DONOVAN WADDING

As a senior level maintenance engineer/Capital manager, I am interested in joining a stable company needing a highly motivated self-starter with extensive corporate level experience. With HVAC license, Journeyman licenses in electrical and plumbing, a bachelor’s degree in biology, and associate’s degree in graphic arts, I feel that I could be utilized in several different areas, especially health care, commercial/retail facilities or hospitality facilities. As a retired 16-year combat veteran in addition to my employment history, I am an extremely results-driven team member with strong leadership experience.

Professional manager with significant expertise in overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Skilled in strategic planning, budget management, and risk assessment. Strong focus on team collaboration, fostering results-driven environment, and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.

• United States Army National Guard, Infantry, 08/01/01, 04/01/07, Two Honorable Discharges
• United States Army (Active Duty), Infantry, 10/01/91, 08/01/01, Three Honorable Discharges
• Army National Guard (Active/Inactive Reserve), Infantry Team Leader and Squad Leader, 04/01/01, 04/01/07, Participated in Operation Noble Eagle I and II and Operation Iraqi Freedom in support of homeland security. Participated in the rescue and recovery of the victims of Hurricane Katrina in August through September 2005. Organized and resourced five or more training events to ensure soldier readiness in preparation for two major future deployments. Assisted in the support of Supply and Logistics for a company-sized element consisting of 117 soldiers.
• United States Army (Active Duty), Infantry Team Leader and Unit Supply NCO, 12/01/91, 04/01/01, Organized and maintained security in support of the peacekeeping missions in Bosnia-Herzegovina for three separate nine-month rotations in 1995, 1997 and 1999. Served a Battalion-sized element as BN Supply NCO for a period exceeding two years, during that time we were deployed over six times in support of various training exercises while maintaining 100% accountability of over 27 million dollars’ worth the equipment. Held numerous additional duties, most recently the Repair and Utilization NCO for a battalion-sized element. Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of over 300 barracks quarters. Awarded several medals, ribbons and certificates of appreciation for leadership, accountability and duty performance for eight major deployments. Special training in HAZMAT Handling, Field Sanitation, Heavy Equipment Operator, Combat Life Saver, Airborne and Air Assault.

• Associate’s degree, Graphic Arts, Al Collins School of Graphic Design, Tempe, Arizona
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Maryland (Military)
• HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Pool and Spa Technician
• Journeyman licenses in both electrical and plumbing
• Hotel Association of Tarrant County- Chief Engineer of the Year 2017 and 2018, DFW Marriott South Manager of the Year 2016 and 2017, DFW Marriott South Manager of the Quarter 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, Bronze Star with 'V' device- 2003, Purple Heart-2003, Army Accommodation Medal (5) 1991-2007