Armand Vidal
Zephyrhills,FL
Summary
Provide details skills to enhance an organization within an innovative environment offering opportunities that include upward mobility, stability, and the ability to grow with the ever-changing environments in the industry. Articulate when dealing with management, peers, and a very diverse clientele.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Supervisor for all of Tampa Bay & Orlando Region
Prof Facilities & Maintenance
- 08.2024
- Sight Surveys for Repair Such as Ceiling Tiles and Grids (Secure and Resecure Main Grid Runs) Install new floor tiles in the kitchen overnight, install new FRP wall paneling in Kitchen areas Install new Foot Locks for front and back entry safety, rebuild wall Structure in certain areas of the Restaurants due to old age or water damage, Re-stain existing wood such as Front Door, Booths, and wall paneling’s, install new Light Fixtures and Hanging Flatscreen TV's. Hot Boxes for Publix online orders Survey repair request for Quotes, Concrete Pavers, Landscape lighting, Re-grout tiles in Back of house Rip out and Install new Carpet Squares, Epoxy grout, Safety Bollard and sign post install, Stainless Steel 4x8 install for BOH Columns tone install and repair Interior and Exterior Paint. Sheet Rock Repair/Install U channels sign post installed with signs Install new Stainless Steel swing doors and frames to spec Power wash public sidewalk & Exterior of the building. For leading companies for Outback, Carrabba’s, Bonefish, Red Lobster, Five Guys, Publix, Grow Financial Bank, Together Credit Union Bank, First Watch, Flemings, Fords Garage, Panera Bread, Asper Dental, Ulta Beauty, Ross, 5 Below, Florida Cancer Specialist, Selec Physical Therapy, Sun Glass Hut, Michaels, Aldi, Octa Pharma Plasma, Pep Boys, Oreilles Autoparts, Florida Cancer Specialist Medical Research Facilities, Krispy Kream
Assistant Chief Maintenance Engineer
Embassy Suites Brandon/Tampa FL
11.2014 - 05.2019
- Oversee the maintenance of 147 Rooms. Responsible for the daily readings of gas, water, boilers pool, and sauna meters. Daily room calls and PMs (Preventative Maintenance) on a scheduled Regimen. Saflok System installs and repairs, painting, caulking, tile work, plumbing, electrical, and ballast changing. A/C Filter changes, daily reading of RTU units and Quarterly RTU filter changes. Troubleshoot elevator, woodwork finishing, irrigation, pool cleaning, and pool filter changing. Responsible for all Major/Minor repairs around hotel facility including Kitchen and Laundry Room Unimac Washer/Dryer Systems, carpet repair, flat-screen TV repair, and installations. Familiarized with the METS Program (Maintenance Emergency and Technical Services) with proper zones to be assigned and carried out daily. Assigned to Special Projects, Commercial area repairs, Equipment PMs and repairs, budgeting, schedule planning, and the monthly Hotel staff Fire drill training.
Temp Maintenance Supervisor
Hill Top Research Saint Petersburg FL
03.2012 - 02.2013
- Working side by side with outside vendors with strong attention to detail and warehouse Organization. Responsible for replacing HVAC filters, checking fan belts and overflow pumps as scheduled for each location. Installation of ceramic & ceiling tiles, sheetrock, and painting. Plumbing, tapering, carpentry, roofing, carpet installation, and the repair and replacement of electric fence motors/switches
Surveyor/Inspector
Davaco, INC Dallas TX
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Duties are to inspect McDonald Corp Restaurants around the country and the world inspecting their parking lot light poles, sign poles, flags, and gateways checking for corrosion, missing or bent bolts, defective or worn foundations, checking roof rafters for leaks, corrosion, weak/loose nuts, and bolts. Report issues from our assigned work phones with all survey questions to be answered and sent to McDonald’s Corp Engineers and Davaco.
District Facilities Supervisor
LA Fitness Clubs Tampa FL
01.2006 - 08.2010
- In charge of overseeing 10 fitness clubs along with 3 warehouses equipped with barcode equipment and the management of up to 65 employees. Responsible for the shipping/receiving and setup of new equipment to facilities. Kept inventory of all equipment that was used in several locations. Responsible for the hiring and terminating of employees. Processed payroll, placed purchase requisitions for supplies needed, prepared schedules, and worked with vendors/contractors on warranty issues. Responsible for the upkeep of the club’s interior/exterior including light fixtures, plumbing, installing cable lines for all treadmills, elliptical cable TV, installation of ceramic & ceiling tiles, sheetrock, tapering, carpentry, bi-monthly carpet cleaning, and painting as
- Replacing HVAC filters and checking fan belts as scheduled in each location. Maintained racquetball courts properly circulated and wood floors buffed before tournaments. Traveled to clubs in other states such as NY, NJ, TX, CT, RI, CA and various clubs in Florida as needed. Ensured the pool temperature and chemicals were properly set.
Area Facilities Manager
Lifestyle Family Fitness – Saint Petersburg FL
05.2003 - 01.2006
- Responsible for overseeing and scheduling of area facilities technicians for the Hillsborough and Manatee County areas. Supervised up to 11 facilities while overseeing all equipment maintenance and repair. Processed purchase requisitions for all necessary parts/equipment. Scheduled all facilities maintenance with various contractors. Kept record of and generated reports for equipment repair, expense & mileage. Responsible for non-exempt employees’ payroll and mileage compensation reports.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Pinellas Park Senior High
Largo, FL01.1986
Skills
- Sunbelt Certified Forklift driver, Boom truck operator, Scissor lift operator A basic understanding of Microsoft Office Word and Excel Scuba Certified since 1999
- Bathroom Fixtures, Garage Floor Sealer, Carpentry, Molding & Trim, Plastering/Stucco, Interior and Exterior Doors, Electrical, Garage Storage Installation, Window Pane Repair, Kitchen Cabinetry, Storm Doors, Patio Doors, Pet Exit and Entryway, Power washing, Plumbing, Painting/Staining, Outdoor Flooring, Framing, Sheet Rock, Gutter Installation, Stripping and waxing floors, Sanding and Sealing Wood flooring, and HVAC Units FRP Walls, Ceiling Tiles and Grid Installs
Language
Fluent in English and Spanish
Awards
Accomplishment Certificate of completion leadership Development Program. May 2017, Associate of the Quarter and Employee of the Month October 2015 & May 2017, Mohawk Wood Repair and Finishing Certification April 2016 & 2018
Timeline
Assistant Chief Maintenance Engineer
Embassy Suites Brandon/Tampa FL
11.2014 - 05.2019
Temp Maintenance Supervisor
Hill Top Research Saint Petersburg FL
03.2012 - 02.2013
Surveyor/Inspector
Davaco, INC Dallas TX
08.2010 - 05.2011
District Facilities Supervisor
LA Fitness Clubs Tampa FL
01.2006 - 08.2010
Area Facilities Manager
Lifestyle Family Fitness – Saint Petersburg FL
05.2003 - 01.2006
Field Supervisor for all of Tampa Bay & Orlando Region
Prof Facilities & Maintenance
- 08.2024
Diploma - General Studies
Pinellas Park Senior High