Arron Combs
Dickinson,ND
Summary
Experienced with project management, process optimization, and strategic planning. Utilizes analytical thinking and effective communication to enhance organizational performance. Track record of implementing innovative solutions and leading teams to achieve operational success.
Experienced with overseeing comprehensive facilities operations, including maintenance, safety, and compliance. Utilizes strategic planning and resource management to drive operational efficiency. Track record of fostering team collaboration and ensuring seamless facilities management.
Professional with strong technical expertise in nuclear systems and mechanical operations. Skilled in diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of complex machinery. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to meet evolving demands. Reliable and results-driven with commitment to safety and efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
General Contractor
Self-Employed
10.2023 - Current
- Established a reputation for delivering high-quality work consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations.
- Completed projects on time and within budget through meticulous scheduling and coordination of resources.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and consistent followthrough.
Scanalog
Dakota Deadman
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Operations Manager
Sabey Data Center Properties
07.2016 - 10.2021
- Responsible for Management and oversight of Maintenance, Construction, tenant onboarding, Budget, Procurement, Vendor Management, Customer relations, and all aspects of the build-out, fit-out, and expansion for data Center tenants
- Contract management and negotiation for all site vendors
- Direct oversight of the Building engineering team (Local 94) - Chief, Asst Chief, 2 Lead, and 5 Engineers
- Responsible for Construction and Commissioning of new 5MW data center expansion
- Preparation and management of $5M annual operation budget
Energy Manager
Sabey Data Center Properties
07.2016 - 10.2021
- Responsible for tracking energy usage and utility costs for all data centers in the portfolio
- Electrical usage tracking and tenant allocation of utility costs
- Track Review and negotiate energy contracts for sites in Deregulated markets
- Review renewable energy opportunities and evaluate risks/benefits
- Optimized HVAC systems to reduce overall energy consumption.
Facilities Manager
CoreSite
11.2009 - 07.2016
- Responsible for the Physical Security, Construction, Power installation, and Maintenance for CoreSite’s NY and NJ Data Centers
- Scheduling and Contract Management for all site vendors
- Trouble shooting and emergency repairs to HVAC and Electrical Distribution equipment
- Provide oversight for all Power installations and all construction projects
- Budgets preparation, project planning and approval, alarm monitoring, and energy conservation
- Responsible for managing a team of 6 technicians to oversee the Maintenance, Operation, and Construction for 300k sqft of colocation and whole sale datacenter space in the NY and NJ Markets
- Operated 50k sqft of datacenter space in NYC at 100% uptime since 2011 including 7 days without Utility Power during Hurricane Sandy
- Oversaw construction and commissioning of 250k sqft datacenter in NJ since 2013 and have operated at 100% uptime thru 5 major expansion construction projects
Shift Supervisor Operations
Ameren Energy Resources Generation
06.2008 - 11.2009
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of three coal fired boilers
- Assist with planning and managing major outages
- On sight troubleshooting and emergency repairs
- Conduct daily pre/post job briefs and weekly safety meetings
- Procedure and training development and implementation
- Manage off shift maintenance and coal crew employees
- Over see major maintenance and testing
Engineering Technician
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard
03.2008 - 06.2008
- Engineering Technician/Test Director responsible for non-nuclear testing and work controls in the shipyard
- Responsible for preparation of work packages and tag outs as well as direction and oversight of testing
Nuclear Engineering Technician
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Mechanical Engineering Technician responsible for the maintenance, repair, and system testing of all primary and secondary mechanical systems associated with a 688 class Submarine Nuclear Power Plant
- Responsible for preparation of all work packages, controlled work packages, and tag outs for all scheduled maintenance items and subsequent testing
Assistant Quality Assurance (QA) Officer
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Responsible for training and qualification as well as overall management of the QA program
- Review Technical Work Documents (TWD’s) and tag-outs and recommending changes to meet system requirements
- Assist in the planning and sequencing of various system testing and maintenance items requiring an understanding of all ships systems and how they interact with each other
Day shift Quality Assurance Inspector and Testing Supervisor
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Provided oversight for all Machinery Division system testing and direct actions in accordance with an approved TWD
- Responsible for ensuring safe completion as well as reporting any deficiencies and ensuring they are resolved in a timely manner
- Responsible for the final close-out review of TWD’s prior to system certification
- Ensure all system testing is complete and results are with in engineering specifications
- Recommend corrective actions or system certification
- Responsible for the supervision and training of 20 nuclear-trained mechanics in the operation and maintenance of power plant systems and support components during startup, shutdown, normal operations, and system testing
- Oversaw over 150 planned and corrective maintenance actions of propulsion plant associated systems during both operational and major overhaul periods
- Responsible for supervision of propulsion plant equipment and auxiliary systems during daily drill and wartime operations
- Chosen to represent the USS COLUMBIA as Engine Room Supervisor for Operational Reactor Safeguards Examination
- Coordinate and oversee all engineering watch stations during reactor plant operations and provide training to junior personnel on nuclear power plant operations
- Detailed knowledge of 688 class submarine Nuclear, Non-Nuclear and Auxiliary systems
- Recognized on several occasions for ingenuity and personal initiative while under way with limited supplies
- Fabricated parts and special tools according to approved milspecs allowing the ship to complete its mission
- Developed improved methods for completing maintenance items when they could not be completed in accordance with the current maintenance standards
- These procedures were re written and submitted through the chain of command for approval and were made the new standard on board our ship as well as notification to other ships with similar problems
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Code 960 Supervisor
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Code 960 and 970 supervisor for the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard in charge of over 50 personnel in five different shops including the Piping and Temporary systems shops
- Responsible for the manufacture and operation of nuclear systems test equipment
Education
Naval Nuclear Power Program - Mechanical Technician Apprenticeship School, Nuclear Power Fundamentals, Nuclear Prototype Qualification
Goose Creek, SC01.2000
Skills
- Technical Blueprint Reading
- Woodworking Expertise
- Site Operations Oversight
- Surface Finishing Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Operational Management
- Strategic planning and execution
- Maintenance Management
- Disaster Response Strategy
- Customer Engagement
- Problem-solving
- Customer Relationship Management
- Strong Ethical Standards
Training
- Analytical Trouble Shooting, 2008-2009
- Apollo Root Cause Analysis, 2008-2009
- MARC Training (Guidelines for managing union employees), 2008-2009
Timeline
General Contractor
Self-Employed
10.2023 - Current
Scanalog
Dakota Deadman
08.2022 - 10.2023
Operations Manager
Sabey Data Center Properties
07.2016 - 10.2021
Energy Manager
Sabey Data Center Properties
07.2016 - 10.2021
Facilities Manager
CoreSite
11.2009 - 07.2016
Shift Supervisor Operations
Ameren Energy Resources Generation
06.2008 - 11.2009
Engineering Technician
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard
03.2008 - 06.2008
Nuclear Engineering Technician
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008
Assistant Quality Assurance (QA) Officer
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008
Day shift Quality Assurance Inspector and Testing Supervisor
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Code 960 Supervisor
United States Navy
01.2000 - 01.2008