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Chester Thomas

345 Benton Rd, Potsdam,NY

Summary

Motivated Director of Facilities with X years of experience in XXX positions and exceptional customer service and project management skills. Ability to assume all aspects of running a Facilities Department & Team including day to day operations, staff management, project planning and execution, vendor relations and capital planning. Proficient in developing annual and multi-year work plans and strategies to achieve organizational goals. Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to understand diverse customer needs and manage multiple tasks and assignments with a high level of energy and enthusiasm with well-developed organizational skills. Excellent time management and customer service skills and can resolve complex business issues with established management practices and processes.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Administration

North Country Community

Director of Facilities

Crothall Healthcare - Rochester Regional Health
Gouverneur, NY
05.2019 - Current


  • Develop yearly capital budget including department operations and campus wide projects
  • Meet with vendors and develop RFP for bidding out projects
  • Create capital project implementation plans and coordinate schedule with facilities staff and vendors
  • Supervise vendors and contracts to support office environment
  • Supervise the facilities staff, six Mechanics, the Facilities Manager and student employees
  • Set policies for the department
  • Planned facility infrastructure improvements with work order priorities to maintain optimal operations
  • Oversee all facility requests from administrators and staff
  • Responsible for hiring, training and reviewing performance for all staff
  • Negotiate, supervise and manage all vendor contracts
  • Direct trades workers in mechanical, electrical and plumbing tasks to support efficient operations and maintenance of all buildings
  • Identify facility infrastructure replacement and enhancements
  • Manage systematic maintenance program to prevent equipment and systems failures
  • Develop annual and multi-year work plans to meet business needs
  • Oversee contractor selection of service work contract bids with various department supervisors
  • Direct maintenance and operations of facility systems to minimize service interruptions
  • Oversee construction and renovation projects to meet environmental, health and security standards
  • Manage implementation and operation of building preventive maintenance program
  • Plan, administer and control budgets for equipment and supplies
  • Monitor facility maintenance for cleanliness and recommend improvements to overall aesthetics
  • Monitor maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment and electrical and mechanical systems
  • Provide insights to executive leadership on new trends for office environment
  • Collect, analyze and prepare reports of statistical data to assess facility management objectives
  • Set goals and deadlines for department
  • Provide long term planning, identify issues and streamline processes

Project Manager

Crothall Healthcare - St. Lawrence Health Systems
Potsdam, NY
05.2017 - 05.2019
  • Developed projects scope and budget
  • Developed consultant scope of work documents
  • Prepared and issued RFPs/bid packages to consultants and contractors
  • Performed bid reviews and selected vendors
  • Confirmed that all vendors were prequalified for safety, financial history and technical qualifications
  • Familiarized self with contract terms and conditions and facilitated the execution of contracts between vendors and owner
  • Lead all pre-construction activities including, studies, testing, cost estimating & design
  • Performed technical reviews of design to ensure quality, maintainability and scope was consistent with approved budget
  • Prepared and processed all necessary documentation for POs & COs
  • Coordinated construction activities between PM, plant personnel and contractor
  • Lead and supervised all financial aspects of projects including budgets, commitments and actuals
  • Facilitated internal construction permits: PIRA, ICRA, ILSM, Above Ceiling & Hot Work.
  • Retained the services of expediters and special inspection agencies and ensured that all inspections are performed
  • Maintained construction documents in organized files and ensure all construction documents are accurately archived

Project Manager/Superintendent

Rodger And Scott Contracting, Inc.
Potsdam, NY
12.2005 - 05.2017
  • Collaborated with supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions
  • Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors
  • Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes

Owner

Thomas Construction
Potsdam, NY
04.2004 - 11.2005


  • Managed day-to-day business operations
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions

Plumbing and Heating Technician

Rodger And Scott Contracting, Inc.
Potsdam, NY
12.2000 - 03.2004
  • Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units
  • Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment
  • Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults
  • Located and marked pipe positions, hole passages and duct connections in walls and floors
  • Installed HVAC system expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers, and stokers according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes

Education

Business Administration

North Country Community College
Saranac Lake, NY
05.1993

TRAINING

Skills

  • Good Work Ethic
  • Great Customer Service
  • Relationship Building
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Active Listening
  • Problem Resolution
  • Organizational Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Team Building
  • Supervision & Leadership

Timeline

Director of Facilities

Crothall Healthcare - Rochester Regional Health
05.2019 - Current

Project Manager

Crothall Healthcare - St. Lawrence Health Systems
05.2017 - 05.2019

Project Manager/Superintendent

Rodger And Scott Contracting, Inc.
12.2005 - 05.2017

Owner

Thomas Construction
04.2004 - 11.2005

Plumbing and Heating Technician

Rodger And Scott Contracting, Inc.
12.2000 - 03.2004

Business Administration

North Country Community

Business Administration

North Country Community College

TRAINING
Chester Thomas