ADAM HEIL
Spokane,WA
Summary
Experienced maintenance professional with a background in facilities maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical systems, and electrical troubleshooting. Skilled in maintaining and repairing critical building systems in industrial and healthcare environments. Seeking to apply my technical expertise in facilities engineering and building operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Maintenance Engineer / Plant Engineer
Northern Nevada Medical Center
Sparks, NV
12.2024 - Current
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems throughout the facility.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment to ensure reliable operation of critical hospital infrastructure.
- Conduct routine inspections of building systems and respond promptly to maintenance requests, equipment failures, and emergency service calls.
- Maintain and repair domestic water systems, sanitary sewer systems, fixtures, valves, pumps, and related plumbing infrastructure throughout the medical facility.
- Diagnose and repair electrical systems, lighting, controls, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and low-voltage equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document inspections, repairs, and work orders.
- Assist with compliance requirements involving Joint Commission standards, NFPA regulations, life safety systems, and healthcare facility maintenance procedures.
- Support operation and maintenance of HVAC equipment, including air handlers, exhaust systems, boilers, chillers, and environmental control systems.
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, nursing staff, and facility leadership to complete maintenance and construction projects safely and efficiently.
- Utilize plumbing, electrical, welding, fabrication, and mechanical troubleshooting skills to perform repairs and facility improvements.
- Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, infection control, lockout/tagout, and hospital safety procedures while working in occupied patient care environments.
- Participate in on-call and emergency response activities to maintain continuous operation of critical hospital systems.
Facilities Maintenance Technician III
Tesla Gigafactory
Reno, NV
08.2019 - 02.2024
- Performed routine and emergency maintenance on HVAC systems, plumbing, and mechanical equipment throughout the facility.
- Diagnosed and repaired equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime and maintaining production efficiency.
- Managed preventative maintenance schedules, ensuring systems operated at peak performance.
- Collaborated with facilities teams to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and improve equipment reliability.
- Conducted inspections of plumbing and mechanical systems, identifying and correcting potential failures before they became critical.
- Assisted with facility upgrades and large-scale projects that improved safety, energy efficiency, and productivity.
- Maintained detailed maintenance records and ensured compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Production Associate
Scougal Rubber Corporation
Reno, NV
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Operated and maintained production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Performed quality inspections and troubleshooting to ensure products met company standards.
- Assisted with equipment setup, calibration, and maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with production teams to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA safety requirements and company procedures.
- Supported implementation of lean manufacturing practices and process improvements.
Plumber
Ira Hansen and Sons Plumbing
Reno, NV
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Installed, repaired, and maintained residential and commercial plumbing systems.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues and provided effective, cost-efficient solutions.
- Ensured all work met applicable building codes and safety regulations.
- Installed water heaters, pumps, fixtures, and piping systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance to reduce failures and costly repairs.
- Responded to emergency service calls and completed repairs efficiently.
Package Sorter
UPS
Reno, NV
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Sorted and processed packages accurately according to destination requirements.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Operated package handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintained productivity standards while adhering to company safety policies.
- Ensured a clean and organized work area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spanish Springs High School
01-2005
Skills
- Facilities & Mechanical Systems
- Facilities Maintenance
- Preventative & Predictive Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Pumps, Motors & Bearings
- Boilers & Hydronic Systems
- Welding & Fabrication
- CMMS Work Order Systems
- Plumbing
- Commercial Plumbing
- Residential Plumbing
- Water Distribution Systems
- Drain & Waste Systems
- Fixture Installation & Repair
- Pipe Repair & Maintenance
- HVAC
- HVAC Troubleshooting
- Air Handlers
- Exhaust Systems
- Chillers
- Boilers
- Environmental Controls
- Electrical
- Low-Voltage Electrical Systems
- High-Voltage Awareness
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Motors & Controls
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
- Safety & Compliance
- OSHA Safety Standards
- NFPA 70E
- Lockout / Tagout (LOTO)
- Joint Commission Awareness
- Life Safety Systems
- Infection Control Procedures
- Regulatory Compliance
- Professional Skills
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Project Support
- Preventative Maintenance Planning
- Emergency Response
- Documentation & Record Keeping
Certification
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certification
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (if applicable)
- HVAC Certification (if applicable)
Timeline
Facilities Maintenance Engineer / Plant Engineer
Northern Nevada Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Facilities Maintenance Technician III
Tesla Gigafactory
08.2019 - 02.2024
Production Associate
Scougal Rubber Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2019
Plumber
Ira Hansen and Sons Plumbing
01.2011 - 01.2014
Package Sorter
UPS
01.2006 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Spanish Springs High School