ANDRES SANDATE
EL PASO
Summary
Dependable Facilities Assistant with strong background working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize site maintenance and operational efficiency. Supports high standards of maintenance, security and customer service. Diligent and resourceful in solutions development, assisting in repairs and process improvements.
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Committed to ensuring customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and unmatched support. Proficient in utilizing customer service best practices and adept at exploring different solutions to address customer needs effectively.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Attendant
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
03.2020 - 07.2025
- Maintained inventory and submitted written requests for supplies to keep stock levels even.
- Implemented preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to optimize safety and operational quality.
- Performed routine and comprehensive custodial maintenance of assigned facilities in alignment with specifications.
- Monitored expenditures and recommended vendor changes to eliminate issues.
- Contacted trade-specific companies for equipment and building repair quotes.
- Monitored guests and enforced rules, maintaining safety for visitors and staff.
- Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.
- Built and established positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors.
- Latched safety gate after guests entered and exited to avoid unauthorized access to attraction area.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR
NAZARETH LIVING CARE CENTER
08.2017 - 02.2019
- ENVIROMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR IN 74 BED NURSING FACILITY WITH ALL MAINTENANCE/LAUNDRY/HOUSEKEEPING/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY NEEDS; MANAGED ALL REFERRALS FOR PREVENTATIVE AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE; HVAC/ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING/SAFETY OFFICER
- Delegated assignments and verified work quality and completion according to facility and regulatory standards.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ASSISTANT
MOUNTAIN VIEW HEALTH & REHAB
12.2014 - 07.2017
- ASSISTED ENVIROMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR IN 180 BED NURSING FACILITY WITH ALL MAINTENANCE/LAUNDRY/HOUSEKEEPING NEEDS; MANAGED ALL REFERRALS FOR PREVENTATIVE AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE AS WELL AS ASSIST IN SUPERVISING HOUSEKEEPERS, LAUNDERS AND CONTRACTED EMPLOYEES; HVAC/ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING SAFETY OFFICER
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Documented and reported necessary facility and building repairs observed.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
- Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.
- Moved chairs, desks, and beds around rooms to clean behind and underneath furniture.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Cleaned elevators, glass, and planters in public areas.
- Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations, and transporting supplies.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
AIRLINE RAMP AGENT
GAT
07.2010 - 06.2013
- ASSISTED IN MARSHALLING AIRCRAFTS; LOADING & UNLOADING AS WELL AS SORTING BAGGAGE AND ENSURE HANDLING ALL ITEMS WITH CARE; SERVICE AIRCRAFT WHEN NECESSARY; OPERATION OF AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT
- Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over 4 daily flights.
- Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
- Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
- Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
- Stocked aircraft cabins with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
- Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.
- Communicated closely with ground crew, flight crew, and tow person via headset radio to maintain loading and unloading safety and efficiency.
- Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
- Deiced aircraft before takeoff for safety during inclement weather.
- Tracked flight schedules to promote on-time landings and avoid loading delays.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
RAMP SUPERVISOR
PRIME FLIGHT AVIATION
01.2005 - 01.2012
- MANAGED 5 EMPLOYEES AND THE COMPLETION OF THEIR WORK; ENSURE ALL CONTROL OF OPERATIONS ON FLIGHT RAMP; MAINTAIN ALL SERVICE AND SECURITY OF RAMP; VERIFY RAMP MEETS ALL SAFETY MEASURES AND MEETS REGULATORY STANDARDS; ENSURE ALL DOCUMENTATION IS SUBMITTED BY COMPANY PROTOCOL
- Evaluated performance, set schedules and coached ramp agents on work areas.
- Kept crew in line with airport, OSHA, TSA, FAA, and other applicable regulations.
- Completed aircraft reset functions, such as cabin service, refueling, and cargo actions to meet departure schedules.
- Maintained documentation, completed shift paperwork, and submitted information for team payroll.
- Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over 4 daily flights.
- Maximized use of space with proper distribution of cargo in available bays.
- Enforced safety standards with crew and handlers, minimizing risks to personnel, equipment and cargo.
- Maintained compliance with airport and airline policies and baggage weight restrictions to protect passengers, crew, cargo and aircraft.
- Supervised day-to-day operations of busy aircraft cargo handling facility.
- Inspected cargo handling equipment regularly to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
- Managed team of cargo handlers with focus on maximum productivity and performance.
- Directed personnel to properly stage baggage and execute safe and accurate loading and unloading of cargo.
- Utilized optimum practices for safe, timely loading and unloading of aircraft cargo.
- Trained new employees in areas such as safety procedures or equipment operation.
- Optimized space usage when loading cargo and baggage into aircraft compartments.
- Maintained operational compliance with aviation safety regulations and good practices.
- Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
- Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
- Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
- Stocked aircraft cabins with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
- Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.
- Communicated closely with ground crew, flight crew, and tow person via headset radio to maintain loading and unloading safety and efficiency.
- Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
- Deiced aircraft before takeoff for safety during inclement weather.
- Tracked flight schedules to promote on-time landings and avoid loading delays.
PHOTO SPECIALIST
WALGREENS
08.2003 - 07.2005
- MANAGED PHOTO DEPARTMENT IN TAKING COSTUMER PHOTO ORDERS DOCUMENTING AND FINISHING THEM IN A TIMELY MANNER; COSTUMER SERVICE; MONEY HANDLING; RESTOCKING INVENTORY
- Accepted and completed in-person and online orders for photographs and photo merchandise.
- Updated tags, displays and signage for special promotions.
- Performed opening and closing procedures to keep operations running smoothly.
- Managed escalated customer orders to meet aggressive deadlines and special orders.
- Examined developed prints to determine defects such as broken lines, spots or blurs.
- Assessed customer needs and examined order contents to identify processing requirements and timelines.
- Maintained chemical levels and solution integrity for automatic processors and hand development systems.
- Operated photo department cash register to scan items and process checks and credit card transactions.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
Education
Associate of Science - HEATING VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING
EL PASO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
11.2025
Skills
- Waste disposal
- Administrative tasks
- Pool maintenance
- Security monitoring
- Electrical troubleshooting
- HVAC systems
- Building maintenance
- Pest control
- Plumbing repairs
- Maintenance
- Cleaning techniques
- Problem-solving abilities
- Equipment operation
- Task prioritization
- Preventive Maintenance
- Adaptability
- Crisis management
- Self motivation
- Professional demeanor
- Strong work ethic
- Physical stamina
- Teamwork
- Flexibility
- Safety monitoring
- Physical strength
- Crowd management
- Safety inspections
- Emergency evacuation
- Cash handling
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved work orders which led to guest satisfaction.
Certification
- HVAC Certified
Languages
English
Timeline
Facility Attendant
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
03.2020 - 07.2025
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR
NAZARETH LIVING CARE CENTER
08.2017 - 02.2019
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ASSISTANT
MOUNTAIN VIEW HEALTH & REHAB
12.2014 - 07.2017
AIRLINE RAMP AGENT
GAT
07.2010 - 06.2013
RAMP SUPERVISOR
PRIME FLIGHT AVIATION
01.2005 - 01.2012
PHOTO SPECIALIST
WALGREENS
08.2003 - 07.2005
Associate of Science - HEATING VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING
EL PASO COMMUNITY COLLEGE