Professional Summary
Versatile senior handyman with extensive technical background in commercial and residential property maintenance, carpentry, minor plumbing, and fixture repairs in the Eindhoven region. Proven track record of troubleshooting complex repair issues swiftly, operating under rigorous safety standards, and ensuring durable, high-quality finishes.
Work Experience
Brabant Vastgoedbeheer Diensten
Eindhoven
Lead Maintenance Technician & Handyman
Apr 2018 – Present
- Manage preventative and reactive repair operations across 18 multi-tenant residential complexes and commercial properties in the Eindhoven area.
- Diagnose and resolve structural, carpentry, plumbing, and low-voltage electrical faults, closing over 450 service tickets annually.
- Coordinate seasonal facility maintenance, including gutter inspections, exterior sealant renewals, and HVAC filter replacements.
- Guide junior facility assistants on safe tool handling, hazard assessment, and compliance with Dutch occupational health guidelines.
Kempen Renovatie & Onderhoud
Eindhoven
Senior Handyman
Sept 2012 – Mar 2018
- Carried out comprehensive interior maintenance, including drywall patching, interior door hanging, lock replacement, and cabinetry repairs for residential clients.
- Repaired leaking sanitary fittings, unclogged drainage pipes, and replaced water-mixer cartridges with zero warranty recalls.
- Managed on-site tool inventories and standardized consumable sourcing, reducing supply replenishment wait times by 20%.
Helmond Facilitair Werken
Helmond
Maintenance Handyman
Feb 2006 – Aug 2012
- Handled general repair and minor installation jobs across three business park facilities, including ceiling tile replacements, furniture installations, and fixture repairs.
- Inspected emergency exit hardware, door closers, and safety signage on a monthly schedule, maintaining audit readiness for municipal inspections.
Education & Training
Summa College
MBO Level 3 Diploma · Allround Building Maintenance & Practical Technical Services · Eindhoven · Graduated · Sept 1994 – Jun 1997
Completed vocational training focused on practical building maintenance, joinery, basic sanitary plumbing systems, hardware installation, and occupational safety standards.
Key Projects
Residential Window & Hardware Refurbishment
May 2023 – Sept 2023
- Led the hardware overhaul and weatherstripping replacement across 48 rental units within four weeks, substantially reducing draft reports and energy loss complaints.
Core Competencies
Carpentry & Joinery
Sanitary Plumbing Repairs
Basic Electrical Troubleshooting
Drywall & Plaster Repair
Door & Lock Hardware Fitting
Preventative Facility Maintenance
Power Tool Operation & Safety
Work Order Management
Painting & Surface Preparation
VCA Safety Compliance
Languages
Dutch
C2
English
C1
Certifications & Licences
VCA-VOL (Safety for Operational Supervisors)
PBNA · Mar 2021
NEN 3140 VOP (Sufficiently Instructed Person Low-Voltage Safety)
SBK Opleidingen · Sept 2022
Community Involvement
Stichting Repair Café Eindhoven
Eindhoven · Jan 2019 – Present
- Volunteer Repair Specialist
- Diagnose and repair damaged household wooden furniture, mechanical fixtures, and small domestic equipment to support local circular economy initiatives.