Gavin McGaha

816-***-**** acteza@r.postjobfree.com

Executive Summary

Accomplished Facilities Manager with extensive experience in operations. Strong leadership, poised in high-pressured situations, in-depth knowledge of building trades, and people management skills.

Core Qualifications

Management Experience – 10 + years Computer Skills Leadership

Strong work ethic Customer service Dependability

Self-motivation Analytical thinking Written and Oral communication skills

Problem Solving Positive attitude Flexibility

Teamwork Detail oriented Property management

Automated Logic building management systems EPA Certified

Preventative maintenance management software

Professional Experience

Director of Facilities Smithville School District RII, Smithville, Missouri 7/2014 – 09/2015

Managed the daily operations of the Facilities departments for the school district

Provided direction and leadership for 17 employees

Managed and overseen all facilities management for 4 schools, 1 district building, stadium complex, athletic fields, playgrounds, and ground management for 200+ acres

Conducted regular staff meetings with school employees

Developed long and short term departmental goals

Monitored all facility purchases to ensure expenses stayed within allocated budget

Provided customer service to both internal and external contacts

Implemented and verified all Federal, State, and Local codes/regulations for construction projects were followed

Verified all life safety devices were working, and that all procedures were documented and up to date for current fire code

Verified and implemented OSHA and MSDS/MDS documentation compliance

Conducted inspections of facilities and grounds

Overseen commercial kitchen equipment and repair per OSHA/FDA guidelines

Managed the automated HVAC climate control of each building

Created Preventative Maintenance schedules for all building trades

Managed/processed work orders through Schooldude online software program

Ensured handicap automated doors were operational and met OSHA/ADA requirements

Overseen and inspected all major roof repairs

Managed the repair of parking lot surfaces, and Security/perimeter lighting with modifications or upgrades

Overseen and managed the required testing or repairs of backflows, vessels, and septic systems

Managed and overseen repairs to all district vehicles, and field equipment to meet D.O.T. regulations

Handled emergencies on district property proficiently and appropriately in a safe and timely manner

Evaluated safety programs and conducted training for best practice skills

Provided ongoing training for maintenance and custodial staff

Interviewed candidates, made hiring and termination recommendations to district Board of Education

Implemented custodial supply online ordering/inventory software and reduced supply cost by 22%

Provided custodial support for district athletic activities and community events

Directed and managed special projects assigned by Assistant Superintendent

Implemented and managed the districts integrated pest management program

Prepared bids for review on major work concerning district properties

Keep projects on time, meet completion dates, and maintain budgetary compliance

Managed services for all facility maintenance performed by outside vendors and contractors

Maintained building and grounds master plan for district

Kansas City Art Institute Maintenance Supervisor Merrill Companies LLC 04/2007 – 07/2014

Supervised the daily operations of the Facilities departments for the Institute

Managed and overseen all facilities management for 6 maintenance men and 20 buildings plus campus grounds

Conducted and managed regular maintenance staff meetings weekly

Developed long and short term departmental goals

Monitored all facility purchases to ensure expenses stayed within allocated budget

Provided customer service to both internal and external contacts

Conducted inspections of facilities and grounds

Overseen commercial kitchen equipment and repair per OSHA/FDA guidelines

Managed the automated HVAC climate control of each building

Overseen maintenance and preventative maintenance of boiler and chiller operations/controls

Created Preventative Maintenance schedules for all building trades

Managed/processed work orders through Schooldude online software program

Ensured handicap automated doors were operational and met OSHA/ADA requirements

Overseen and inspected all major roof repairs

Managed the repair of parking lot surfaces, and Security/perimeter lighting with modifications or upgrades

Inspected and managed the required testing or repairs of backflows, vessels, and septic systems

Handled emergencies on district property proficiently and appropriately in a safe and timely manner

Evaluated safety programs and conducted training for best practice skills

Provided ongoing training for maintenance and custodial staff

Interviewed candidates, made hiring and termination recommendations

Established and organized an emergency after-hour call system and weather related response

Consulted Historical Society regulations for repairs to campus Historical buildings

Interviewed, hired, trained and evaluated all personnel reporting directly to Supervisor

Bid and contracted outside vendors for major work on campus; monitor quality of work, on-time completion and budgetary compliance

Building Engineer Target Inc., Shawnee, KS 03/2006 – 04/2007

Managed daily operations of an 180,000 sq. ft Super Target; building maintenance and ground operations

Provided maintenance coverage to all Super Targets in metro Kansas City, MO and KS properties as needed

Managed maintenance expenses to help achieve store financial objectives

Facilitated open and consistent communication with store team and management

Ensured safety of guests and team members by adhering to Federal, State, FDA and OSHA regulations

Inspected and made roof repairs

Maintained and repaired cart bins, parking lots, store signage, and parking lot pole lights

Managed the automated building systems

Provided preventative maintenance and repair for HVAC, plumbing, electronics and electrical equipment

Performed maintenance and tested backup emergency power diesel generator monthly

Partnership with store management, vendors, and contractors to complete tasks and projects on time

Followed up and/or escalate when work performed by contractors did not meet Target standards

Identified and resolved opportunities for store improvements

Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities and repairs

Telecommunications Technician Self-Employed, Kansas City, MO. 01/2004 – 04/2007

Installed, troubleshoot, and repair business/home phone systems and communication wiring

Provided prompt customer service and support

Provided on-call emergency service

Reconfigured existing phone systems and carrier service

Configured complex phone switch networks for customer and performed preventative maintenance

Programed commercial phone switch, telephone systems, and made software upgrades to equipment

Sr. Building Maintenance Supervisor Johnson County Government, Olathe, KS. 01/2005 – 03/2006

Managed the daily operations and maintenance needs of Leed Green Certified government building and grounds

Directed and managed all maintenance work orders were carried out and completed in a timely manner

Directed and managed all services for facilities maintenance projects performed by outside vendors and contractors

Overseen and assisted with special projects and planning as related to facility maintenance

Provided excellent customer service to both internal/external contacts

Inspected building and property regularly for any safety hazards, damages, and needed repairs

Managed all work and services to ensure compliance with city, state codes and completion schedules

Managed the automated building control systems

Overseen and Maintained boiler and chiller operations and controls

Developed, implemented and managed an inventory control system

Ordered tools, equipment and supplies as needed

Education

ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF APPLIED SCIENCE ELECTRONICS INSTITUTE, KANSAS CITY, MO.

Major: Applied Science

CERTIFICATE LEWELLYN TECHNICAL TRAINING, KANSAS CITY, MO.

Major: Industrial Electrician I and II

CERTIFICATE BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER, KANSAS CITY, MO.

Major: Electrical Motors Controls Program

CERTIFICATE ESCO INSTITUTE, KANSAS CITY, MO.

Major: EPA Universal Certification

COLLEGE CLASSES NORTHERN OKLAHOMA COLLEGE, TONKAWA, OK.

Major: Architecture

CERTIFICATE PIONEER AREA VO-TECH, PONCA CITY, OK.

Major: Industrial Technology of Woodworking and Architecture

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