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Dewayne Foster

Waynesburg,OH

Summary

Exceptional leader talented at Facilities Manager, HV/AC and Construction. Technically-savvy with outstanding relationship building training and presentation skills. Accomplished Chief Engineer with over 35 years of experience providing high-quality results through effective leadership and management of engineering teams. Dedicated to protecting and improving value of client's assets with highest level of professionalism.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Engineer

IHG Candlewood Suits
01.2023 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety
  • Repaired all HV/AC-R water source heat pump with cooling tower, splits systems all gas and electric furnaces
  • Repaired all commercial kitchen Equipment ovens steam tables
  • Install all new HV/AC Equipment and Kitchen Equipment
  • Maintained daily facility operations
  • Managed efficient teams
  • Worked with all outside vendors
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management
  • Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity
  • Estimated costs and set quality standards.
  • Coordinated activities with suppliers, contractors or other departments.

Facilities Manager

Spectrum Charter Communications
N. Canton, Ohio
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies
  • Directed tenant improvements to meet contractual demands and update building areas
  • Worked directly with Departments, Vendors, Management to achieve specific goal
  • Strengthened company's business by leading implementation of security staff at premises
  • Collaborated with staff to develop scopes and implement project plans
  • Oversaw projects at a time without sacrificing standards
  • Hired and trained staff
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure that the staff was meeting daily and monthly projections and forecasts
  • Negotiated and finalized contracts with new and existing customers
  • Managed projects totaling $2,000,000 in 2018
  • Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements
  • Coached and mentored associate installation specialists in system installation
  • Performed start-up functions on systems based on project plans, specifications and contract documents
  • Documented records on pricing, energy consumption and activity reports
  • Drove continuous improvement of processes and systems operation
  • Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements installs
  • Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems
  • Calibrated control systems to ensure that sequence of operations met commissioning obligations
  • Supported top-level decision-making and strategy planning, forging productive relationships with top leaders and serving as the key advocate for various personnel issues
  • Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program.
  • Planned maintenance activities in accordance with budget limitations, building use needs and operational requirements.
  • Called in equipment repair services and maintained office supplies by ordering new inventory.
  • Addressed building emergencies with high-level urgency and developed timely and effective solutions.
  • Oversaw building improvements to update facilities and meet tenant requirements.
  • Coordinated with onsite managers, liaison officers, and other outside agencies regarding safety and preventive maintenance.
  • Performed HVAC maintenance, repaired electrical systems and managed building automation systems.
  • Recruited and mentored new maintenance staff.
  • Led investigations into system issues and planned fixes to minimize downtime and control costs.
  • Managed spending to ensure adherence with budget.
  • Oversaw budgets for projects worth2,000000, monitoring expenditures to mitigate overages.
  • Assessed building control system and HVAC system performance to suggest improvements.
  • Reviewed bids received from contractors before awarding contracts for large-scale projects.
  • Implemented security protocols across multiple sites ensuring employee safety.
  • Maintained records of all building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment, buildings, grounds, and other areas to identify necessary repairs or improvements.
  • Scheduled preventative maintenance visits from outside vendors for specialized services such as elevator and escalator inspection or fire alarm system testing.

Maintenance Manager

Glenmoor Country Club
Canton, OH
01.2007 - 01.2017
  • Implemented improved training programs for maintenance employees
  • Planned employee incentive programs to increase performance
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals
  • Hired and trained staff
  • Procured information from various vendors to ensure cost-effective purchasing
  • Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety
  • Repaired all HV/AC-R water source heat pump with cooling tower, splits systems all gas and electric furnaces
  • Repaired all commercial kitchen Equipment ovens steam tables
  • Install all new HV/AC Equipment and Kitchen Equipment
  • Maintained daily facility operations
  • Managed efficient teams
  • Worked with all outside vendors
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management
  • Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity
  • Estimated costs and set quality standards
  • Kept work areas clean and neat
  • Repairs to Pool, spa hot tubs and all motors, saunas
  • Supervised and motivated staff and management
  • Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work
  • Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records
  • Responsible for the selection and maintenance of equipment
  • Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees
  • Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees
  • Reviewed processing schedules and production orders concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
  • Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
  • Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
  • Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
  • Scheduled routine inspections of all areas within facility premises.
  • Reviewed completed work orders to ensure quality control measures are followed.
  • Maintained records of repairs, service requests, costs.
  • Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
  • Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment regularly for safety hazards or breakdowns.
  • Organized work orders, assigned tasks to staff members and tracked progress of repairs and maintenance projects.
  • Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
  • Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
  • Fostered a positive work environment to retain top talent.
  • Conducted regular staff evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success.

