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Director of Facilities

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United States
Posted:
November 11, 2008

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Title: Director of Facilities or Engineering

US

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Gilbert L. Stonebarger

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Henderson,NV 89015

702-***-****

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August 2008 – Present

The Grandview at Las Vegas

• Assistant General Manager for 1200+ unit Time Share Development.

• Coordination of development of new in-house Security Department

• Overall supervision of Engineering, Housekeeping and Security departments

• Overall supervision of entire Resort on weekends and other periods, when General Manager is absent.

October 2007 – August 2008

Wyndham Grand Desert Resort

Las Vegas

• Chief Engineer for a Timeshare / Hotel development,.

• Created new Safety and Risk Programs.

• Reorganization & staffing of Engineering Department.

• Interaction with contractors

• Developed contract specifications for pest control, refuse removal, life safety systems, elevator, kitchen service contracts, etc.

• Designed & implemented preventive maintenance system for three tower 800 room timeshare resort

• Oversee a staff of 45 team members

August 2003 – October, 2007

Hilton Grand Vacations Club - Las Vegas Blvd

Hilton Hotel Corp.

• Chief Engineer for a new high rise Timeshare / Hotel development, directly on the Las Vegas Strip.

• Created all Safety and Risk Programs.

• Setup, organization & staffing of New Engineering Department.

• Interaction with construction contractors, developer, state government staff and Fire Marshall, during pre-opening and subsequent expansions.

• Developed contract specifications for pest control, refuse removal, life safety systems, elevator, kitchen service contracts, etc.

• Designed & implemented preventive maintenance systems, for the initial 27 story Phase One Tower, Central Plant and subsequent expansions.

• Recently opened Phase Two, which included expansions to the pool facilities, fitness center, Deli and the opening of a new 40 story Guest Tower.

• Spent 6 weeks at a sister property in Florida, overseeing Engineering operations and reorganizing the Engineering Dept.

• Implemental in the design and floor plans of Tower 2, forthcoming Parking garage and Tower 3.

• Oversee a staff of 23 team members.

April 2002- August 2003

Stonewall Resort at Stonewall Jackson State Park

Benchmark Hospitality

• Director of Property Operations for a new Lodge / Resort development, within an existing State Park.

• Responsible for creation of Safety & Risk Programs.

• Initial setup and organization of Resort Engineering Department, to include assumption of all State Park facility maintenance.

• Interaction with construction contractors, developer, state government staff and Fire Marshall.

• Worked directly with developer and visited State Capitol

to meet State Fire Marshal. Partially responsible for obtaining permission for project to be completed.

• Developed contract specifications for pest control, refuse removal, life safety systems, elevator, kitchen service contracts, etc. Maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pool and preventive maintenance systems, for entire Park and Resort facilities.

• Oversight of all warranty issues and continuing

development within the Lodge, Cabins, Marina, Golf Pro Shop and Campground.

• Chairman of the Risk Control Committee

March 1995 - April 2002

Hilton Hotels Corporation – Numerous below

Embassy Suites & DoubleTree Guest Suites - Boca Raton

• Chief Engineer - Dual Properties - 447 suites total

• Maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pool and preventive maintenance systems.

• Prepared and presented Capital Analysis that resulted in approval, by the ownership, of $250,000 in additional Capital funds in 2001

• Supervisory duties include management of two separate

Capital and Operating Budget’s, payroll, training, supplies

inventory & purchasing, hiring & terminations for the hotels.

Embassy Vacation Resort - Myrtle Beach, S.C. (now Sheraton)

• Chief Engineer for a new timeshare development.

• Created Safety and Risk Programs.

• Setup and organization of Engineering Department.

• Interaction with construction contractors and sole generator of punch lists to prepare buildings for occupancy.

• Developed contract specifications for pest control, refuse removal, lake treatment and landscaping service contracts.

• Successfully opened 8 successive guest buildings, while property was in full operation.

• Developed Capital and Operating Budgets

• Chairman of the Risk Control Committee.

• Ordered all Housekeeping supplies and assist with housekeeping department supervision, due to that function being out sourced.

Embassy Suites - St. Louis Airport

• Chief Engineer Responsible for administration and operation of the engineering department for a 159 suite, full service hotel.

• Maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pool and preventive maintenance systems.

• Capital and Operating Budget development and control, payroll, training, supplies inventory and purchasing, hiring and terminations.

• Chairman of the Risk Control Committee.

• Manager of the Year 1996

July 1992 to March 1995:

Kirkwood/Webster Groves YMCA

• Building Manager responsible for administration and operation of maintenance and housekeeping activities, for two YMCA branches.

• Supervision of a staff of 13 in Maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pool and preventive maintenance systems including supervision of housekeeping operations at both facilities.

• Undertook major renovations of several areas of the facility with in-house staff.

• Supervisory duties include: payroll, budget development and control, training, supply inventory and purchasing along with hiring and termination of maintenance staff.

• Member of Facilities Committee

• Member of Building Managers Cabinet

• Member of Housekeeping Bid Review Committee

November 1990 to July 1992

Powder Valley Nature Center

• Building and Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

responsible for initial setup of maintenance and housekeeping departments for a new state owned facility.

• Duties included setup of purchasing and service contracts, hiring and training of new staff as well as development of routine maintenance and cleaning activities for interior and exterior areas.

• Maintained and repaired electrical, plumbing, HVAC and sewage plant systems.

• Maintained, constructed and repaired display case and electronic exhibits as well as routine daily cleaning of all areas of the facility.

• Grounds responsibilities included ornamental and native planting and maintenance of hiking trails and common areas as well as forestry activities.

January 1987 to November 1990

Marriott Hotel Corporation

Residence Inn by Marriott-Westport

• Chief Engineer responsible for building and grounds maintenance of a 136 suite extended stay hotel.

• Supervised staff of four in daily and scheduled room turnarounds after guest departure.

• Administrative duties included development and control of department budget, inventory, purchasing of supplies, hiring, training, staff performance reviews and development

• Implemented preventative maintenance program.

Residence Inn by Marriott-Chesterfield

Suite Care Mechanic, Assistant Chief Engineer, Chief Engineer

• Duties began with basic maintenance and repair to suites in 104 room extended stay hotel. This included repairs and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, HVAC and Appliance repair as well as carpentry and painting.

• I was promoted to Chief Engineer on April 1987.

SCHOOLS AND TRAINING COURSES

Machinist Mate "A" School (Steam Plant Maintenance) - US NAVY

Nuclear Power School - US NAVY

OSHA Training:

Blood Borne Pathogens

Right to Know

Lockout/Tagout Procedures

ADA Compliance

Proficient in Excel,Word

CERTIFICATIONS, PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND AWARDS

Certified Engineering Operations Executive - American Hotel & Lodging Assoc.

EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification

Certified Pool Operator - National Swimming Pool Foundation

Good Conduct Award - US NAVY

Residence Inn Westport Employee of The Year - 1989

Embassy Suites - St. Louis Airport - Manager of The Year - 1996

CPR & AED Certified

Date Available: 2-4 weeks

Education: Hospitality Diploma/Degree

Special Skills: Opening Experience, Multi unit management exp.

Languages Spoken: English

Relocate To: Southeast US



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