Edward Puschmann
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Proven Facilities Manager with a track record of enhancing efficiency and reducing costs at Waukegan Public Library. Expert in building maintenance, adept at strategic planning and problem-solving. Successfully implemented preventive maintenance plans. Skilled in mentoring staff, fostering professional growth while ensuring project completion to the highest standards. Dedicated Facilities Operations Manager bringing 40 years of experience in management and building systems, including mechanical, security, automation and HVAC. Excellent leadership skills with proficiency in developing relationships, building consensus and leading positive organizational change. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Manager
Waukegan Public Library
02.2023 - Current
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans and streamlining work order processes.
- Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained qualified maintenance employees.
- Supervised staff in day-to-day activities.
- Coordinated events setup and teardown effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to regular facility operations.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that promoted professional growth.
- Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
- Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Oversaw building automation system and monitored HVAC, security and audio-visual systems, maintaining functionality of equipment.
- Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
Skills
- Building Maintenance
- Building inspections
- Space Planning
- System inspections
- Leadership and supervision
- Planning and scheduling
- Service contracts management
- Performance Evaluations
- Employee Hiring
- Strategic Planning
- Decision-Making
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Team building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Waukegan Public Library
02.2023 - Current
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