James Patrick Donovan Jr
Mount Airy,MD
Summary
Facilities management professional with strong track record in ensuring efficient operations and safety compliance. Skilled in project management, budgeting, and vendor relations. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs to achieve optimal results. Dependable in maintaining and improving facilities to support organizational goals.
Overview
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1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Manager
St. Michael Catholic Church
Mt. Airy, MD
09.2022 - 07.2026
- Managed daily operations and maintenance of church campus, including parish, church sanctuary, historic chapel, rectory, cemetery, and preschool.
- Coordinated contractor bids and proposals for groundskeeping and snow removal to ensure quality service and cost-effectiveness
- Worked in conjunction with Howard County Government regarding a reforestation program and elimination of invasive foliage
- Monitored and maintained security systems to include cameras, access cards, keys, and physical access control
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules
- Was primary point of contact for all after hours security alarms
- Daily inspections of buildings and grounds to identify any and all necessary repairs or safety issues
- Coordinate subcontractors for any building system repairs to include HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, roofing, security or any other appropriate vendors
- Maintained inventory of all maintenance equipment and supplies
- Executed additional tasks as required by management
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as archdiocesan requirements.
- Maintained fire safety systems and alarms, extinguishers and emergency procedures
- Conducted monthly fire drills for preschool and quarterly drills for the church
- Coordinated yearly elevator inspections and certifications and quarterly fire alarm and sprinkler system inspections
- Was an integral part of developing and implementation of an emergency response plan
- Was a member of Building Operations and Maintenance Committee as well as Security Team Tracked and developed file for expenditures and recommended cost saving measures
- Maintained all records of maintenance warranties, repairs, and inspections.
- Provided support to parish ministries regarding facility requirements
- Feel free to contact references:
- Father Paul Sparklin 410-489-7823
- Pastor
- Tommy White 301-573-0697
- Owner of Turbo Wash
- Liz Miller 443-934-7744
- Director of Preschool
HVAC Mechanic
CMI Management
Alexandria, VA
11.2017 - 09.2022
- Assigned to work independently at (6) Army Reserve centers totaling 180,000-SF- Maryland / VAArmy Reserve Centers and tasked with performing preventative maintenance on all building systems to include exhaust fans, HVAC, PTAC Units, plumbing, light electrical, carpentry, boilers, Air cooled chillers, cooling towers for ceiling mounted heat pumps, air handler units.
- Checked and replaced filters and belts quarterly and semi-annually to ensure optimal system performance.
- Documented daily preventive maintenance checklists and uploaded to Maximo.
- Monitored building automation systems during monthly PM visits to ensure proper operation of all equipment.
- Communicated and coordinated with vendors and subcontractors for specific tasks.
- Completed training courses
- OSHA-10-hour course, forklift, CFC certification, basic building automation and electrical.
- Available for reference calls
- Supervisor: Rick Hicks CMI Project Manager (410) 615-4674
- KenAugustin RFOS Army Reserve Corp Reg. Facility Ops 410-703-0883
Materials Handler
The Library of Congress
Washington, DC, United States
04.2015 - 06.2017
- Interpreted and applied contact specifications, technical manuals, and technical and operational reports for the Collections and Lending Management division.
- Coordinated with division personnel to perform technical and operational tests on highly technical items.
- Documented daily production reports and updated to Procurement Information System using bar code technology.
- Executed shelving and frame assembly for book storage, relocated inventory, and operated various material handling equipment, including forklifts and automated guided vehicles, to optimize space utilization and streamline inventory processes.
- Operated vans and trucks to transport employees and materials to our offsite facilities in Ft. Meade and Landover, MD.
- Assisted in designing and laying out floor plans to take advantage of space available and to be able to operate materials handler equipment safely.
- Maintained organized and clean workspace by regularly removing debris and ensuring safety standards were met.
- Oversaw computer and barcode scanner operations to track received materials and conducted inspections for NRL using the Procurement Information Processing System (PIPS).
- Followed special instructions for warehouse functions to receive, unload, store, ship, process, and maintain all supplies and equipment in a warehouse facility, adhering to specific safety regulations and other regulatory requirements.
- Utilized computers and handheld devices for e-mail, composing letters, inventory management, location of supplies and materials stored in multiple locations.
- Utilized PDT handheld devices for inventory control.
- Used the LAS, ACS and Voyager programs for inventory control and processing new books for storage.
- Feel free to contact for reference:
- Supervisor: Jeffrey Wayne’s (202-227-1727)
Quality Maintenance Assistant
Sears Holdings
Columbia, MD, United States
08.2010 - 04.2015
- All aspects of the building maintenance trade to include interpreting and applying contract specifications, technical manuals, and coordinating with divisional personnel to perform visual, technical, and operational tests on highly technical items.
- Documented all production orders and communicated both orally and in writing with upper management and outside vendors.
- Ordering supplies and materials, carpentry, painting and drywall repair, plumbing, light electrical and maintaining HVAC and boiler.
- Received materials and checked shipment for damage and correctness before accepting.
- Used forklift, hand carts, pallet jacks and other equipment to safely manage and transport materials to storage areas.
