Jonathan Barba
Riverside
Summary
Highly-motivated professional who is determined to make a significant impact in the organization that I am a part of. I am multidisciplinary in Facility Management, Project Management, and Operations Management and I am committed to learning more each day. My creative mindset enables me to come up with solutions and new methods that I can apply in a workplace for enhancing organizational effectiveness. I am a team-player and a change-maker. I can effectively work and communicate with other departments and vendors to ensure that we reach our overall set goal. Evidently based on my experience from starting off as an intern, to moving up all the way to a Regional Lead, I have shown that I am someone who is determined grow, lead, and make a difference; all I need is an opportunity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Facilities Manager
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Responsible for leading team of 16 union facility maintenance engineers.
- Responsible for managing and inspecting 23 different properties located at the Disneyland Resort.
- Responsible for creating work orders with detailed instructions for maintenance team.
- Responsible for actively monitoring KPIs and creating solutions to meet all goals on a monthly basis.
- Responsible for creating new solutions to help teams work efficiently.
- Responsible for managing large-scale projects such as painting efforts, flooring, repairs, events, and tenant improvements.
- Responsible for collecting and organizing KPI data for client on a monthly basis.
- Responsible for managing third-party vendors in effort to maintain client’s facilities including custodial, landscaping, painting, fire life services, networking, and pest control.
- Responsible for actively monitoring 24/7 Emergency phone and ensuring all Emergencies are addressed.
Regional Lead Facility Coordinator
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managing and supporting a team of five facility coordinators and overseeing the coordination of 600+ properties across the Southwest.
- Problem-solving and contributing new ideas that will drive change in our account.
- Motivating, inspiring, and empowering my team to reach their potential.
- Analyzing performance data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for overall improvement.
- Collaborating with multi-functional teams to address issues and ensure continuous improvement in services.
- Delivering exceptional presentations to help our team develop their skills.
- Organized monthly meetings with staff members responsible for maintaining facilities in order to discuss any issues or concerns related to operations.
- Supervised vendors and contracts to support office environment.
- Collected, analyzed and prepared reports of statistical data to assess facility management objectives.
- Set goals and deadlines for department.
- Prepared and reviewed operational reports and schedules.
- Provided insights to executive leadership on new trends for office environment.
- Conducted classes to teach procedures to staff.
Facility Coordinator
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Coordinated facility management services for 150+ locations across San Francisco, Los Angeles, Ventura, Las Vegas, and Reno.
- Coordinated maintenance activities with outside vendors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Developed preventive maintenance plans for all mechanical equipment in our facilities.
- Assisted with relocations and remodeling projects, including ordering furniture and supplies.
- Managed all facility-related invoices and vendor contracts.
- Researched new products or services that could improve the efficiency of the facility.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of office supplies and equipment in order to track usage patterns over time.
- Established relationships with local contractors to facilitate quick response times when repairs were needed.
- Provided support for events held at the facility by arranging catering services and setting up meeting rooms according to client specifications.
- Processed purchase orders for new materials needed for upkeep or repair of facilities.
- Organized monthly meetings with staff members responsible for maintaining facilities in order to discuss any issues or concerns related to operations.
- Developed and oversaw budgets for facilities, working within cost restraints.
- Handled maintenance and repair demands by preparing schedules and delegating assignments to team members.
- Monitored facility maintenance for cleanliness and recommended improvements to overall aesthetics.
- Supervised vendors and contracts to support office environment.
Facility Coordinator Intern
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Coordinated maintenance activities with outside vendors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of supplies and equipment in order to track usage patterns over time.
- Assisted the facility coordinator team with purchases.
- Assisted with managing and delegating work orders to vendors or team members.
Office Administrator
Ace Ornamental
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner, directed callers to appropriate personnel or department, or took messages as needed.
- Organized and maintained filing systems, including electronic databases and records.
- Greeted visitors warmly, handled inquiries and provided general information about the company.
