David Zarate
Riverside,CA
Summary
Results-driven Maintenance Director with expertise in preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and budget management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster team development.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenence Director
The Gardens Of Riverside
Riverside, California
03.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for resident facilities and grounds.
- Coordinated repair schedules with staff and contractors for efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies for maintenance activities.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with management to plan budget for maintenance projects.
- Resolved resident maintenance requests efficiently and effectively.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs for all equipment.
- Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
- Performed continuous evaluations of building systems and oversaw preventive maintenance.
- Provided technical direction in the repair, installation, modification, and servicing of equipment.
- Assisted in developing emergency response plans in case of natural disasters or accidents.
- Monitored budgets related to the upkeep and repair of facilities and equipment.
- Performed upgrades to existing systems such as HVAC and electrical systems when required.
- Tracked inventory levels of parts, supplies and materials needed for maintenance projects.
- Put in place clear processes for repairs, system updates, and building enhancements.
- Scheduled and coordinated maintenance activities with other departments.
- Managed safety and fire protection planning, preparation, and employee drills.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility to identify any necessary repairs or replacements.
- Developed healthy, productive relationships with team members to create constructive working environment.
- Prioritized safety at work by following rules and procedures.
- Managed schedule of repairs to guarantee arrival of parts, equipment and resources needed to satisfy job requirements.
- Completed repairs and lighting work while being mindful of electrical wiring.
- Repaired and maintained permanent structures and fencing regularly to improve building presentation and safety.
- Identified and resolved HVAC failures to restore comfort during extreme weather.
- Monitored and maintained HVAC systems performing preventive services and routine tasks like replacing filters.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Truck Driver
Own Business
Riverdale, California
01.1999 - 01.2023
- Operated trucks for safe and timely deliveries across various routes.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine maintenance checks.
- Complied with local and federal transportation regulations consistently.
- Managed logistics and planned efficient delivery schedules.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding delivery status and needs.
- Kept accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery logs.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely loading and unloading of freight.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a DMV.
Maintenance Crew Member
Enterprise Solutions
Los Angeles, California
05.1990 - 01.1999
- Supervised plumbing installation and repair projects across residential and commercial properties.
- Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with local plumbing codes and regulations.
- Managed inventory of tools, materials, and equipment for plumbing operations.
- Supervised electrical installations and repairs on commercial projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards daily.
- Maintained records of materials used, labor hours worked, and progress reports on projects.
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and implemented effective repair solutions.
- Maintained accurate service records and documentation for all completed work orders.
- Repaired condensers, evaporators, motors, fans, ducts and other related components of AC systems.
- Conducted regular inspections of AC units to identify any possible problems before they become major issues.
- Supervised daily maintenance operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules and tracked service completion.
- Conducted inspections to identify issues and plan necessary repairs or upgrades.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated emergency repairs as needed in order to minimize disruption in production schedules.
- Maintained records of repairs and parts inventory usage to optimize future planning efforts.
- Inspected machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
Education
Mexico
MexicoSkills
- Preventive maintenance
- HVAC systems
- Equipment repair
- Facility inspections
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Budget management
- Project scheduling
- Emergency planning
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Training development
- Deadline management
- Work order management
- Budgeting and cost control
- Facility management
- Facilities maintenance
- Safety planning
- System inspection
- Plumbing systems
- Mechanical systems
- Inventory monitoring
- Safety protocols
- Plumbing
- Electrical work
- Equipment inspection
- Facility maintenance
- Health and safety compliance
- Plumbing repairs
- Maintaining facilities
- HVAC maintenance
Timeline
Maintenence Director
The Gardens Of Riverside
03.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
Own Business
01.1999 - 01.2023
Maintenance Crew Member
Enterprise Solutions
05.1990 - 01.1999
Mexico