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Cynthia Diaz

Cynthia Diaz

Sunnyvale,CA

Summary

Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in City buildings and engineering expertise.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification

Work History

Stationary Engineer

Hines Real Estate
05.2023 - Current
  • Performed scheduled maintenance, safety inspections and repairs to varying types of graffiti removal, junk & illegal dump, homeless encampment cleanup
  • Assisted operating all fan coils, heating pumps, DX Units, VFDs, T-stats and BMS system
  • Inspected equipment and components to determine maintenance needs, and developed new PMs
  • Develops solutions and implementation plans, project justification, cost/benefit analysis, and overall management of projects budgets
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Oversaw start-up, operations and shutdown procedures.
  • Coordinates work with other operational groups to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and operational efficiency.
  • Worked with large HVAC systems such as boilers, chillers and cooling towers.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Apprentice Engineer

ABM Industries
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC Trane Intellipak units, VAV, Heating coils, generators. Performed additional fire and life safety inspections as per NFPA and local jurisdiction standards to keep building equipment functional.
  • Monitor and adjust DDC systems & conventional pneumatic system, kitchen equipment stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable environment for the buildings
  • Participated in all Meta training in accordance with Meta standards, building protocol, and MPK best practices
  • Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures (water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, etc.
  • Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
  • Collaborated with CBRE & Meta to prepare plans and procedures to respond to emergency scenarios.

Utility & Apprentice Engineer

Hines & CBRE
12.2018 - 01.2022
  • Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, sealed and re-caulked of windows, sinks, toilets, and doors
  • Assembled and installed new furniture for Meta open areas to improve comfort and functionality.
  • Installed lighting fixtures to improve lighting and increase energy efficiency
  • Performed routine training and attended special events to enhance job knowledge and skills
  • Operated variety of power tools and hand tools
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Took ownership of Meta SLA issues and followed problems through to resolution
  • Commissioning of new Meta buildings FDOB
  • Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring.
  • 3rd year of IUOE (International Union of Operating Engineers) Local 39 Union Apprenticeship Program

Facilities Maintenance Manager

Service by Medallion
01.2010 - 12.2018
  • Designed and implemented effective budgeting policies and procedures
  • Managed staff of 25, created work schedules, distributed assignments and supervised day-to-day operations
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement
  • Approved payroll, vendor payments, POs, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives
  • Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair
  • Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations

Education

4yr Apprentice Program - Equivalent To Bachelor's Degree

International Union of Operating Engineer
San Francisco, CA
04.2022

Certifications - School of Theology

Northwest Nazarene University
Cupertino, CA
01.2016

High School Diploma -

Castillo Christian High School
Modesto, CA
06.2013

Skills

  • Fifteen years of work experience directly related to the industry and public service
  • Budgeting and Cost Control, administration and software expertise
  • Graphic Design
  • Performance evaluation of large scale departments, zones, projects and vendors
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Trained in Cal/OSHA safety requirements, PPE gear, CPR and emergency response
  • Managing staffing, portfolios, funds, data inputting, auditing and negotiations
  • Government Policy
  • San Jose campaigning collaboration with community leaders
  • Engineering Principles
  • Project Management
  • Coordinate Events
  • Troubleshooting and quickly performing repairs
  • Testing Electrical Equipment
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cooling Towers
  • Diagnostic Abilities
  • Steam Boilers
  • Daily Progress Reports
  • HVAC Expertise
  • Hazardous Chemicals
  • Verify Air Quality

Certification

  • CFC/EPA Stationary Engineers Universal Technician Certification, 4273206
  • Fire Pump Certification, A039013
  • Supervision Chief/Assistant Chief Certification
  • High Rise Fire Safety Director Certification
  • CPR Adult First Aid/CPR AED Certification, 3189623
  • IUOE (International Union of Operating Engineers) Local 39 Training Center-4 years with 4.0 GPA (Electrical, Controls/Electrical II, PLC, Boilers, HVAC-R I/II, Building Systems, Plumbing, Pump Operation & Maintenance, Schematic Reading
  • Fire Extinguisher Training Certification
  • NFPA 70E 2021 Allied Reliability Group, MTA Electrical Engineers
  • Covid-19 Vaccinated
  • US work authorization
  • CA-Driver's License

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.
Thomas Jefferson

Timeline

Stationary Engineer

Hines Real Estate
05.2023 - Current

Apprentice Engineer

ABM Industries
10.2022 - 05.2023

Utility & Apprentice Engineer

Hines & CBRE
12.2018 - 01.2022

Facilities Maintenance Manager

Service by Medallion
01.2010 - 12.2018

4yr Apprentice Program - Equivalent To Bachelor's Degree

International Union of Operating Engineer

Certifications - School of Theology

Northwest Nazarene University

High School Diploma -

Castillo Christian High School
Cynthia Diaz