Brian Smith
Littleton,Colorado
Summary
Hardworking Director of Engineering adept at overseeing routine and corrective maintenance, directing repairs and managing new installations with an eye for business needs. Knowledgeable about all parts of the design, construction and implementation processes. Prepared to leverage 24 years of leadership experience to pursue new long-term position at Aimbridge Hotels. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Engineer
Aimbridge Hospitality
Denver, CO
02.2024 - Current
- Performed regular inspections of equipment to identify areas of improvement or repair needs.
- Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times during engineering operations.
- Coordinated with vendors to acquire necessary parts for engineering projects.
- Maintained records of engineering activities including materials used, labor costs.
- Provided training as needed on proper usage of tools, software applications.
- Developed and implemented plans for routine preventive maintenance.
- Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
Director of Engineering
Sage Hospitality
Denver, CO
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Represented the company at external meetings with customers and partners regarding engineering matters.
- Developed and implemented engineering strategies to optimize production processes.
- Identified areas of improvement and led initiatives to increase efficiency.
- Managed a team of engineers, providing guidance, training, coaching and feedback.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to ensure employees met goals and objectives.
- Created detailed reports on the progress of projects for senior management.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Prepared budgets for engineering projects based on estimated labor costs and materials usage.
- Interfaced with upper-level management regarding project status updates and future plans.
- Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
HVAC Specialist
Innisfree Hotels
Pensacola Beach, FL
05.2016 - 05.2021
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems, including boilers, chillers, pumps, air handlers and rooftop units.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose malfunctions and identified solutions for repair or replacement of faulty components.
- Installed new heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Monitored HVAC operations to ensure efficient performance of the system.
- Conducted periodic inspections of HVAC systems to identify potential problems before they occur.
- Repaired or replaced broken parts and components in existing HVAC systems as needed.
- Tested electrical wiring circuits related to the heating and cooling systems for proper functionality.
- Cleaned condenser coils to ensure efficient operation of the system.
- Performed routine maintenance such as oiling motors, changing filters, checking belts.
- Troubleshot issues with compressors, evaporator coils, blowers, fans and other mechanical components associated with an HVAC system.
- Followed safety protocols while performing work on high voltage lines related to an HVAC system.
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
Maintenance Engineer
Foothills Park andRecreation
Littleton, CO
03.2003 - 10.2015
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of equipment, such as pumps, motors, conveyors, and valves.
- Maintained records of scheduled maintenance activities.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all maintenance operations.
- Monitored and adjusted systems to ensure optimal performance levels.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and identified appropriate solutions.
- Repaired malfunctioning components using hand tools, power tools, and other specialized equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of facility machinery for signs of wear or damage.
- Replaced worn parts or components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment according to design specifications.
- Provided technical support to other team members when needed.
Education
Refrigeration - HVAC Installation And Repair
Redrocks Collage
Lakewood, CO01-2005
Skills
- Administration
- Electrical Systems
- Proposal Development
- Safety Protocols
- Continuous integration
- Technical leadership
- Customer Satisfaction
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Budget Development
- Project Scheduling
- Staff Training
Timeline
Chief Engineer
Aimbridge Hospitality
02.2024 - Current
Director of Engineering
Sage Hospitality
03.2022 - 02.2024
HVAC Specialist
Innisfree Hotels
05.2016 - 05.2021
Maintenance Engineer
Foothills Park andRecreation
03.2003 - 10.2015
Refrigeration - HVAC Installation And Repair
Redrocks Collage
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