- Processed invoices on a timely basis according to established procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for senior management team members using Outlook calendar system.
- Ordered office furniture when necessary following approval from management team.
- Processed financial documents, contracts, expense reports and invoices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technology And Operations Management
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA05-2024
Associate of Science - Facilities Management
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05.2021
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05.2021
Skills
- Performance Reporting
- Meetings and Presentations
- Partnership Development
- Staff Management
- Public Speaking
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Service Operations Management
- Project Management
- Facility Management
- Quality Management
- Excel Expert
- Microsoft Project
- Data Analysis
- Work order management
- Space planning
- Schedule management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Innovation and creativity
- Team direction
- Schedule coordination
- Inventory procurement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Received "People" Award (JLL) - Received recognition from Operations Manager: "I want to thank Jonathan for being such a big part of our team's success. I have received multiple remarks from my MES team members about how helpful Jonathan is. There are so many moving parts to this account meeting our client's expectations can only be possible with the correct information. When we need help getting an answer, whether with a delivery or looking for a response to a specific client request, Jonathan is always there to help us. Thank you!"
- Received "People" Award (JLL) - Awarded by Canadian team: "Jonathan has gone twice now to the North-South-North American Team to show some best practices. It has really helped the team. It is clear that you are organized and were a great example. Your presence and self-confidence also helped to give a vision of what is achievable. Each would be well served to emulate the practices and methods you've shown. Thank you for being willing to share of your time and talents!"
- Received "Growth-Oriented" Award (JLL) - Awarded by Facility Manager: "I'd like to recognize Jonathan for being awesome to work with. In the past 4/5 months of working with Jonathan, he has made transitioning from an Intern to an full time member of the team appear seamless. In this industry, we always promise the Client a seamless transition anytime there are changes, and I'd like to say Jonathan has helped fulfill that promise. He undoubtedly adds value to the team. He is a quick learner who gets things done. He is always willing to help, and always has a positive attitude. He reminds someone like me, that bringing passion and positivity to work every single day is key. I enjoy working with you, Jonathan. Thank you for all you do!"
- Facilities, Graphic Designer, Social Media Manager, and Vice President: The Chaffey College Student Chapter of IFMA is the first IFMA Student Chapter in the state of California. When I first joined this club, there were a lot of volunteers needed. Having a bit of experience in web development, I jumped at the opportunity. I created an entire website for our club where I constantly posted updates and helpful information for the students of our club.
- Vice President - Chaffey College Student Chapter of IFMA: During my last year, I was voted as the club's Vice President by our student chapter. As the Vice President, I would assist the President in the decision making for the future of our club. We would discuss future meetings, club rushes, and future guests.
- Scholarship - Awarded by IFMA San Diego, IFMA San Fernando Valley, and the Academic Facilities Council of IFMA. In October of 2021, I was flown out on an all expenses paid trip to Orlando, Florida. I was one of the few students who earned a scholarship, and I was awarded at World Workplace 2021. I was given this scholarship because of the work that I have contributed to this field.
- Student Chapter of the Year Award - IFMA: After two years of very hard work, our student chapter was awarded the Student Chapter of the Year award at World Workplace 2019. Our student chapter went up against multiple universities and our hard work gave us the edge. Our club President and Vice President accepted this award in Phoenix, Arizona.
Certification
- Facility Management Professional - IFMA (Currently in progress and expected to complete in December 2023).
- Certified Associate of Project Management - PMI (In progress and expected to complete in November 2023).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Facilities Manager
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
01.2024 - 09.2025
Regional Lead Facility Coordinator
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
01.2023 - 01.2024
Facility Coordinator
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
07.2021 - 01.2023
Facility Coordinator Intern
Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
04.2021 - 07.2021
Office Administrator
Ace Ornamental
08.2018 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Facilities Management
Chaffey College
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Chaffey College
Bachelor of Science - Technology And Operations Management
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona