Christopher Folts
Livingston County
Mount Dora
24
years of professional experience
Experienced Facilities Director with 20+ years leading building maintenance, electrical systems, preventive maintenance, and emergency preparedness. Known for directing staff, controlling budgets, and improving facility operations.
Work History
Facilities Director
24 Years 5 Months- Directed facility operations, aligning maintenance priorities with county service requirements and public safety standards.
- Managed capital improvement projects, coordinating contractors, timelines, and scope for reliable building performance.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance programs, reducing downtime and extending lifecycle of critical systems.
- Administered facilities budgets, controlling operating costs and prioritizing repairs within funding constraints.
- Led maintenance staff, assigning workloads, coaching team performance, and enforcing accountability.
- Coordinated vendor relationships, negotiating service expectations and ensuring contract compliance.
Facility Supervisor
7 Years- Supervised facility operations, ensuring safe, clean, and functional county workspaces.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules and resolved work orders promptly.
- Inspected buildings for safety hazards, code compliance, and needed repairs.
- Directed custodial and maintenance staff, assigning priorities and monitoring daily tasks.
- Defined and coordinated preventative maintenance plans to support longevity of facility systems and equipment.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify repair needs or improvements.
- Oversaw building security systems, working closely with security personnel to maintain a safe environment for all occupants.
- Developed a comprehensive preventive maintenance program that reduced downtime caused by unexpected equipment failures.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during employee turnover periods by effectively managing staffing changes.
- Optimized space usage within the facility through strategic planning that accommodated both short-term events and long-term expansion needs.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Responded to urgent facility issues, minimizing disruption to county services.
Facility Maintenance Worker
10 Years 9 Months- Maintained HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems across county facilities
- Inspected building equipment and completed preventive maintenance to support safe operations
- Repaired doors, locks, fixtures, and office furnishings to restore daily functionality
- Responded to work orders and resolved urgent maintenance issues promptly
- Performed painting, patching, and minor construction tasks for building upkeep
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs and installations accurately
- Coordinated snow removal, grounds maintenance, and seasonal upkeep for county properties
- Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
- Maintained building cleanliness and appearance through regular cleaning, painting, and minor cosmetic repairs.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Completed preventative maintenance tasks on schedule to extend the lifespan of equipment and reduce the need for costly repairs.
Education
High School Diploma
No Degree
Skills
Building maintenance
Electrical systems
Emergency preparedness
Space planning
Timeline
Facility Supervisor
Livingston County
01.2001 - 01.2008Read More
Facilities Director
Livingston County
04.1997 - 09.2021Read More
Facility Maintenance Worker
Livingston County
04.1997 - 01.2008Read More
Fowlerville
High School Diploma
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Lansing Community College
No Degree
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