A Bodhisattva365

Facilities and operations professional with experience supporting multi-site, compliance-sensitive facilities, commercial building systems, and private properties. Skilled in root-cause troubleshooting, HVAC and building automation diagnostics, contractor coordination, preventive maintenance, and cost-conscious decision-making. Has managed concurrent employment and independent business responsibilities throughout his career.

Facilities Technician I - American Red Cross - Baltimore, MD

(2024-12 - 2026)

• Supported building maintenance and operations across 14 regional donation and volunteer sites and a 155,000-square-foot facility.
• Diagnosed HVAC, rooftop-unit, building automation, and related system faults; verified equipment conditions before recommending corrective action.
• Coordinated with qualified trades and outside contractors for regulated or specialized work; supported contractor oversight on projects valued up to approximately $1 million.
• Identified practical, lower-cost repairs and escalated safety, infrastructure, and operational risks through appropriate channels.

Private Estate Maintenance Supervisor - Private Owners - Baltimore, MD

(2017 - 2020)

• Coordinated maintenance, repairs, property systems, restoration work, and service providers for two high-value residential estates.
• Addressed aging electrical and plumbing systems, finishes, mechanical equipment, security, and property upkeep while preserving historic materials where practical.

Facilities Manager - Miss Shirley's Cafe / Crazy Man Restaurant Group - Baltimore, MD

(2008 - 2011)

• Coordinated facilities upkeep, equipment maintenance, vendor services, and repairs across multiple active restaurant locations.
• Supported electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment, site safety, and code-compliance needs while minimizing interruptions to operations.
• Managed maintenance priorities and worked with contractors and vendors on practical resolutions.

Owner / Operator - Good Cosmic Repairman - Baltimore, MD

(2020 - 2022)

• Operated an independent household repair and maintenance service serving older residents during the COVID-19 period.
• Diagnosed and repaired residential plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general maintenance issues; managed client requests, scheduling, and materials.

Co-Owner & Vice President - Arizona Restaurant Equipment Liquidators (AREL) - Phoenix, AZ

(1990 - 1995)

• Oversaw acquisition, refurbishment, resale, repair standards, scheduling, and delivery of commercial equipment.
• Managed repair operations and business financial responsibilities; coached staff on servicing refrigeration, ovens, fryers, steam equipment, and other systems.