Dave Larson
Madison,Wi
Summary
Facilities Maintenance Professional with over 20 years of experience in facility operations, construction, project management, and building maintenance. Proven track record maintaining a 200,000 sq. ft. multi-use campus. Skilled in vendor management, renovations, preventive maintenance programs, and responding to a variety of emergencies. Committed to operational excellence, safety compliance, and delivering cost-effective facility solutions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Maintenance Technician
Glory Global
Watertown, Wisconsin
01.2023 - Current
- Solely responsible for maintaining and managing a $7M multi-use 200k sq ft campus
- Manage and maintain various climate control systems (boiler, hvac, split-unit, VAVs)
- Coordinated with multiple departments to meet daily operational needs
- Urgently responded at all hours to a variety of emergencies
- Developed preventive maintenance procedures for building systems including HVAC systems, plumbing systems, emergency backup systems, fire and security systems
- Manage various renovation projects ranging from office reorganization to complete sprinkler redesign
- Requested quotes and proposals to ensure competitive pricing
- Coordinated with vendors regarding service contracts and warranty information
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Trained staff on proper facility usage and emergency procedures
- Experienced with low voltage, AC and DC power systems
- Experienced with access control, alarm, emergency and fire suppression systems
- Managed different waste streams to minimize their environmental impact.
- Inspected facilities and proactively detected and diagnosed maintenance needs
Self-employed Carpenter
Larson Carpentry
Watertown, Wisconsin
05.2018 - Current
- Framing & finish carpentry, in commercial and residential settings
- Coordinated with customers and contractors on project details and timelines
- Estimated material costs and project completion times to ensure budget adherence
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics for project execution
- Highly self-motivated skilled production-based work
- Managed payroll and Invoiced customers
Ink Technician
C. L. & D.
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
09.2014 - 05.2018
- Lead Technician
- Matched iconic colors, like Coca-Cola red, for brand recognition
- Developed formulas that enabled team members to accurately recreate designs for future projects
- Manage an inventory of 12,000 unique items
- Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure production ran smoothly
- Maintain and protect highly sensitive equipment
Residential Construction
Radloff Construction
Watertown, Wisconsin
07.2003 - 09.2013
- Led small crews in framing, siding, and finish carpentry to ensure high-quality construction standards
- Trained new employees in various trades and tools
- Ensure everyone under me followed safe practices
- Experienced boom lift operator
- Ability to use a wide variety of hand and power tools
- Prepared job site for special projects, including crane days, to facilitate efficient operations
- Worked extended hours in challenging weather conditions to meet deadlines
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mathematics
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WisconsinSkills
- Building maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Customer support
- Emergency Response
- Building automation systems
- HVAC maintenance
- Electrical systems
- Pneumatic & Hydraulic systems
- Plumbing systems
- Roof maintenance
- Facility renovation
- Safety team management
- OSHA compliance
- Environmental safety
- Project coordination
- Vendor evaluation
- Work order management
Certification
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Certified Forklift Trainer
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Auditor
Timeline
Facility Maintenance Technician
Glory Global
01.2023 - Current
Self-employed Carpenter
Larson Carpentry
05.2018 - Current
Ink Technician
C. L. & D.
09.2014 - 05.2018
Residential Construction
Radloff Construction
07.2003 - 09.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Mathematics
Madison Area Technical College