David Veres
Americus,GA
Summary
Critical-thinking Facility Manager with 15 years of proven successful cost-reduction techniques, efficient contractor and team scheduling, and error-free compliance inspections. Adept at aligning departmental goals and personnel assignments to achieve on-time job completion, supporting overall company objectives.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HVACR Senior Manager I
Walmart Corporation
12.2022 - Current
- Drives the development and execution of business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs.
- Developing and communicating business plans and priorities; removing barriers and obstacles that impact performance; providing resources; identifying performance standards; measuring progress and adjusting performance; accordingly, developing contingency plans; and demonstrating adaptability and supporting continuous learning.
- Ensures business needs are being met by evaluating the ongoing effectiveness of current plans, programs, and initiatives; consulting with business partners, managers, co-workers, or other key stakeholders; soliciting, evaluating, and applying suggestions for improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Maintains relationships and supports internal stakeholders by identifying improvement opportunities and recommending enhancing the performance of assets, improving the facility programs efficiency, performance, and facilitating corrective action plans.
- Supports financial planning by analyzing historical data and developing future budget projection; establishing maintenance/repair spend plans to achieve annual operating performance objectives for the business; establishing capital expenditure spend plans to achieve annual capital expenditure objectives for the business; developing and managing maintenance and repair financial tools to support business making decisions for operating expense; developing and managing capital financial tools to make total cost of ownership decisions regarding repair or end of life replacements; collaborating with leaders to communicate budgets and forecasts.
- Supports vendor and customer service needs by establishing contracts with set service-level agreements; maintaining data files on repairs and modifications; communicating corporate and industry standards to vendors; ensuring compliance to standards; and evaluating KPI metrics for vendor performance.
- Assists in managing the department budget by gathering and analyzing trending data; validating spend related to materials and labor; reviewing facility related invoicing by set procedure; developing reports; approving spending proposals at set spending limit; managing warranty reimbursement; and assisting internal teams with landlord compliance and lease agreements and assisting the execution of bid events and awards.
- Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.
- Provides and supports the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities.
- Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy; and providing direction and guidance on applying these in executing business processes and practices.
Regional Facilities Manager
City Facilities Management - Walmart Division
Jacksonville, FL
06.2018 - 12.2022
- Led facility management staff and consultants in producing business plan that focused on facility operations.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
- Supervised staff of 25 technicians in day-to-day activities.
- Maximized profitability through revenue development, cash control and expense reviews.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems, and equipment.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Tracked and documented operational and financial records to perform analysis of performance and costs.
- Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
- Held classes / meetings to instruct team members changes in facility procedures.
Service Advisor
ITW/Hobart Service
Jacksonville, FL
01.2012 - 06.2018
- Manage full staff of technicians within North Florida, South Georgia, and South Alabama
- Keep assigned techs abreast of new products, model changes, modifications, and new service procedures
- Assist technicians on service calls when a problem arises, diagnose the problem area and assist the technician in correcting the problem
- Maintain productivity records, service revenue, and service records
- Achieve department goals in regards to tech metrics and operating cost
- Collaborate with strategic sourcing and warehouse parts team to eliminate waste within the supply chain
- Monitor and implement safety procedures in compliance with ITW/
- Escalated incidents to next level to remain compliant with company's standards and procedures.
- Led process improvement and problem-solving efforts to create standard procedures and escalation policy for customer support team.
- Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
- Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
- Calculated labor hours accurately based on trade-specific productivity rates, leading to more realistic project timelines and work plans.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
Lead Refrigeration Technician
Food Lion, LLC
Jacksonville, FL
01.2011 - 01.2012
Refrigeration Technician
Fournier Refrigeration
Jacksonville, FL
01.2010 - 01.2011
Refrigeration Technician
Food Lion, LLC
Jacksonville, FL
01.1989 - 01.2010
Education
Service Training -
Hobart Service
Troy OhioComputer Process Controls (CPC), Copeland, Hoshizaki -
Continuing Education
High School Diploma -
Englewood High School
Jacksonville, Duval, FL. FLSkills
- Facility inspections
- Leadership and supervision
- Planning and scheduling
- Operations oversight
- Service contracts management
- Cost-reduction methods
- Performance Evaluations
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Organization and Time Management
- Cultural Awareness
- PPE Compliance
- Decision Making
Certification
Licensed Journeyman ( A Class)
ARI – EPA Certification (Universal)
Timeline
HVACR Senior Manager I
Walmart Corporation
12.2022 - Current
Regional Facilities Manager
City Facilities Management - Walmart Division
06.2018 - 12.2022
Service Advisor
ITW/Hobart Service
01.2012 - 06.2018
Lead Refrigeration Technician
Food Lion, LLC
01.2011 - 01.2012
Refrigeration Technician
Fournier Refrigeration
01.2010 - 01.2011
Refrigeration Technician
Food Lion, LLC
01.1989 - 01.2010
Service Training -
Hobart Service
Computer Process Controls (CPC), Copeland, Hoshizaki -
Continuing Education
High School Diploma -
Englewood High School