David Cruz
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dedicated job seeker with excellent communication, time management and computer skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Hard-working professional with 15.5+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of capital project, productivity improvement, and project planning. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Director of Engineering role one day in the near future.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Engineering
Omni Hotels & Resorts
Tempe, AZ
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects & repairs within established timelines.
- Organized training sessions for engineers on new techniques or software programs relevant to their job roles.
- Prepared presentations about upcoming projects for internal meetings with senior management teams.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding procurement of materials and equipment for the engineering team. Ordering of all supplies & materials needed monthly.
- Developed SOP's to ensure efficient functioning of the engineering department.
- Evaluated existing processes and procedures used by the engineering team for efficiency improvements.
- Performed preventative maintenance of all equipment used on the property to ensure safety and optimal operation of equipment.
- Oversaw employee progress, safety, and project implementations.
- Performed equipment inspections and kept detailed records.
- Assign and manage daily tasks to Engineering team
- Hired during pre-opening construction phase to setup
- BMS systems commissioning & training with MPSW
- Boilers PM & Troubleshooting
- Carrier Chillers & Cooling Towers
- AHU, ERV, FCU, VAV, VFD, EFU, HVAC Knowledge
- Electrical Over 10yrs Experience ETS, Generator & Troubleshooting
- Scheduling of Engineering team
- Interviewing, hiring & onboarding of new employees
- Kitchen Equipment PM and repairs: Vulcan, Hobart, Mieko, Hood exhaust, EFU's
- Power of Engagement training
- Monthly budget managing of checkbook and efficient spending for the year
- Fire Pump weekly runs
- Maintain Engineering Dept. Life Safety Bible
- Maintain records of all Preventative maintenance done on property
- Troubleshot complex mechanical problems using blueprints and schematics.
- Weekly property walk-throughs with GM and Director of Rooms. As well as corporate property walks for opening warranty issues. I communicated and coordinated all warranty repairs with vendors & contractors, as well as working closely with Corporate Project Manager for support and ensure completion of repairs.
- Very hands on and always willing to pass-down the knowledge I've gained over the years to my team, no hesitation to be hands-on and assisting them with their own growth!
Director of Maintenance
Arizona Investment & Management LLC
Phoenix, AZ
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Generated preventive maintenance schedules and work orders to address ongoing and unscheduled maintenance requests
- Answered fire, power outage and gas leak emergencies to perform critical repairs
- Followed work orders and specifications to determine required locations and nature of repairs
- Worked with manufacturers to pursue warranties for defective equipment
- Handled high-volume task loads, prioritizing assigned work orders in alignment with critical needs
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced parts, valves, faucets and fixtures
- Diagnosed and troubleshot systems and equipment and performed minor repairs
- Used plumbing, carpentry and welding skills to address diverse repairs
- Located and diagnosed electrical and mechanical issues using blueprints and schematics
- Painted vacant apartments, maintained HVAC system and installed washers and dryers for new occupancy
- Repaired HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems to correct faults and restore function
- Cleaned machines and machine parts with cleaning solvents, air guns and vacuums
- Guaranteed inspection-ready property quality to attract residents and meet inspection requirements
- Identified mechanical and electrical problems with thorough inspections and tests, and developed project scopes for repairs
- Used hand and power tools to repair machines, structures and systems
- Responded to emergency calls by being on-call 24/7 and assembling emergency work crews
- Logged completed work orders and updated pending status orders in company system
- Assembled equipment and components at job sites to complete quick installations
- Managed inventory of supplies and tools to stay ready for maintenance or repair needs
- Maintain maintenance budget & spending
- Prepare quotes and get bids for property owners approvals for renovations
- Schedule, assign and coordinate all repairs for maintenance team daily
- Pick up materials and deliver to jobsite for technicians
- Managed maintenance of all multi-family properties and single-family homes maintained by property management
Assistant Operations Manager of Engineering
Andaz Of Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
Scottsdale, AZ
09.2019 - 02.2022
- Daily General Maintenance of Resort and Rooms, Plumbing Repairs, Electrical Outlets, Switches, Wiring, Lighting Interior & Exterior, Flooring, Tile, Concrete, Stucco, Drywall, etc
- Daily Customer Relations and Assistance with Any Questions, concerns or Issues Guest may have
