JAY HAMPTON
Shattuck,OK
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in building maintenance commercial/residential and a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to hard work and even better results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Engineer / Engineer
Wenzell & Fisher Hospitality Group
07.2023 - Current
- Managed the teams at each hotel and worked in the rooms
- Proficient in PM's, HVAC and all room operations
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
- Performed root cause analyses to diagnose system failures accurately while minimizing downtime during troubleshooting efforts.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
- Improved safety standards by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigation measures.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for equipment purchases, selecting the best options based on cost-benefit analysis and long-term value.
- Contributed to the development of standard operating procedures, creating consistent guidelines for engineering tasks across the organization.
Engineering Supervisor
Hilton Garden Inn
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Balanced project priority and business demand and aligned resources to accomplish assignments, projects, and continuous improvements
- Prepared cost estimates, schedules and project specifications for proposal
- Prepared remedial action plans for problematic processes and assets
- Established project goals to carry out directives of top management
- Provided technical leadership for company to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects
- Enhanced engineering team efficiency by implementing innovative project management techniques.
- Balanced project priority and business demand and aligned resources to accomplish assignments, projects and continuous improvements.
Engineering Supervisor
Touchmark
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Led, directed and supervised team of 5 engineers to develop, test, modify deploy solutions to technical problems
- Developed work plans for various personnel roles, designing to suit required competencies and technical goals of ongoing efforts
- Prepared cost estimates, schedules and project specifications for proposal
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands
- Increased overall department efficiency through strategic planning, effective resource management, and close monitoring of project progress.
Engineer Technician
Residence Inn/Courtyard Marriott
03.2015 - 12.2019
- Ensured the operation, maintenance, and equipment were on track
- Responded to Guest service requests in a prompt and timely manner
- Maintained all property water features
- Provided organization and scheduling of all areas to ensure smooth operation in a consistent manner
Education
GED -
OCCC
05.2009
ASSOCIATE IN BUSINESS MGMT -
Brown Mackie College
05.2011
Skills
- Carpentry work
- Regulatory Standards
- Electrical systems
- Blueprints and Technical Manuals
- Complex Problem Solving
- Drywall Repair
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Cost estimation
- Vendor management
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Technical documentation
- Problem resolution
- Training and mentoring
- Codes compliance
- Class IV Boiler and Pressure Vessel
- Effective Multi-tasking
- HVAC
- Public Bathing Operator
- SAFLOK
- Onity
- DormaKaba
- Opera
- Fosse
- Computer skills
Accomplishments
Several hospitality awards from JQH, Atrium, and now W&F Hosp. over the last decade. Started out as a room technician and have worked my way through the ranks, achieving the level of Task Force Chief. A role in which I take great pride in being able to claim.
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- OKDL Driver's License
- Boiler Operator License (Class 4)
- Public Bathing place Operator License (Pool)
W&F Hospitality 2025 Award
Presented in Feb. 2025 for 2024, It is the company's 4th annual award ceremony. This award is given to an individual in each department, for "Delivering the Ultimate Hospitality Experience" and going above and beyond.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Choctaw
Limited Working
Timeline
Chief Engineer / Engineer
Wenzell & Fisher Hospitality Group
07.2023 - Current
Engineering Supervisor
Hilton Garden Inn
06.2022 - 05.2023
Engineering Supervisor
Touchmark
12.2019 - 06.2022
Engineer Technician
Residence Inn/Courtyard Marriott
03.2015 - 12.2019
ASSOCIATE IN BUSINESS MGMT -
Brown Mackie College
GED -
OCCC
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