Eric Burch

• Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
• Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
• Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
• Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
• Coordinated with vendors to obtain cost-effective solutions, negotiating contracts for maintenance services and supplies.
• Monitored inventory and ordered supplies while adhering to maintenance budget restrictions.
• Managed staff of 12, created work schedules, distributed assignments, and supervised day-to-day operations.
• Oversaw contractor relationships during site improvements or expansions by managing bid processes, contract negotiations and ensuring the successful completion of projects.
• Maintained compliance with local building codes, environmental regulations, and industry best practices for safe operations at all times.
• Developed comprehensive budgets for facility maintenance projects, ensuring financial accountability and effective resource allocation.
• Managed maintenance team for optimal performance, resulting in reduced downtime and enhanced facility functionality.
• Fostered a team-oriented environment among staff members, providing ongoing training opportunities for skill development and growth.
• Provided technical expertise during the planning stages of new construction projects or major renovations within the organization''s facilities.
• Conducted regular building assessments to identify areas for improvement or necessary repairs, prioritizing projects based on urgency or impact on operations.
• Enhanced safety standards, conducting thorough facility audits and addressing potential hazards promptly.
• Reduced repair costs with regular equipment inspections and preventative maintenance initiatives.
• Responded effectively to emergency situations involving facilities or infrastructure issues by coordinating appropriate resources quickly and efficiently.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

• Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
• Created detailed reports on facility conditions, enabling informed decision-making for management regarding upgrades or repairs.
• Acted as a key liaison between the maintenance department, upper management, and building occupants – ensuring clear communication of expectations and priorities.
• Coordinated with vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality services at competitive prices, optimizing budget utilization.
• Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
• Overhauled, installed and repaired equipment, including centrifugal compressors, pumps, valves, separators and generators.
• Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
• Observed guidelines, specifications and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
• Supervised 7 employees, including scheduling, training and performance monitoring.
• Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
• Reviewed and studied schematic diagrams to properly plan and process assignments.
• Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.

: Maintain steam and gas boilers and repair as needed

: Maintain all chilled water, hot water, and domestic water pumps and motors and repair as needed

: Perform weekly and monthly gas leak checks on all gas appliances and gas lines and repair if any leaks were found

: Assist lower level employees with technical advise

: Weld and pipe fit pipes as needed around the buildings

: Maintain commercial laundry equipment and repair as needed

: Communicate operational issues and changes to supervisor on a regular basis

: Accurately read, understand, and carry out written instructions

: Read and understand new plans and renovations to buildings

: Provide great customer service

: Assist outside contractors with advise on repairs they will be doing

: Repair steam leaks to piping and flanges as needed