Michael S. Mestas

Results-driven municipal facilities professional with more than 20 years of experience overseeing building maintenance, grounds operations, irrigation systems, parks, athletic fields, public infrastructure, and city facilities. Proven leader with extensive experience supervising employees, coordinating contractors, managing preventive maintenance programs, and supporting executive leadership and high-profile public events. Recognized for building strong teams, improving operational efficiency, maintaining safe public facilities, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Building & Grounds Supervisor - City and County of Denver - Denver, CO

(2022-01 - 2026-03)

• Supervise building, grounds, custodial, and maintenance operations for municipal facilities.
• Lead daily work assignments, preventive maintenance schedules, and staff performance.
• Coordinate contractor services, facility improvements, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational regulations.
• Support departmental budgeting, planning, and resource management.
• Provide direct facilities support for the Mayor's Office and executive leadership.

Utility Worker - City and County of Denver - Denver, CO

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Coordinated facility setups for city meetings, public events, and executive functions.
• Maintained municipal grounds through landscaping, mowing, pruning, power washing, and seasonal maintenance.
• Performed snow removal and ice mitigation to maintain safe public access.
• Maintained city equipment and vehicles while providing exceptional service to city staff, residents, and elected officials.

Public Works Maintenance Worker II - City of Wheat Ridge - Wheat Ridge, CO

(2022-01 - 2022-12)

• Maintained streets and public infrastructure while operating loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, and snowplows.
• Supported emergency snow operations and infrastructure maintenance projects.

Irrigation Technician - City and County of Denver - Denver, CO

(2022-01 - 2022-12)

• Maintained and programmed irrigation systems supporting more than 500 acres of parkland.
• Developed irrigation schedules that improved turf quality while maximizing water efficiency.
• Assisted with emergency response and seasonal snow operations.

Irrigation Technician - City of Englewood - Englewood, CO

(2016-01 - 2021-12)

• Managed irrigation systems serving more than 250 acres of municipal parks.
• Developed citywide irrigation and mowing schedules that improved water conservation.
• Coordinated monthly well reporting and maintained regulatory compliance with the State of Colorado.
• Planned and supervised citywide special events.
• Trained new employees on safety procedures, equipment operation, and customer service.
• Maintained irrigation equipment, small engines, and park maintenance equipment.

Utility Worker - City and County of Denver - Denver, CO

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

• Prepared and maintained over 100 athletic fields for multiple sports.
• Performed turf maintenance, landscaping, irrigation support, fencing repairs, and facility improvements.

Flooring Installer - Spectrum Flooring

(2010-01 - 2014-12)

• Installed commercial and residential flooring while serving more than 4,000 customers with exceptional workmanship and customer service.

Operator II - Southgate Water & Sanitation District

(2007-01 - 2010-12)

• Delivered 24-hour emergency water and wastewater services supporting approximately 80,000 residents.
• Performed GIS mapping, valve and hydrant maintenance, sewer inspections, pump station operations, reservoir operations, and emergency utility repairs.

Technician I - Bancroft-Clover Water & Sanitation District

(2006-01 - 2007-12)

• Supported water and wastewater operations serving approximately 65,000 residents.
• Performed meter maintenance, valve and hydrant inspections, GIS updates, repairs, and system flushing.

High School Diploma - Alameda High School