Donrico Hooker
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Results-driven leader with over 20 years of experience in program management, strategic planning, project integration, and program scheduling. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize processes, and oversee large-scale infrastructure and construction projects. Skilled in coordinating across departments to align projects with business goals, ensuring seamless execution and delivery. Recognized as a strong communicator with a track record of building relationships and consistently delivering successful outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Tech V (Construction Inspector)
NASA
07.2022 - Current
- Manage contractor activities and maintain comprehensive project documentation through daily construction reports.
- Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and grading permit requirements.
- Provide technical support for contract operations and project execution.
- Performed quality reviews of final marked engineering drawings to verify accurate documentation of construction modifications.
- Coordinated contract schedules to align project milestones with operational objectives.
- Coordinate O&M shop support of contractor activities including outages and witnessing acceptance testing of protective systems.
Project Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Oversaw the HVAC systems for 600+ facilities across 1,000- acre base, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
- Led a high-performing team of 19 personnel in inspecting and maintaining critical systems.
- Managed multi-shop projects to drive cost savings and operational effectiveness.
- Strategically prioritized and led preventative maintenance for a $2 billion infrastructure portfolio, enhancing system reliability.
- Established and managed an HVAC shop, successfully coordinating nine multi-shop and three contract projects within six months- delivering $293K in cost savings while ensuring operational security for the White House Communication Agency.
Range Operation Chief
United States Space Force
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed operations for 1,700+ facilities supporting a $20 billion space mission.
- Ensured seamless functionality across critical launch complexes.
- Oversaw a $7.5 million Job Order Contract (JOC) program, executing high-priority infrastructure projects to sustain mission readiness.
- Secured $5.7 million in O&M funds by implementing the Sustainment Management System, assessing 320 facilities, and updating 35,000 assets.
- Led the 7.5 million JOC Program managing 12 maintenance personnel, and delivering 82 projects valued at $5.9 million, achieving a 99.5% obligation rate for the fiscal year.
- Directed the $400 million Cape Launch Operations & Infrastructure Support contract, overseeing three Contracting Officer Representatives and facilitating $3.1 billion in infrastructure investments for future space operations.
- Supervised the $8.5 million Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineer Requirements (SABAR) contract at Cape Canaveral, supporting 10 agencies and ensuring operation continuity for the $20 billion Eastern Range launch operations.
HVAC/R Supervisor
United States Space Force
04.2016 - 06.2018
- Led critical infrastructure projects supporting space and suborbital operations, including electrical system upgrades and HVAC installations.
- Supervised teams responsible for maintaining mechanical systems across multiple sites, ensuring operational efficiency and mission success.
- Served as Infrastructure Superintendent for eight months, overseeing 60 personnel and managing $1 billion in mechanical system maintenance while supporting $20 billion in launch operations.
- Achieved $960K in annual utility savings by leading the Energy Management Control System Program, optimizing electrical and environmental controls across 130 buildings.
- Appointed Launch Site Manager, overseeing operations at three sites and facilitating NASA’s command and control functions with the International Space Station, enabling the successful deployment of a $511 million payload into orbit.
- Directed the largest preventative maintenance program, managing 40,000 man-hours across 1,300 facilities to safeguard $1.3 billion in HVAC assets.
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Space Force
06.2012 - 07.2016
- Developed and implemented maintenance checklists and inspection scheduled for Patrick Space Force Base and Malabar Annex.
- Served as a safety representative, conducting briefings and inspections to ensure 100% OSHA compliance for 31 technicians.
- Acted as liaison for 36 senior leaders, overseeing inspections for 504 facilities and ensuring sustained maintenance and repair of $122 million in real property assets.
- Led 54 facility inspections, identifying major deficiencies, and securing $350K in necessary repairs.
- Enhanced communication and training by launching a monthly newsletter, reducing inquiries by 40% and streamlining facilities management for 225 personnel.
HVAC/R JOURNEYMAN
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2008 - 06.2012
- Maintained HVAC infrastructure systems for launch support.
- Installed air conditioning, heating & air compressor systems valued at $1.3B & monitors energy management & ctrl sys equip.
- Troubleshot and repaired gas, oil-fired, steam & hot water boilers and responds to after-hours emergency standby calls.
- Performed emergency, urgent, and routine after hours stand-by duties and assesses mission urgency levels 24/7.
HVAC/R Apprentice
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2005 - 05.2008
- Performed system checks/adjustments, troubleshot and repaired control networks.
- Utilized test instruments, refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment, drawings, schematics, and manufacturer specifications.
- Performed recurring maintenance/seasonal overhauls on systems and components.
- Installed, operated, maintained, and repaired HVAC/R systems, heating combustion equipment, air handler units, variable frequency drives, and industrial air compressors to complete direct schedule work orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
University of Arizona Global Campus
06.2023
Associate of Arts - Electrical and Mechanical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
06.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Program Integration & Support
- Leadership & Team Training
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- QC Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Team Management
- Contractor Oversight & Coordination
- Stock & Material Management
- Inventory Analysis & Forecasting
- Continuous Improvement
- Quality control
Timeline
Engineering Tech V (Construction Inspector)
NASA
07.2022 - Current
Project Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2020 - 07.2022
Range Operation Chief
United States Space Force
07.2018 - 08.2020
HVAC/R Supervisor
United States Space Force
04.2016 - 06.2018
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Space Force
06.2012 - 07.2016
HVAC/R JOURNEYMAN
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2008 - 06.2012
HVAC/R Apprentice
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2005 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Arts - Electrical and Mechanical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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