Lake Patrol Deputy Sheriff Officer

Lake Mohawk
Malvern, OH
05.2005 - 08.2011
  • Responsibilities include Lake Patrol, Traffic Control, Special Details, Boat Safety Checks, Maintain log Sheets and Dailey Reports
  • Copied, logged and scanned supporting documentation
  • Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing
  • Assisted various business groups with document organization and dissemination during acquisitions
  • Pursued additional training opportunities for emergency response, weapons, defensive tactics, non-lethal response options and special teams
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with members of the community and criminal informants
  • Handled investigations in an independent manner, including canvassing areas and following leads
  • Prevented crimes by proactively patrolling high-risk areas
  • Prevented crimes by immediately reporting all unusual, unauthorized and illegal activity on the premises
  • Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports
  • Enforced General Services Administration (GSA) policies by anticipating potential security breaches
  • Noted and followed up on any unusual behavior
  • Patrolled commercial property and the associated parking garage
  • Investigated all security and safety violations
  • Prevented crimes through careful observation and investigation of suspicious and unusual behavior
  • Maintained accurate and detailed logs of all events that occurred during each shift
  • Collected and organized all surveillance data and information to protect client possessions and workspaces
  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel
  • Detected and apprehended any unauthorized personnel
  • Monitored security camera system day and night to protect lives and property
  • Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations
  • Responded quickly and effectively to all security violations and duress alarms.
  • Assisted in crowd control at large events such as concerts or parades while maintaining a safe environment for all attendees.
  • Analyzed data collected from various sources including surveillance footage and eyewitness accounts in order to identify patterns of criminal behavior.
  • Performed searches of vehicles, buildings, persons, and property according to established procedures for weapons or contraband items.
  • Provided assistance to citizens during emergencies such as natural disasters or medical emergencies.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety by responding to calls for service; conducted traffic stops for violations of law or ordinances.
  • Responded promptly to complaints from the public regarding criminal activity or other matters requiring police intervention.
  • Maintained proficiency with firearms through regular training sessions on the shooting range and classroom instruction on use of force policies.
  • Developed positive relationships with members of the community in order to gain trust and foster cooperation between law enforcement personnel and citizens.
  • Interviewed witnesses, wrote reports, collected evidence, and provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Investigated criminal activities and apprehended suspects in accordance with departmental guidelines.
  • Served warrants, subpoenas, and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings.
  • Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.

Chief Engineer

Sheraton Hotel & Resorts
N, Canton, OH
01.2001 - 01.2007
  • Dailey Responsibilities include scheduling, Capital Budget Dailey payroll, ordering supplies-mailing reports Delegating work Assignments, overseeing completion of work plumbing/AC, Drywall tub and tile work
  • Developed and implemented building operations and maintenance policies
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management
  • Implemented improved training programs for maintenance employees
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures
  • Procured information from various vendors to ensure cost-effective purchasing
  • Dailey Responsibilities include scheduling, Capital Budget Dailey payroll, ordering supplies-mailing reports Delegating work Assignments, overseeing completion of work plumbing/AC, drywall tub and tile work
  • Worked with all outside vendors
  • Repairs to Pool, spa hot tubs and all motors, saunas
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements
  • Hired and trained staff
  • Dailey Responsibilities include scheduling, Capital Budget Dailey payroll, ordering supplies-mailing reports Delegating work Assignments, overseeing completion of work plumbing, HV/AC, PTAC units drywall tub and tile work
  • Established clear procedures for handling repairs, planning maintenance and completing building updates
  • Supervised safety, prevention and fire protection programs
  • Dailey Responsibilities include scheduling, Capital Budget Dailey payroll, ordering supplies-mailing reports Delegating work Assignments, overseeing completion of work plumbing, HV/AC, drywall tub and tile work
  • Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety
  • Planned employee incentive programs to increase performance
  • Monitored building systems and directed preventive maintenance
  • Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
  • Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner
  • Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
  • Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
  • Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery
  • Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
  • Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools.
  • Oversaw maintenance and continuous operation of building systems, including mechanical (HVAC), electrical and safety.
  • Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
  • Improved cost-efficiency and output of diverse facility equipment through corrective maintenance, repair and calibration.
  • Managed a team of engineers in the design, development, testing, installation and maintenance of complex mechanical systems.
  • Coordinated with vendors to acquire necessary parts for engineering projects.
  • Performed regular inspections of equipment to identify areas of improvement or repair needs.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
  • Conducted cost analysis on projects to ensure profitability goals were met.
  • Coordinated activities with suppliers, contractors or other departments.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive engineering plans to ensure successful project completion.
  • Utilized advanced software tools for design and analysis tasks.
  • Provided expert consultation on engineering best practices.
  • Collaborated with clients to define project scope and objectives.
  • Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of materials.
  • Prepared estimates and budgets.
  • Prepared cost estimates, budgets, and schedules for projects.

