Gerald R. Fuson

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Facilities Manager

Special expertise in safety and OSHA compliance

SJB Child Development Centers, San Jose, CA 2013 – Present

Child care facilities with 9 locations serving close to 2,000 children

Facilities Manager

Supervise maintenance staff handling all buildings, including safety and security systems. Coordinate with agency for oversight of

custodian personnel. Work directly with senior executives, Board of Directors, department managers, architects, general

contractors, Head Start, and other government agencies.

Ensure compliance with State and OSHA regulations. Project costs and facility needs to develop department budget for supplies,

equipment, and outside services. Evaluate energy expenditures, propose and install solutions for significant energy conservation.

Saved over $250,000 by setting up competitive bidding and negotiating new contracts for food and supplies.

Launchpad, Palo Alto, CA 2011 – 2012

Charter schools with five newly-built campuses in San Jose

Facilities Manager

Oversaw maintenance, repair and safety for K-5 charter schools with 2,500 students and 150 staff. Coordinated with staff,

contractors, suppliers, and professional services such as moving and pest control.

EAH Housing, San Rafael, CA 2007 – 2011

Affordable housing in California and Hawaii

Safety Compliance Coordinator

Monitored and trained staff of 180 at 70 sites for all property safety issues. Performed facility audits to ensure compliance with

OSHA standards, including handling of hazardous waste. Worked with both California and Hawaii HUD. Communicated directly

with site facility managers, contractors, vendors, suppliers, government agencies, and insurance companies. Coordinated with

human resources on workmen’s compensation accidents.

Elma Electronics, Fremont, CA 1998 – 2007

Hard drive manufacturer for military and aerospace

Maintenance Manager / Safety Supervisor

Supervised custodial and maintenance staff of 10 for two manufacturing facilities. Served as primary contact for vendors and

suppliers for HVAC, roofers, painters, janitorial, landscaping, and vending machines. Coordinated with government agencies

including police and fire. Purchased all supplies.

Administered security badge system. Supported IT team with equipment setup, maintenance, tagging, and tracking. Trained forklift

operators. Originally hired as janitor and promoted after three years.

Oversaw safety issues including audits, CPR, first aid, fire, and OSHA compliance.

Hired and worked directly with general contractor to coordinate extensive multi-million dollar remodeling

project, as well as associated internal moves. Assessed furniture options such as ergonomics, floor plans, and

space utilization. Supervised hiring of manpower and vendors.

Selected Professional Training

HUD OSHA ACC Certified Trainer

Annual 3-day seminars More than 25 courses completed Forklift, Asbestos, Mold, Lead

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