Alejandro Guzman
Odenton,MD
Summary
Experienced engineer with over 6 years of experience in the maintenance industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and maximizing overall operational performance and minimizing cost.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Building Engineer
Carr Properties
Arlington, VA
03.2022 - Current
- Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
- Assessed scope and requirements to assist with project design determinations.
- Received and prioritized service requests to optimize resources.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance program covering systems.
- Monitored energy use and developed plans to control costs.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Interpreted mechanical, electrical blueprints and schematics to perform installations or repairs.
- Surveyed and tracked mechanical, plumbing and electrical equipment to enhance service quality and comply with preventive maintenance plans.
- Liaised with vendor to coordinate quarterly fire alarm testing and maintenance.
- Maintained computerized or manual equipment logs to detail preventive work.
- Spearheaded energy management program to drive performance and minimize operating costs.
- Conveyed thoughts and recommendations to supervisors, contractors and other stakeholders to resolve building-related problems.
- Organized and prioritized competing priorities to maximize personal and team productivity.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and summoned additional assistance to mitigate potentially hazardous situations.
- Performed preventive maintenance and corrective repair to maintain buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
Operating Engineer
Jones Lang Lasalle Inc.
Washington, DC
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Performed minor wall repair to maintain walls, including installing drywall and repairing and applying wallpaper
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules
- Used power and hand tools to complete repairs to building systems
- Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment, minimizing downtime
- Finalized work on building systems by completing basic carpentry and other finish work
- Performed locksmith tasks by installing new locks, door handles and door closers
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality
- Inspected systems in use to detect problems, complete maintenance and recommend solutions
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment
- Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventative maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime
- Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season
- Inspected structures, machinery, and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern
- Informed supervisors when machines needed major service
- Assist with or conduct the daily operations and maintenance of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and general maintenance requirements for the buildings
Roving Retail Engineer
Washington Real Estate Investment Trust
Washington, DC
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Work with property managers to resolve tenant problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service
- Managed third-party vendors during repairs including waterproofing, electrical, HVAC, roofing
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery
- Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair and hvac repair and p/m
- Maintained positive relationships with all tenants
- Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
- made electrical, plumbing, hvac repairs
Sprinkler Fitter
Chesapeake Protection Services
Odenton, MD
04.2015 - 02.2018
- Tested existing fire suppression systems for faults
- Installed sprinkler systems into new and existing buildings
- Followed installation design plan to complete accurate work
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws and burning torches
- Provided outstanding customer service
- Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
- Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects
Facilities Supervisor
CRS Facility Services
Alexandria, VA
08.2009 - 03.2014
- Worked within budget guidelines to accomplish routine repairs, maintenance and special projects
- Provided guidance for janitorial staff and event plans
- Assessed employee work and find ways to improve
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs
- Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications
Education
GED - undefined
Southeastern High School
Hyattsville, MD2012
Skills
- Engineering abilities
- Maintenance of engineering systems
- Safety engineering
- Retail Operations Management
- Storm water management
- Interior equipment installation
- Industry safety equipment
- HVAC experience
- Plumbing
- Life safety systems
- Self-motivated
- Project management skills
- Works well independently
- Boiler
Certification
Principles of Electricity.
Hvac1.
Siemens insight into apogee
Low pressure boilers.
Hi pressure boilers
Universal CFC License.
M.D. grade 3 Stationary license.
D.c. grade 3 steam engineer license.
N.U.I.L.P.E . 4th class License.
Timeline
Lead Building Engineer
Carr Properties
03.2022 - Current
Operating Engineer
Jones Lang Lasalle Inc.
08.2019 - 03.2022
Roving Retail Engineer
Washington Real Estate Investment Trust
02.2018 - 08.2019
Sprinkler Fitter
Chesapeake Protection Services
04.2015 - 02.2018
Facilities Supervisor
CRS Facility Services
08.2009 - 03.2014
GED - undefined
Southeastern High School