Regional Chief Engineer

Holiday Inn
N. Canton, Ohio
01.1987 - 01.2001
  • Including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building work with outside vendors
  • Maintained daily facility operations, including but not Limited to onsite property visits
  • Supervised safety, prevention and fire protection programs
  • Managed efficient teams of employees
  • Procured information from various vendors to ensure cost-effective purchasing
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements
  • Established clear procedures for handling repairs, planning maintenance and completing building updates
  • Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw the bidding and selection processes
  • Implemented improved training programs for maintenance employees
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals
  • Repaired all HV/AC-R water source heat pump with cooling tower, splits systems all gas and electric furnaces
  • Repaired all commercial kitchen Equipment ovens steam tables
  • Install all new HV/AC Equipment and kitchen Equipment
  • Hired and trained staff
  • Developed and implemented building operations and maintenance policies
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management
  • Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety
  • Planned employee incentive programs to increase performance
  • Monitored building systems and directed preventive maintenance
  • Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety
  • Used schematic diagrams to plan work
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
  • Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery
  • Responsible for wide variety of duties.
  • Oversaw maintenance and continuous operation of building systems, including mechanical (HVAC), electrical and safety.
  • Administered hands-on instruction in basic maintenance, safety and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Managed capital improvement projects to keep expenses within operational budgets.
  • Developed and implemented plans for routine preventive maintenance.
  • Oversaw activities of contractors working within building and on job sites.
  • Meticulously kept records of building rounds, engineering logs and data sheets.
  • Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
  • Troubleshot conflicting design and development requirements and special material requirements.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive engineering plans to ensure successful project completion.
  • Maintained records of engineering activities including materials used, labor costs.
  • Coordinated with vendors to acquire necessary parts for engineering projects.
  • Developed quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
  • Participated in cross-functional meetings to discuss issues related to engineering operations.
  • Fulfilled orders by successfully planning, budgeting, and coordinating projects.
  • Utilized mathematical skills and understanding of engineering principles to design new products.

Education

Business Administration

Southern University
Charleston, SC
05-2009

Police Academy -

Jefferson Community
01-2005

High School Diploma -

John Adams High

HV/AC Mainstream Engineering Universal Certified 608 -

HFC-410 Recovery Certified -

HC/HFO Certified -

MV/AC 609 Certified -

EPA Certified -

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Staff development
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Report writing
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Self-motivated
  • Extremely organized
  • Inventory procurement
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Schedule management
  • Operations Management
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Consistently meet goals
  • Customer service
  • Timeline management
  • Budgeting
  • Effective leader
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Staff training/development
  • Budget administration
  • Business development
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Organized
  • Team building
  • Maintenance procedures
  • Facility Operations
  • Codes Compliance
  • Project Management
  • Equipment monitoring
  • HVAC

Certification

  • Police Academy
  • Business Administration
  • Universal HV/AC

Timeline

Chief Engineer

IHG Candlewood Suits
01.2023 - Current

Facilities Manager

Spectrum Charter Communications
01.2017 - 01.2023

Maintenance Manager

Glenmoor Country Club
01.2007 - 01.2017

Lake Patrol Deputy Sheriff Officer

Lake Mohawk
05.2005 - 08.2011

Chief Engineer

Sheraton Hotel & Resorts
01.2001 - 01.2007

Regional Chief Engineer

Holiday Inn
01.1987 - 01.2001

Business Administration

Southern University

Police Academy -

Jefferson Community

High School Diploma -

John Adams High

HV/AC Mainstream Engineering Universal Certified 608 -

HFC-410 Recovery Certified -

HC/HFO Certified -

MV/AC 609 Certified -

EPA Certified -

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