- Crated, secured, and delivered materials to other store/warehouses.
- Tracked maintenance records, insurance records, and dispatched vehicles to transport tools, supplies, and employees to various job sites in the D.C. metro area.
- Used handheld scanners to keep track of tools and supplies.
- Computer work to include ordering materials/supplies, email, generating inventory sheets and location of tools and materials.
- Delivered progress reports on vendor and contractor performance, facilitating informed evaluations upon job completion.
- Operated and maintained large van to transport supplies/tools and people to and from different store locations in the metro area.
- Contact for reference availability.
- Supervisor: Marty Gordon Okay to contact this Supervisor: No (no longer with company)
Customer Service Representative
Lennar Homes
Bowie, MD
12.2006 - 12.2007
- Handled warranty work for homeowners, including light carpentry, drywall, paint, plumbing, and electrical tasks.
- Follow up with homeowners on completion of work tickets
- Order a wide variety of supplies for the homebuilding industry and was tasked with their proper and safe storage
- Schedule subcontractors for punch out work
- Coordinated follow-up with homeowners to ensure satisfaction upon completion of work tickets.
- Order wide variety of supplies for homebuilding industry and was tasked with their proper and safe storage
- Follow up and supervise subcontractors' work
- Provided references upon request for potential employers.
- Reported directly to Jenn Featherstone in all work matters.
Warranty Service Representative
Richmond American Homes
Columbia, MD
11.2004 - 09.2006
- Schedule subcontractors for warranty punchout
- Handled light punch out warranty work in homes that did not require subcontractors.
- Inspected subcontractor work post-completion to ensure quality standards were met
- Promoted to Production Team as Production Technician, where I assisted with project coordination.
- Handled punch out work in model homes.
- Managed PreSettlement demonstration lists.
- Assist Project Manager with inspections
- Prep newly constructed homes for inspections
- Prepared detailed weekly and monthly reports for management review
- Compiled detailed weekly and monthly reports for management, highlighting project status and issues
- Provided references upon request to support professional relationships.
- -Supervisor: Jeff Carbaugh -
Model Maintenance Assistant Manager
GL Homes of Florida
Boynton Beach, FL
08.2003 - 07.2004
- Oversaw 5 employees as working foreman for the upkeep of model homes for one of the largest homebuilders in South Florida
- Created daily work assignments and inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met
- Evaluated employees assigned to me and involved with hiring interviews, disciplinary actions, mentoring and all aspects of HR duties
- Duties included upkeep of A/C systems, painting, drywall repair, landscaping, caulking, cabinetry, pool maintenance, basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs.
- Contacted contractors for warranty repair work on models and followed up upon completion.
- Was tasked with overseeing contractors in preparation for new model homes for presentation along with setting up for grand openings and special events.
- Feel free to contact for reference;
- Supervisor: Troy Thomas 561-302-8763
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkdale High School
Riverdale, MD01-1986
Skills
- Building maintenance expertise
- HVAC and plumbing expertise
- Facilities maintenance
- VIRTUS certified
- Non-profit and education experience
- Parish operations familiarity
- 3 plus years experience working with preschool
- High school diploma
- Able to lift up to 100lbs and move equipment as necessary
- Basic computer skills to include email, scheduling, Word
- Have a valid driver’s license
- High diploma
- Diversity and inclusion
Certification
Stand up forklift, sit down forklift, WAVE order picker, manual and powered pallet jacks, tow truck (tugger truck)., Received fall prevention training and hazmat training, blood borne pathogens training, OSHA training in the safe operation of forklifts and pallet jacks., Daikin HVAC Class 2018
Section name
- Feel free to contact references:
- Father Paul Sparklin 410-489-7823
- Pastor
- Tommy White 301-573-0697
- Owner of Turbo Wash
- Liz Miller 443-934-7744
- Director of Preschool
- Feel free to contact for reference:
- Supervisor: Rick Hicks CMI Project Manager (410) 615-4674
- KenAugustin RFOS Army Reserve Corp Reg. Facility Ops 410-703-0883
- Supervisor: Jeffrey Wayne’s (202-227-1727)
- Supervisor: Marty Gordon Okay to contact this Supervisor: No (no longer with company)
- Immediate Supervisor: Jenn Featherstone
- -Supervisor: Jeff Carbaugh -
- Feel free to contact for reference;
- Supervisor: Troy Thomas 561-302-8763
Personal Information
Driving License: Have a valid driver’s license
Timeline
Facilities Manager
St. Michael Catholic Church
09.2022 - 07.2026
HVAC Mechanic
CMI Management
11.2017 - 09.2022
Materials Handler
The Library of Congress
04.2015 - 06.2017
Quality Maintenance Assistant
Sears Holdings
08.2010 - 04.2015
Customer Service Representative
Lennar Homes
12.2006 - 12.2007
Warranty Service Representative
Richmond American Homes
11.2004 - 09.2006
Model Maintenance Assistant Manager
GL Homes of Florida
08.2003 - 07.2004
High School Diploma -
Parkdale High School