Jason Sommers
Redwood Falls,MN
Summary
Knowledgeable Facility Director proficient in setting maintenance schedules, overseeing daily building operations and directing special projects. Top-notch planning and problem-solving abilities gained over 19 years of experience. With a talent for keeping building systems operational and optimized. Excellent leadership skills with an in-depth understanding of all areas of building and grounds maintenance. Brings a background in managing and maintaining facility operations. Offers strong safety record and attention to detail. Organized and dependable candidate at managing multiple priorities and willing to take on new responsibilities to meet team goals. Currently overseeing several projects, hotel renovation, parking resurfacing, and replacing new carpet are a few of the projects that have been done.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Director
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
08.2020 - Current
- Determined effective maintenance schedules to keep equipment and systems running smoothly.
- Controlled inventory according to needs and budget requirements.
- Directed all areas of facility maintenance for all property buildings.
- Oversee team of 15 maintenance personnel covering internal systems and building grounds.
- Oversee 50 casino house keepers.
- Oversee 2 Managers, trained them on preparing budgets, work orders, time sheets, schedules, and inventory.
- Applied safety knowledge, codes understanding and project management skills to complete tasks quickly and with minimal down time.
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
- Built relationships with vendors and contractors to support timely and cost-effective services.
- Served as point of contact for internal and external customers seeking support and information.
- Communicated with general managers and facility teams regarding upcoming repairs and projects.
- Scheduled, coordinated and supervised all facility-related tasks and activities to monitor performance.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify repair needs or improvements.
- Directed vendors, facilities staff, and service providers as required to create efficient and non-disruptive work environment.
- Enforced compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental regulations to reduce risks.
- Managed and coordinated all facilities maintenance and repair projects within time and budget constraints.
- Defined and coordinated preventative maintenance plans to support longevity of facility systems and equipment.
- Collaborated with contractors, vendors and stakeholders to support on-time projects completion.
- Updated tracking system monitoring facilities-related materials, supplies and equipment.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective pricing and terms for facility-related services and supplies.
- Monitored and enforced budget for all facilities-related activities to reduce unnecessary expenses.
- Oversaw construction of new convenience store from ground breaking to completion.
- Oversaw remodel of hotel.
- Work with Excel energy on all company rebates.
- Oversee Job interviews and hiring.
Purchasing Manager
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
07.2014 - 08.2020
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
- Used E-Requester to authorize, monitor and track purchase orders and consumables.
- Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.
- Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Identified and targeted critical procurement issues, saving over all dollar amounts.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored Shipping and Receiving.
- Oversaw 2 purchasing agents, to monitor their duties.
- Oversaw yearly bids and contracts.
- Monitored all Departments budgets to reduce over spending.
- Responsible for interviews and performance reviews.
- Help set up purchasing software, and trained employees.
Purchasing Agent
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
05.2005 - 07.2014
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Computed and created purchase orders, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Oversaw financial administration and managed inventory while selecting and monitoring vendors.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Set up all vendor accounts for accounts payable.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redwood Valley Senior High School
Redwood Falls, MN05.1992
Skills
- Facility Renovation
- Facility Repairs
- Organize or bring in trainers for training employees
- Sprinkler Testing
- Investigating Problems
- Special Projects
- Vendor Coordination and relations
- Pest Control
- Work Orders
- Stockroom Management
- Workflow Processes
- Inventory Control Processes
- Staff Management
- Electronic Document Management System
- Facility Upkeep
- Snow Blowers
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Facility Supervision
- Oversee HVAC Employees
- Public Safety
- Oversee House keeper, and their equipment
- Project Oversight
- Administrative Support
- Maintaining Facilities
- Daily Progress Reports (Work Order System)
- Employee Timesheet Processing (PayCom)
- Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
Timeline
Facility Director
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
08.2020 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
07.2014 - 08.2020
Purchasing Agent
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
05.2005 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Redwood Valley Senior High School