Blake Inlow
Marion,IA
Summary
Performance-driven HVAC Building Engineer with over 20 years of experience overseeing a wide range of facility maintenance operations. Expert in multi-site maintenance, budgeting, and team leadership within high-stakes environments like healthcare and telecommunications. Proven track record of managing large-scale assets and high-revenue departments while maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards. I strive for excellence in peer relations and customer service culture.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mobile HVAC Engineer & Facilities Technician
CBRE
Cedar Rapids, IA
01.2017 - Current
- Responsible for all maintenance and HVAC operations for 66 T-Mobile locations, ensuring maximum uptime and facility integrity.
- Responsible for all maintenance and HVAC operations for 9 FedEx locations, ensuring maximum uptime and facility integrity.
- Healthcare Specialization: Managed critical facility needs for HonorHealth and Phoenix Children’s Hospital, strictly adhering to ICRA and infection control protocols.
- Perform comprehensive annual, quarterly, and monthly preventive maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Supervise external crews for large-scale projects, including exterior painting and structural repairs.
- Utilize Service Channel and SI-7 Mainstream CMMS to track work orders, manage stock, and optimize facility performance.
Home Maintenance & Renovations
SELF EMPLOYED
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed all aspects of residential remodeling and repair, focusing on project budgeting and client satisfaction.
Department Supervisor
HOME DEPOT
Phoenix, AZ
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Managed an annual revenue budget exceeding $6M, consistently meeting targets through strategic inventory and markdown management.
- Led a diverse team, responsible for hiring, training, performance reviews, and labor scheduling.
- Monitored KPIs for sales and turnover while managing weekly ad sets and store closing procedures.
Facilities Painter
WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phoenix, AZ
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Executed interior/exterior maintenance for district schools, specializing in drywall, prep, and minor roof repair.
Education
High School Diploma -
Simi Valley High School
Simi Valley, CASkills
- Facilities Management: Multi-site Oversight (66 locations), Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
- Technical Expertise: HVAC (EPA 608 Universal), CMMS (Service Channel, SI-7), Life Safety Systems
- Leadership & Finance: Budgeting ($6M annual sales), KPI Tracking, Employee Training & Scheduling
- Compliance: ICRA/Infection Control, Fire Safety, Egress & OSHA Standards
- Certifications: Universal EPA-608; Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, and Forklift Operations
- Software: Proficient in CMMS Systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Service Channel
- Trade Skills: Plumbing Pro-Press, Paint Sprayers, ICRA/Containment, and Fire Safety Systems
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Essential Piece Award (FedEx) – Recognition for outstanding service and reliability (2023)., CERT Award (Phoenix Children’s Hospital) – Awarded for going above and beyond the call of duty (2021)., Exemplary Service Award (HonorHealth) – Recognized for superior performance in healthcare facilities (2016).
Certification
CBRE FM certification program.
Timeline
Mobile HVAC Engineer & Facilities Technician
CBRE
01.2017 - Current
Home Maintenance & Renovations
SELF EMPLOYED
01.2015 - 01.2017
Department Supervisor
HOME DEPOT
01.2010 - 01.2015
Facilities Painter
WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2007 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Simi Valley High School