DEBORAH FORDE
Arverne
Summary
Innovative professional in engineering field known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in project management, problem-solving, and technical writing. Excels with strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes and collaborative work environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
New York
05.2016 - Current
- Supervise the operation and maintenance of a 10,000-ton Central Mechanical Plant, including various steam turbine and electric-driven Carrier centrifugal chillers.
- Monitor and maintain building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and high- and low-pressure steam systems, to ensure peak operational efficiency.
- Initiate work orders, oversee repair activities, and verify completion to maintain safe and functional facilities.
- Perform emergency repairs, regularly assess system conditions, and communicate with the Chief Engineer on overall engineering system health.
- Support new engineering staff, collaborate with other staff members, contractors, their subordinates, and other campus wide teams.
Engineer
CBS Corporation
New York
08.2007 - 05.2016
- Directed safe, efficient operation and maintenance of all HVAC equipment, including York Peak Steam Turbines and multiple centrifugal chillers.
- Monitored and maintained critical infrastructure systems and provided routine inspection, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
- Regularly inspected fans, pumps, cooling towers, and other package units to ensure facility uptime and equipment reliability.
Engineer Apprentice
CBS Corporation
New York
05.2006 - 08.2007
- Assisted licensed engineers in maintenance and troubleshooting of building systems, gaining hands-on experience with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Insurance Agent / Office Manager
Allstate Insurance Company
Brooklyn
09.1993 - 12.2005
- Managed office operations, supervised support staff, and provided clients with insurance solutions across auto, home, and life insurance.
- Processed insurance claims, maintained client databases, handled accounts receivable, and ensured compliance with company standards.
Education
Local 30 Apprentice Training Program Graduate - Stationary Engineering
International Union of Operating Engineers
QueensDiploma - Web Development & Business Programming
The Chubb Institute
New YorkMajor - Data Processing / Computer Programming
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New YorkSkills
- Infrastructure monitoring
- Preventative maintenance
- Technical training
- Work order management
- Emergency repairs
- System troubleshooting
- HVAC maintenance
- Central plant operation
- Safety compliance
- Cost analysis
- Engineering documentation
- Budget management
- Machine learning
- Critical thinking
- Data management
- Time management
- Technical reporting
Languages
English
Full Professional
A1
Spanish
Limited
A1
Certifications And Licensing
- NYC Refrigerating System Engineer’s License
- EPA Universal Technician Certification
- HAZMAT Training Certification
- Fall Protection Hoist Use Training
- FDNY Certificates of Qualification
- Q01 – Refrigeration Engineer
- FDNY Certificates of Fitness
- S12 – Citywide Sprinkler System
- S13 – Citywide Standpipe System
- S14 – Citywide Multi Zone System
- F-97 – Standpipe/Sprinkler Fire Pump (Inactive)
- G-35 – Air Compressor
- F-91 – Fire Guard
- S-95 – Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems
- Z-58 – Emergency Action Plan Director (Inactive)
- F-58 – Fire Safety Director (High-Rise Office Building, Inactive)
- P-98 – Supervise Fuel Piping in Buildings
Timeline
Engineer
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
05.2016 - Current
Engineer
CBS Corporation
08.2007 - 05.2016
Engineer Apprentice
CBS Corporation
05.2006 - 08.2007
Insurance Agent / Office Manager
Allstate Insurance Company
09.1993 - 12.2005
Local 30 Apprentice Training Program Graduate - Stationary Engineering
International Union of Operating Engineers
Diploma - Web Development & Business Programming
The Chubb Institute
Major - Data Processing / Computer Programming
Borough of Manhattan Community College