Dean De Bord
Davenport,IA
Summary
Results-driven professional specializing in facility maintenance and project management. Known for strong troubleshooting and leadership abilities, with a track record of improving operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Maintenance Manager
Quest Liner
Blue Grass, Iowa
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Inspected facilities to identify repair needs and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for facility equipment and infrastructure.
- Collaborated with contractors for larger repair projects and renovations.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment status.
- Managed the installation, repair, and upkeep of facility electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other mechanical systems.
- Created preventative maintenance schedules and ensured proper implementation.
- Implemented energy efficiency measures within the building such as LED lighting upgrades or insulation improvements.
- Performed regular testing on fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, sprinkler systems. to ensure proper functioning.
Owner/Home Improvement Flooring Specialist
On The Spot Flooring
Davenport, Iowa
01.1998 - 08.2021
- Managed daily operations of flooring business and coordinated staff schedules.
- Developed customer relationships and provided personalized flooring consultations.
- Maintained compliance with safety standards and industry regulations during projects.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Installed various flooring types including hardwood, laminate, and tile.
- Operated tools and equipment for flooring installation and maintenance tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment during installation projects.
- Installed various types of hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, vinyl plank and other types of flooring.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards.
Maintenance Supervisor
Millennia Housing
Rock Island, Illinois
06.2011 - 07.2021
- Coordinated repair schedules with vendors and contractors.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Maintained records of repairs and parts inventory usage to optimize future planning efforts.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Prepared budgets for upcoming projects based on estimated labor costs and materials needed.
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to enhance property upkeep.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance needs.
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for residential properties.
Maintenance Technician
Pioneer
Woodhull, Illinois
10.2002 - 11.2010
- Maintained and repaired machinery to ensure optimal operational efficiency.
- Troubleshot equipment failures using diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
- Inspected moving parts for wear or damage on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns.
- Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
- Installed new production machines in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Adhered to safety, health and environmental rules and regulations to avoid workplace injury and machine productivity.
- Operated hand tools to repair or replace defective parts.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Disassembled machinery to remove parts and make repairs.
Zone Leader
Big A Auto Parts
East Moline, Illinois
05.1995 - 03.2000
- Supervised daily operations of auto parts inventory and stock management.
- Operated forklifts to move materials safely within warehouse facilities.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently to maintain workflow.
- Maintained organized storage areas for easy access to materials.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
- Oversaw daily operations and scheduled tasks for team members effectively.
- Created detailed documentation on all aspects of the parts department's operations including procedures manuals, training materials.
- Operated inventory management systems to track parts availability.
- Maintained neat, clean, secure, well-organized and safe warehouse to easily locate parts.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Unloaded and received incoming shipments for warehouse, documented receipts and routed shipments to proper locations.
- Inspected pulled parts for defects, damage or deterioration caused by long-term outside storage.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Used hand and power tools to remove parts and operated forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, tow motor, and order picker.
- Verified part numbers for accuracy against the inventory list.
- Monitored and maintained parts warehouse inventory, identified low stock items and arranged for immediate replenishment.
Education
GED -
Black Hawk College
Moline, IL05-1990
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Project management
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer relationship management
- Work order management
- Troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Tools control
- Inventory coordination
- Supervising staff
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Grounds maintenance
- Plumbing systems
- Project leadership
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Managing operations and efficiency
- Good judgment
- Safety compliance
- Vendor coordination
Timeline
Facility Maintenance Manager
Quest Liner
09.2023 - 06.2025
Maintenance Supervisor
Millennia Housing
06.2011 - 07.2021
Maintenance Technician
Pioneer
10.2002 - 11.2010
Owner/Home Improvement Flooring Specialist
On The Spot Flooring
01.1998 - 08.2021
Zone Leader
Big A Auto Parts
05.1995 - 03.2000
GED -
Black Hawk College
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