Facilities Operations Leader with 15+ Years Experience

Joshua Guiliano

Professional Summary

Knowledgeable and dedicated Facilities Supervisor/Manager with 15+ years of experience leading teams, managing budgets, and overseeing large-scale building and equipment maintenance. Skilled in industrial operations, preventive maintenance planning, project coordination, and cross-department leadership. Known for improving workflow efficiency, reducing downtime, and supporting manufacturing and distribution environments with dependable operations management. Strong communicator with experience supervising large teams in high-pressure and highly regulated environments.

Work Experience

Industrial Manager

CAL PIA – Fabric CCI Facility E Avenal, CA

September 2024 – September 2025

Supervised and trained 30 inmates in a metal fabrication shop, overseeing daily workflows, productivity, and safety compliance.

Led shipping and receiving operations ensuring timely and accurate outbound product delivery.

Conducted daily safety and productivity meetings and monthly facility-wide safety briefings.

Logged payroll, work hours, rehabilitation milestones, and production reports.

Collaborated with counterparts to help manage operational oversight for ~200 inmates, ensuring smooth day-to-day facility operations.

Demonstrated calm, effective leadership in high-pressure environments.

Facilities Manager II / Production Manager

Jacuzzi Group – Glendale, AZ

November 2021 – August 2024 (Laid Off)

Oversaw equipment installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across manufacturing, production, and distribution operations.

Managed and developed a team of 16+ technicians and production employees.

Ensured minimal downtime by coordinating preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.

Acted as primary liaison between maintenance, management, and facility employees, streamlining communication and workflow priorities.

Reduced operational costs by sourcing lower-cost parts and materials without sacrificing quality.

Facilities Assistant Manager

Jacuzzi Group – Glendale, AZ

November 2021 – February 2023

Improved team skill levels through targeted training on equipment operation and maintenance.

Implemented preventive maintenance systems and streamlined work order processes to improve efficiency.

Maintained detailed maintenance records and audit-compliant documentation.

Ensured OSHA and regulatory compliance through updated protocols and facility safety improvements.

Developed safety procedures that reduced workplace accidents and increased employee satisfaction.

Contractor / Construction Technician

Giuliano Construction – Providence, RI

February 2012 – October 2021

Managed construction projects from planning through completion, maintaining timelines and budgets.

Conducted job-site inspections to ensure safety compliance and workmanship quality.

Coordinated subcontractors, materials, and deliveries for efficient workflow.

Prepared detailed proposals for project bids, helping secure new business.

Recognized for high-quality craftsmanship and strong client communication.

Maintenance Technician

Hansel’s Homemade Ice Cream San Francisco, CA

January 2001 – October 2021

Performed comprehensive maintenance on all ice cream production equipment, including batch freezers, dipping cabinets, refrigeration systems, walk-in coolers, and mixers.

Conducted daily inspections to identify potential equipment issues early, reducing unexpected breakdowns and improving production reliability.

Troubleshot and repaired electrical components, motors, belts, pumps, sensors, and control panels to maintain peak equipment performance.

Maintained all refrigeration systems by monitoring temperatures, checking refrigerant levels, replacing seals, and repairing compressors as needed.

Implemented preventive maintenance schedules that extended equipment lifespan and reduced repair costs.

Ensured compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements, including proper lockout/tagout procedures.

Assisted in installing new machines, upgrading outdated equipment, and wiring new electrical connections for production areas.

Coordinated with vendors to source replacement parts, schedule warranty repairs, and evaluate new equipment solutions.

Performed general building maintenance including plumbing repairs, minor carpentry, painting, lighting installation, and floor upkeep.

Kept detailed maintenance logs, service records, and refrigeration temperature logs to ensure compliance with state safety and food service regulations.

Supported daily shop operations by ensuring equipment was safe, clean, and ready for production each day.

Education

High School Diploma

Trinity Academy – Johnston, RI

June 2004

Certifications & Licenses

CIRO

Associate in Reinsurance (ARe)

Forklift Certification

Class D License

Key Skills

Facilities & Maintenance

Preventive Maintenance (PM)

Facilities Management

CMMS (Maintenance Connection, SAP, NetSuite, Workday)

HVAC, Electrical Systems, Plumbing & Mechanical Repair

Building Interior/Exterior Maintenance

Conveyor Systems, Industrial Equipment, CNC, Motors

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

LOTO, OSHA Compliance, GMP/CGMP, EPA Regulations

Leadership & Operations

Team Leadership & Development

Facility & Production Scheduling

Budgeting & Resource Allocation

Safety Management (manufacturing & construction)

Vendor Management & Negotiation

Project Management (Primavera, MS Project)

Employee Training, Evaluation & Retention

High-Pressure Environment Leadership

Manufacturing & Industrial

Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

Production Management & Planning

Quality Control & Inspection

Logistics, Shipping & Receiving

Supply Chain & Inventory Management

Equipment Installation, Repair, & Commissioning

Metal Fabrication, Machining, Sheet Metal

Technical & Software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

ERP: SAP, Dynamics GP, Dynamics 365

CRM, ProCore, PeopleSoft

CAD, Visio

Data Analysis, Power BI

Industrial Equipment & Freezing Systems

Tetra Pak continuous freezers

Nitrogen freezing tunnels

Refrigeration systems (compressors, evaporators, condensers)

Electrical & Controls

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Motor starters

PLCs (basic troubleshooting, sensor/relay diagnostics, input/output tracing)

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