JAMES BIRDD

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TILLY, AR *****

903-***-****

acgg70@r.postjobfree.com

RESUME

OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a position that provides the opportunity to use my knowledge and skills

while being a team player in the growth and success of the company.

EDUCATION

Bradford High School, Kenosha, WI

University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

SKILLS

Excellent leadership, time management, planning, interpersonal, verbal, written and

communication skills; Contract Negotiations; Building and Zoning Regulations;

Project Management; Capital Improvements; Facilities Management; Welding;

Plumbing; Analytical; Blueprints/Schematics; Preventative Maintenance Programs,

PLC Programming, Hydraulics & Pneumatics; Computer Skills; Safety & Disaster

Programs; Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing; P&L with Budgetary Oversight; OSHA

Rules & Regulations; Chiller & Boiler Systems; Electrical and Lighting expertise;

Performance Management; Financial/Budget Planning

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

Maintenance/Facilities Director January 2013 - Current

Atria/Friedkin Properties

Responsible for maintenance and safety of multiple properties and businesses

including ranches, lodges, manufacturing companies, retirement and

healthcare facilities with all inside and outside property maintenance and

security.

Recruiting, Training, Retention of Employees. Conduct performance

appraisals.

Responsible for OSHA Recording/Reporting and Compliance in regards to

Safety.

Direct oversight of upgrade and maintenance programs for all facility

equipment, plant utilities, safety and building infrastructure.

Direct oversight of processes performance and continuous improvement.

Direct oversight of division productivity projects.

Drives process excellence to meet overall site objectives as demonstrated by

defined goals for operation.

Member of the company management board and steering committee.

Installation of all equipment including safety and machine upgrades and the

maintenance thereof.

Maintain vehicle fleet for delivery of product.

Maintain Chiller & Boiler systems.

Maintain inventory count and warehouse.

Contract negotiations and coordinates maintenance and repair contracts with

outside vendors and contractors.

Provide safety orientation for all employees.

Maintain preventive maintenance program with proper documentation on all

equipment/machinery.

Supervise all Maintenance, Security and Housekeeping personnel.

Responsible for the oversight and management of the annual 7.2 million

dollar budget.

Oversight of capital improvements and special projects.

Familiar with DADS regulations and requirements.

Excellent HVAC, plumbing, electrical .

Director of Facilities July 2012 – January 2013

Jarvis Christian College

Hawkins, Texas

Responsible for maintenance and safety of the college campus including all

inside and outside property maintenance and security.

Responsible for OSHA Recording/Reporting and Compliance in regards to

Safety.

Direct oversight of upgrade and maintenance programs for all facility

equipment, plant utilities and building infrastructure.

Direct oversight of processes performance and continuous improvement.

Direct oversight of division productivity projects.

Drives manufacturing process excellence to meet overall site objectives as

demonstrated by defined goals for operation.

Installation of all equipment and the maintenance thereof.

Maintain vehicle fleet for delivery of product.

Maintain inventory count and warehouse.

Contract negotiations and coordinates maintenance and repair contracts with

outside vendors and contractors.

Provide safety orientation for all employees.

Maintain preventive maintenance program with proper documentation on all

equipment/machinery.

Supervise all Maintenance, Security and Housekeeping personnel.

Work closely with all management staff and President of the College.

Excellent HVAC, plumbing, electrical and all around handyman skills.

Director of Engineering 2011 - 2012

The Forum at Park Lane

Retirement & Health Care Facility

Dallas, TX

Responsible for maintenance and safety of a 600,000 square foot, 420 room

retirement and healthcare facility including all inside and outside property

maintenance and security.

Recruiting, Training, Retention of Employees. Conduct performance

appraisals.

Responsible for OSHA Recording/Reporting and Compliance in regards to

Safety.

Direct oversight of upgrade and maintenance programs for all facility

equipment, plant utilities and building infrastructure.

Direct oversight of processes performance and continuous improvement.

Direct oversight of division productivity projects.

Drives manufacturing process excellence to meet overall site objectives as

demonstrated by defined goals for operation.

Member of the company management board and steering committee.

Installation of all equipment and the maintenance thereof.

Maintain vehicle fleet for delivery of product.

Maintain inventory count and warehouse.

Contract negotiations and coordinates maintenance and repair contracts with

outside vendors and contractors.

Provide safety orientation for all employees.

Maintain preventive maintenance program with proper documentation on all

equipment/machinery.

Supervise all Maintenance, Security and Housekeeping personnel.

Work closely with Regional Director of Engineering.

Familiar with DADS regulations and requiremen ts.

Excellent HVAC, plumbing, electrical and all around handyman skills.

General Manager 2002 – 2011

Athens Aquatics

Wholesale/Retail

Athens, TX

Establish and accomplish business strategies and objectives.

Maintained quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational

standards and policies.

Recruiting, Training, Retention of Employees. Manage staff, prepare

schedules and conduct performance appraisals.

Review reports and other performance data to measure productivity and goal

achievement to determine areas needing cost reduction and program

improvement.

Responsible for OSHA Recording/Reporting and Compliance in regards to

Safety.

Construction/Design of retail/wholesale facilities including electrical,

plumbing, HVAC.

Installation of all equipment and the maintenance thereof.

Maintain vehicle fleet for delivery of product.

Maintain import/export license; ordered livestock from 23 different countries.

Maintain inventory count and warehouse.

Negotiating of all contracts, national and international.

Manage Budget, P&L and Capital Improvement projects.

Maintain preventive maintenance program on all equipment/machinery.

Involved in all aspects of the company.

Plant Engineer 2001 – 2002

Hebb Industries/Nautilus

Manufacturer/Developer of Exercise Equipment

Tyler, Texas

Hired as Plant Engineer to design layout and installation of equipment and

machinery for move in to 200,000 square ft. facility.

Performed electrical, welding, plumbing.

Installation/Maintenance of powder coating paint booth. Responsible to

maintain operation was in compliance within EPA Guidelines.

Established preventive maintenance program for all machinery.

Troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of all machinery.

Well versed in pneumatics, hydraulics and PLC programming.

Conducted monthly safety meetings.

Ensure quality control program was adhered to.

Provided effective problem solving skills.

Development annual budget for department and stayed within set guidelines

Member of Safety Committee

Maintenance Supervisor 1998 – 2001

Builder’s Best, Inc.

Designer & Manufacturer of metal clothes dryer vents, hoods and products

Jacksonville, Texas

Inaugural Maintenance Supervisor.

Assisted in the growth of the plant and related equipment from 50,000 square

feet to 100,000 square feet.

Planning, development, implementation of preventive maintenance program.

Establishment of Safety Committee and Safety Awards Program.

Conducted Monthly Safety Training Meetings.

Maintained all machinery and equipment including 5 to 200 ton presses.

Performed all HVAC, electrical and welding (MIG, TIG and Heliarc)

Troubleshooting including pneumatics, hydraulics and PLC programming.

Plant Engineer Maintenance

Andrews Corporation 1993 – 1998

Manufacturer of communication equipment

Jacksonville, Texas

Design, layout and installation of equipment and machinery.

Established preventive maintenance program for all machinery.

Troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of all machinery.

Well versed in pneumatics, hydraulics and PLC programming.

Conducted monthly safety meetings.

Ensure quality control program was adhered to.

Provided effective problem solving skills.

Development annual budget for department and stayed within set guidelines

Member of Safety Committee.

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