David Gerard
Facility Manager
Belton,TX
Summary
Seasoned facilities management professional with over 27 years of experience in manufacturing and food service sectors. Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in equipment reliability, preventive maintenance strategies, safety regulation compliance, and team leadership in diverse environments. Recognized for successfully optimizing operations and driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with mission-driven organizations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Manager
Novolex Pactiv Evergreen
Temple, TX
07.2021 - 02.2026
- Secured first-pass BRC certification with zero remediation by ensuring rigorous equipment readiness, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance activities to eliminate operational disruptions.
- Implemented facility upgrades that enhanced efficiency and restored compliance standards.
- Administered a multimillion-dollar maintenance budget supporting continuous operations.
- Integrated internal facilities maintenance staff, reducing contractor expenses and strengthening the safety culture.
- Oversaw facility maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Developed strategic plans for facility upgrades, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, extending equipment lifespan and minimizing repair costs.
- Led cross-functional teams in facility projects, fostering collaboration and improving project outcomes.
- Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained qualified maintenance employees.
Food Production Equipment Technician Supervisor
Long Beach School District
Long Beach, CA
03.2015 - 06.2021
- Directed maintenance operations for large production kitchen and 86 school kitchens, achieving zero downtime incidents.
- Completed over 225 corrective repairs on gas, steam, plumbing, and electrical systems with a 98% reliability rate.
- Managed thousands of purchase orders, ensuring alignment with budgetary requirements and accuracy.
- Provided training to junior technicians, resulting in improved communication and elevated service quality.
- Evaluated facilities equipment and interpreted data.
- Managed inventory of tools and replacement parts, ensuring timely availability for maintenance tasks.
- Streamlined documentation process for maintenance activities, ensuring compliance and easy access to records.
Field Service Technician
ITW Food Equipment Group (Hobart)
Buena Park, CA
04.1998 - 02.2015
- Diagnosed and repaired commercial food service equipment across Southern California.
- Supervised installation teams, and provided operator training to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained detailed service documentation, repair logs, and installation records.
- Provided hands-on training to junior technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Discussed and recommended service options with customers and explained costs involved.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cypress High School
Cypress, CA04-1981
Skills
- Grounds maintenance
- Budgeting and financial management
- Mechanical/Electrical/Gas/Plumbing Repair
- Preventive maintenance strategies
- Equipment Diagnostics
- Asset Management
- Safety regulation compliance
- Team leadership
- Access control
- Waste management
- Safety protocols
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Novolex Pactiv Evergreen
07.2021 - 02.2026
Food Production Equipment Technician Supervisor
Long Beach School District
03.2015 - 06.2021
Field Service Technician
ITW Food Equipment Group (Hobart)
04.1998 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Cypress High School
Additional Information
U.S. Army Veteran – Honorable Discharge