
01.2022 - Current
Service Manager
Equity Residential
07.2010 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Africana Studies
University of Maryland Baltimore
A.A. - Criminal Justice
Allegany College of Maryland
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