DOUG A. KUKUCKA
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FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Professional Profile
( Motivated and technically proficient facilities manager experienced in
all aspects of facilities management seeking a professional employment
opportunity with an established industry leader.
( Pro-active departmental administration specializing in cost reductions,
improved customer service, reduction of chronic failures, productivity
increases and exceeding established organizational standards.
( Proven expertise adjusting to specialized environments surpassing
expectations with projects/programs that yield measureable organizational
benefits and excelling through persistence & determination in all
undertaken.
Areas of Expertise
( Facilities Management ( Contract ( Codes/Industry
Administration Practices
( Maintenance ( Mechanical ( Computerized
Management Engineering Maintenance
( Physical Plant ( Automotive Management System (CMMS)
Management Engineering
( Operations Management ( Supervision of Staffs ( Team-building and
Employee
( Construction ( Productivity Involvement Programs
Management Improvements
( Emergency Management ( Cost & Safety ( Strong Technical
Conscious Troubleshooting
( Project/Program ( Resolution of Chronic and Problem Resolution
Management Problems Skills
( Vendor Management ( Capital/Operating ( Program & Policy
Budgets Initiatives
Professional Experience
Owner/Manager, 2009-present; self-employed while seeking professional
employment - see next page.
Portables Production Manager, 2008
Metalcraft Inc., Baltimore, Maryland
( Managed the production of fire extinguisher & dispersion device model
lines for military and commercial markets.
( Established a computerized inventory monitoring system and managed $2
million dollars of inventory/equipment.
( Increased manufacturing capacity by 40% and pro-actively supported sales
force in exceeding delivery dates.
( Eliminated existing backlog of all manufacturing orders and formulated
standards insuring on-time delivery.
( Developed departmental operating & reporting procedures to enhance
production and quality program.
( Administered an employee cross-training program resulting in improved
quality and organizational efficiency.
( Effectively worked with other departmental managers on quality standards
and resolving manufacturing issues.
Facilities Engineering Consultant, 2002-2007
SRL "Tehnomax Grup", Chisinau, Moldova
( Responsible for facility modernization and equipment projects in
agricultural plant as owner's representative.
( Investigated feasibility, performed engineering analysis and increased
production by 50%.
( Improved efficiency of intake processing line by 30% through analysis of
workflow and processing patterns.
( Specified standards for processing equipment, systems, integration,
maintenance, warranties and spare parts.
( Generated & analyzed project calculations, submittals, specifications
and other technical documentation.
( Devised technical solutions to complex equipment integrations and
defined CMMS program requirements.
( Conducted site visits and managed projects/personnel during successful
installations, start-ups and testing.
( Exceeded owner's expectations resulting in new contracts for additional
plant improvement work.
Administrator in Facilities Management - Mechanical Systems, 2001-2002
Harford County Public Schools, Bel Air, Maryland
( Directed mechanical systems department including
electrical/plumbing/HVAC shops servicing fifty (50) schools.
( Restored 95% of HVAC systems to specified operational design standards
after years of modifications.
( Reduced failures/problems by 25% resulting in productivity increases and
enhanced deployment of workforce.
( Reduced incomplete CMMS work orders by 60% and emergency calls for
service by 40% through targeted resource/manpower utilization.
( Supervised & trained plant chief, three (3) crew chiefs and thirty (30)
total employees.
( Effectively managed all aspects of departmental administration including
projects, budget, personnel, programs and CMMS system management in a fast
paced environment.
( Delivered successful projects including document generation, reviews,
progress meetings, site supervision, etc..
( Implemented policy & procedure initiatives that improved customer
service and resolved maintenance issues.
( Devised/implemented successful programs including lockout/tagout, safety
and employee involvement programs.
( Reorganized comprehensive maintenance management plan to sustain
operations with reduced resources.
Automotive Engineering Consultant, 2000-2001
Litton/TASC, Reading, Massachusetts
( Furnished engineering consultant services essential for motor vehicle
fleet & specialty vehicle procurement.
( Analyzed & specified vehicle parameters including preparation of
functional/performance/design specifications and formulation of evaluation
requirements.
( Produced technical specifications including chassis, specialty body and
body-chassis interface requirements.
( Reviewed and analyzed proposals and drafted technical documentation
amending submittals.
( Resolved multi-faceted challenges through technical methodologies and
expert vehicle knowledge.
Owner/Manager, 1997-2001 and 2002-present
Self-employed, Kingsville, Maryland
( Self employed in the maintenance, repair and reconditioning of
automotive systems (i.e. computer diagnostics, engines, drive trains,
electrical, brakes, exhaust, body & fender, paint, performance
modifications, welding, etc.).
( Responsible for small business management including scheduling,
budgeting, billing, technical oversight, supervision, shop/equipment
maintenance, and hands-on specialty work.
( Diagnosed and resolved vehicle maintenance requirements exceeding
customer expectations.
( Troubleshooting complex systems and components for failures,
intermittent faults and maintenance related issues.
( Involved in engineering research & development of automotive sub-systems
with intent to obtain a US patent.
Collegiate Education
( Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), University
of Maryland, College Park, Maryland
( Additional courses completed in engineering science and automotive
engineering; Total credits: 178 credits earned
Recent Training
( "Resolving Indoor Air Quality Issues" - American Lung Association
( "Driver Safety Training" - State of Maryland
( "Conflict Resolution Overview" - Harford Community College (Community
and Business Services Division)
( "Dealing with Negativity in the Workplace" - Harford Community College
(Community and Business Services Division)
( "Asbestos Awareness Training" - State of Maryland
( "Green Schools - LEED Certification Overview" - State of Maryland and
LEED
Professional Affiliations
( Maryland Association of Engineers (MAE)
( Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)