- Preventive maintenance program's
- MSDS Safety data logging, Lockout/Tagout program and procedure team training
- 3rd shift Nightly Security Guard Duties
- Room Service, Valet, Housekeeping, Houseman Duties when working 3rd shift
- Managed maintenance personnel and subcontractors
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific daily duties
- Coordinated and directed financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments or increase efficiency throughout the property
- Demonstrated and supported continuous improvement and growth mindset, boost team moral, support growth of individual
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance service's on Carrier HVAC systems, Makeup Air Units, Property plumbing systems, Pool equipment, property building structural
- Conducted staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics
- Dedicated job seeker with excellent communication, time management and computer skills
- Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company
- Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals
- Reviewed financial statements, sales or activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity
- Property repairs, renovations ,equipment needs, etc and direct involvement with GM and Owner on approvals
- Knowledge in Dormakaba door lock systems, Saflok, Safemark and HOTSOS resort work orders
- Create safety training programs and implicate them
- PM on property golf carts for Engineering, Housekeeping, F&B and Kitchen departments & staff to ensure reliable and safe operation during usage
- PM, repair and maintain proper usage of all Golf carts on property
- Team building, training and growing skills
- Department scheduling
- Payroll management
- Parts and supplies runs
- Parts ordering, direct contact with several property vendors and contractors ie: Grainger, Climatec, Carrier, Andrews refrigeration, PSAV, Lutron, Ecolab, Nalco water systems, Cintas, etc
- Worked directly alongside Director of Engineering on my growth as Assistant Director of Engineering
- Human-Trafficking training
- CPR Certified in Jan 2022
- Ability to work alongside management, investors, corporate, to improve, problem solve major issues of property
- Microsoft word and Excel
- Team communication strengths
Engineer 2
Double-Tree Resort By Hilton
Paradise Valley, AZ
09.2016 - 12.2018
- Daily General Maintenance of Resort Property and Rooms, Toilet Repairs, Electrical Outlets, Switches, Wiring, Lighting, Flooring, etc
- Daily Customer Relations and Assistance with Any Questions or Issues Guest may have
- Daily Preventive maintenance to Equipment in Kitchen, Boiler room, Chiller Equipment and Pool & Spa
- Daily Security Guard Duties as well when No Security Scheduled or on Property
- Room Service, Valet and Housekeeping Duties when working 3rd shift
Pool Technician
Abrasive Pool Industries
Scottsdale, AZ
06.2006 - 09.2016
- Setup and Operation of Heavy Duty Compressor & Sand-Blasting Hopper
- Stock, Load and Unload Abrasive Materials
- Tile Demolition in Pools, Spas and Acid or Chlorine washes of Surfaces
- My Employment was Seasonal, Part-time and/or Full-Time over the 10yrs
Warehouse Manager
Belsito Plumbing
Scottsdale, AZ
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Manage Warehouse, Stock Supplies & Parts
- Maintenance of Company Work Trucks, Customer Relations on Repairs to Wall, Flooring or Grounds if needed when Plumbing Repairs Complete
- Deliver Parts or Heavy Duty Equipment to Jobsite, Assist Plumbers on-site with Digging Trenches and General Labor
- Direct Contact with Parts Suppliers and Budget managing
Education
GED -
MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGES
01.1998
Skills
- Trouble-shooting
- Repairing Equipment
- Management of Material Resources
- Team Leadership
- Bi-lingual English & Spanish
- Active Learning
- Active Listening
- Customer and Personal Service
- Time Management Property & Grounds
- Upkeep
- Program Optimization
- Purchasing and Planning
- Focus and Follow-Through
- Management Training
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Policy Development and Enforcement
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Originality and Creativity
- Finance and Accounting Oversight
- Employee Supervision
- Revenue Generation
- Department Oversight
- Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
- Facilitating Change
- Cost Analysis and Savings
- Profit and Loss Control
- Special Assignments
- Money Handling
- Resume Screening
- Setup and Installation
- Needs Assessment
- Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
- Customer Relations
- Welding
- Electrical experience
- English
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Customer service
- Leadership
- Supervising experience
- Facilities maintenance
Certification
CPR Certification
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Director of Engineering
Omni Hotels & Resorts
03.2023 - 04.2024
Director of Maintenance
Arizona Investment & Management LLC
04.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant Operations Manager of Engineering
Andaz Of Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
09.2019 - 02.2022
Engineer 2
Double-Tree Resort By Hilton
09.2016 - 12.2018
Warehouse Manager
Belsito Plumbing
09.2015 - 03.2016
Pool Technician
Abrasive Pool Industries
06.2006 - 09.2016
GED -
MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGES