Pete Diaz
Live Oak, TX *****
*******@*****.***
Result-oriented skilled project manager with 40 years experience in multiple phases of the building Construction field.
Adept at leveraging these skills in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration to deliver projects on time and under budget.
Work Experience
Facilities Technician 2 1/2 yrs. Interim Facilities Lead 6 Months. IKEA 570 - Live Oak, TX
December 2018 to November 2021
• Managed the Facilities team (as interim facilities lead) issuing scheduled CAFM's and addressed daily emergencies with a sense of urgency and, carried out in a safe and secure manner as a team.
• Performed scheduled maintenance of electrical/lighting, plumbing and HVAC systems, scissor lifts, vertical and horizontal
Bailers.
• Carried out building updates such as custom carpentry and room set remodels in co-ordination with com-in to the specifications of IKEA designs and OSHA safety standards.
• Evaluated systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficiencies.
• Coordinated with Risk and compliance department to address quality issues, vendor qualifications and assessments.
• Organized and maintained inventory of parts and equipment consumables in a environmentally sustainable way.
• Sourced and obtained multiple quotes for parts and supplies per purchasing requirements.
• Drove compliance with regulations, building codes and health and safety standards.
• Worked quickly on emergency requests in order to minimize disruptions to operations.
• Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
• Managed housekeeping vendor and, ordered supplies to accomplish a safe clean environment for customers and co- workers.
• Tracked usage and demand to maintain proper levels of cleaning supplies.
• Repaired plumbing and store assets/equipment to keep operations running safe and at optimal efficiency.
• Completed daily (CAFM's) internal and managed external PM's as well as diagnostic procedures to diagnose problems with fire safety equipment systems and generator test.
• Scheduled external contractors for large projects outside of internal resources.
• Facilitated with RC and FM as interim Facilitie lead during and after Covid-19 shutdown in accordance with IKEA’S strict shutdown procedures as well as preparation of store reopening to a safe and healthy environment.
Owner Operator, Construction Commercial & Residential Remodeling. Diaz Home Improvement SVC.
May 1993 to October 2015
● Led a team of approximately 8 Subcontractors, including two lead carpenters.
● Supported Commercial & home building remodel projects and design consultation.
● Excellent skills acquired over 40 yrs include but not limited to; Sheet metal work, all levels of carpentry, Painting (HVLP),
Appliance restoration, Airless Painting, Door and hardware, Advanced Porcelain & Ceramic tile installation as well as
Flooring and substrates, Moderate knowledge in Electrical and Plumbing repairs, Prototype Building for my personal patent endeavors.
Education
Oliver Wendell Holmes High School
1983
Skills
• Novar Energy Management Systems
• HVAC knowledge experience
• Solar Energy conservation strategies
• Commercial building carpentry
• Electrical applications
• Plumbing
• Painting and drywall
• OSHA Safety standards
• First Aid/CPR
• Generator and fire systems
• Supervision
• Teamwork
• Tile Laying
• Handyman
• Remodeling
• Facilities Management
Certifications and Licenses
First Aid Certification
Assessments
Basic maintenance and repair — Highly Proficient
December 2021
Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities
Full results: Highly Proficient
Basic mechanical knowledge — Expert
December 2021
Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes Full results: Expert
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