Director of Facilities OPS at SOLSTICE AT RIONORTE (2023-04 – Present)
Serve as the prime interface overseeing the operations and all maintenance management activities for this independent living community; plan, research, coordinate, and execute comprehensive strategies and oversee all operational responsibilities, staff leadership, training, safety/risk management, vendor management, and planning and coordination of all maintenance support operations.
- Direct and facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic maintenance projects and related support plans including all project data, work request tracking, creation and maintenance procedures, preventive maintenance schedule records, budgeting/funds allocation, key events, inventories, preventive maintenance procedures, and contractor/vendor management.
- Provide senior leadership, guidance, and direction to ensure acquisition, development, and retention of a professional, highly capable workforce to accomplish assigned activities.
- Oversee all contract planning, life cycle support, and resource management in the development of all proposed support vendor contracts for supply and related maintenance support services; review acquisition options and responses to bids to make maximum use of specialized suppliers/vendors best suited to supporting myriad maintenance program and requirements.
- Implement all risk and safety management plans; plan, direct, and prepare risk and safety analysis of the operations and ensure that all standing policies and safety regulations are adhered to; serve as a point person to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory compliance/entity specifications.
- Participate in regular operational reviews to identify and focus on key areas to improve the operations; continuously assess the efficiency of the operations, make changes to ensure optimal service delivery, reassess changes, and adjust accordingly to meet organizational needs, reduce costs, and continually improve the delivery of operational and maintenance services.
HVAC Technician / Maintenance Technician at SELF-EMPLOYED (2022-08 – 2023-04)
Provide technical hands-on basic and complex mechanical, electrical, and preventive maintenance activities for residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC systems, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for customers in the El Paso and surrounding area.
HVAC Technician / Maintenance Technician at SELF-EMPLOYED
- Manage the quality maintenance, accountability, and control of equipment valued in excess of $10K; act as technical resource to subordinate staff members/Apprentices/Helpers, and aide in troubleshooting all equipment and system issues.
- Oversee the testing of systems and equipment to detect malfunctions, and initiate corrective actions as necessary; prepare all reports for faulty repair systems and parts, and advise customers on equipment status and submarine readiness.
- Supervise and manage all aspects of supply management, inventory control, and order fulfillment operations for parts, supplies, and equipment to support the support operations; advise and assist in the overall development, planning, and implementation of supply procedures and requisitioning, distribution, and tracking of a line of inventory consisting of items valued in excess of $20K.
Technician II at PRIDE INDUSTRIES (2018-09 – 2022-08)
Managed the maintenance, repair, and new installation of HVAC and refrigeration units and systems, boilers and chillers over 250 tons, coolers, freezers, and compressors including all related pipefitting, welding, and electrical work for a region encompassing Fort Bliss, Oro Grande, Dona Ana Range Complex and McGregor Range.
- Managed and executed key processes to ensure efficient maintenance, repair, and installation to achieve all organizational project goals, including all project support functions; ensured work was completed as needed and in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
- Directed and oversaw the work efforts of all Apprentices and Helpers and provided mentoring and guidance as needed; reviewed and approved work plans to be accomplished by subordinates including priorities and schedules for completion of work.
- Performed in-depth troubleshooting, fault isolation, and maintenance of diverse systems, boilers, chillers, and equipment; organized and dispatched work for work orders daily and coordinated work with the manufacturer’s manuals to provide maximum benefits for diagrams and parts.
- Managed the receipt, handling, quality, maintenance, accountability, control, and general and preventive maintenance of electrical equipment, hand/power tools, motor vehicles, and related power equipment to maintain the highest state of repair; ensured all scheduled maintenance and services are kept current.
- Oversaw field inspections and all safety on the job site, ensuring that all project work was in compliance with EPA/OSHA standards by; ensured that all deficiencies were properly documented and corrected maintaining accurate records of all quantity control activities.
- Conducted regular outdoor operations working in high altitudes and extreme outdoor temperatures/weather conditions using demonstrated knowledge of field instruments/heavy equipment operation.
- Maintained accurate records; prepared and oversaw detailed fixture, equipment, and cost budgets for each project.
Area Technician at PIZZA HUT (Muy Pizzas, Inc.) (2014-02 – 2018-09)
Served as the point person overseeing all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and carpentry projects for 18 stores in Texas and New Mexico; includes all new and existing construction and remodeling operations, preventive maintenance of mechanical, building, and equipment maintenance, repair and installation of HVAC systems, 250 ton+ boilers, chillers, pipe systems, and electrical/lighting systems.
Supervisory Correctional Officer at MTC PROCESSING CENTER (2008-03 – 2013-10)
Worked through a series of diverse roles based on the demonstrated capacity to handle varied positions.
Selected Highlights include: Managed and oversaw the enforcement of Otero’s Processing Center policies and regulations to ensure the orderly, safe, and secure operation of this facility housing up to 2,000 male undocumented detainees awaiting processing for deportation.
- Held direct accountability and supervisory control for the work efforts of seven Correctional Officers maintaining a positive security stance to identify and control actual or potential security violations such as escape attempts, assaults, and riots.
- Investigated violations of facility policies, rules, and regulations, gathered physical evidence, conducted interviews and interrogations, reviewed analyzed facts, made case determinations as required, and prepared accurate, detailed written reports for submission to superiors.
- Conducted and directed all internal audits and investigated violations of penal laws and prison regulations; gathered evidence, and prepared detailed and accurate written reports of findings for submission to higher ranking officials recommending the best course of action to correct issues/discrepancies.
Maintenance Technician at MTC PROCESSING CENTER (2008-03 – 2013-10)
Provided technical hands-on basic and complex mechanical, electrical, and preventive maintenance activities for the processing center’s HVAC systems, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for ensure operational readiness.
- Managed the quality maintenance, accountability, and control of equipment valued in excess of $1M; acted as technical resource and aide in troubleshooting all equipment and system issues.
- Tested all systems and equipment to detect malfunctions, and initiated corrective actions as necessary. Prepared all reports for faulty repair systems and parts, and advised the commander on equipment status and submarine readiness.
- Supervised and managed all aspects of supply management, inventory control, and order fulfillment operations for parts, supplies, and equipment to support the unit; advised and assisted in the overall development, planning, and implementation of supply procedures and requisitioning, distribution, and tracking of a line of inventory consisting of items valued in excess of $100K.
Correctional Officer at MTC PROCESSING CENTER (2008-03 – 2013-10)
Directly supervised and monitored the daily activities of over 2,000 undocumented detainees from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds; oversaw the armed transportation and escorting of detainees to and from federal, state, and county medical facilities; ensured all detainees were escorted in safe, secure, and professional manner. Provided general security for the hospital staff, maintained safety and order, and enforced hospital rules; assisted doctors or nurses as needed.
- Oversaw public relations initiatives within the wide spectrum of visiting consulates, the public, and public officials to ensure the maintenance of the installation’s professional reputation.
