Craig A. Dumas
Lapeer,MI
Summary
Professional facilities and maintenance leader prepared for this role. Proven ability to oversee complex systems, ensuring efficient operations and optimal performance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, establishing relationships with contractors and resource management with reliable problem-solving abilities. Prides myself in doing a job completely, thoroughly and with proven effectiveness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities/Maintenance Director, Purchasing
Chatfield School
08.2019 - Current
- Meet with contractors to assure the scope of the project is properly identified as well as related timeframes and scheduling requirements.
- Develop preventative maintenance plans and building management for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevator, roofing, parking lot, property and landscaping contractors.
- Coordinate activities of the custodial/cleaning crew (materials and supplies needed, director staff regarding special projects or needed areas of attention).
- Perform daily maintenance activities as needed including cleanup, lunchroom duties, repairing plumbing and electrical issues, repairing furniture, coordinating snow removal.
- Responsible for assuring standards for the building are code compliant.
- Collaborate with the principal directors on fire/smoke/security protocols and advise directors on proposal estimates via the bid system and what fits best for the school. Responsible for communication and maintains relationship management with external contractors and assuring work to be done in a timely fashion to keep school operating normally.
- Seek out bids on various building projects, analyze the bids, and make recommendations.
- Responsible for identifying risk management issues and making recommendations.
- Monitor building operational inventory, determine needs, and seek/negotiate bids.
Residential/Commercial Carpentry, Remodeling and General Contracting
Self-Employed
01.2002 - Current
- Offering full service residential carpentry and remodeling work including:
- Installing cabinets and countertops, general design, demolition and prep work
- Flooring installation including various tiles, laminate, and hard wood
- Electrical upgrades, lighting, plumbing, drywall, paint, trim work
- Outdoor decking design and installation, steps, and handrails
- Investigate material options and related prices to create bids
- Provide regular updates on project progress, addressing concerns and issues promptly.
- Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Proactively address issues that may impact project timelines or budget.
Education
BA - Industrial Organization and Management, Minor in Human Resources
Central Michigan University
Skills
- Operations Management
- Maintenance Management
- Space Planning
- Contractor Coordination
- Project Budgeting
- Risk Mitigation
- Construction Compliance
- Purchasing Management
- Inventory Management
- Energy Management
- HVAC System Operation
- Safety and Security Management
- Preventative Maintenance
- Cost Control
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Lifecycle Management
Certification
- OSHA 10, Completed
- OSHA 30, Enrolled
- MBSO training for CFD, Enrolled
Skills And Qualifications
Oversee all aspects of a building's functionality, maintenance and security., Assists in planning for all additions, changes, and inspections related to the buildings., Develop long-range plans for the improvement of the building and grounds., Develop job descriptions and work schedules for all custodial and maintenance personnel., Assigns, directs, and evaluates all custodial and maintenance personnel., Develops and maintains effective and efficient systems for all energy management, custodial, and maintenance work orders., Responsible for library of plans/blueprints, contracts, preventative maintenance schedules., Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of facilities equipment such as vehicles, mowers, tractors, and snow equipment., Trained in the overall operation of the HVAC Trane system and related controls., A member of the security/safety team, lock down drills, fire drills., Conscientious and self-motivated., Controls RFP’s and reports to the directors for discussion and approval., Ability to solicit and analyze bids and work effectively with various contractors., Skilled at vetting new potential contractors and developing positive working relationships., Supervises and inspects, evaluates work performed by contractors., Create detailed project budgets and track expenses throughout the project lifecycle., Proactively address issues that may impact project timelines or budget., Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies., Supervises/controls all services contracted out for grounds maintenance and snow removal., Extensive knowledge of construction and maintenance-related projects., Ensure all construction activities comply with local regulations, building codes, OSHA and safety., Ensure compliance with contractual agreements and resolve any disputes that may arise., Provide regular updates on project progress, addressing concerns and issues promptly., Purchasing agent that maintains controls for all materials and contractual services for the facility via a bid process and shopping best price., Seeks bids, reviews RFPs/bids, negotiates contracts for all services for the buildings., Monitor and control costs, identify and address budget variances., Maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and adherence to financial constraints., Manage the procurement process from purchase order creation to delivery, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment., Conduct regular reviews of inventory levels to minimize excess stock while ensuring product availability., Maintain accurate inventory levels through effective inventory management practices.
Timeline
Facilities/Maintenance Director, Purchasing
Chatfield School
08.2019 - Current
Residential/Commercial Carpentry, Remodeling and General Contracting
Self-Employed
01.2002 - Current
BA - Industrial Organization and Management, Minor in Human Resources
Central Michigan University
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