Gavin McGaha
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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