JONATHAN O. PATTERSON
Broadview
Summary
Facilities leader with 24 years in custodial and maintenance management across public and private sectors. Managed a $50 million capital budget and led large-scale projects, boosting cleanliness standards and team morale. Committed to creating safe, efficient environments that support the success of the school community.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES
Echo Joint Agreement
South Holland
12.2025 - Current
- Oversaw vendor relationships, coordinated custodial supply management and operational resources, and controlled costs within supply chain operations.
- Ensure custodial teams are equipped to maintain healthy and welcoming a healthy and welcoming learning environment for students and staff.
- Facilities Operations & Maintenance: manage work orders (EMS) using automated system, inspect facilities, evaluate building cleanliness, oversee repairs & cleaning.
- Ensured compliance with Health Life Safety (HLS), ALICE, ADA, and building codes by updating inspections, signage, permitting, and reporting.
- Coordinated with departments to facilitate successful execution of plans and implement changes.
- The ability to work with all levels of management, stay mindful of elevator certificates, evaluate information from meetings, and provide the necessary updates for facilities to be successful.
- Leadership: Evaluate staff, provide leadership by modeling, and evaluating how to improve all levels of staff for capacity building, provide a strategic plan, leading by example, provide training by outside vendors on the newest products.
- Delegated new responsibilities to team members to ensure effective task distribution.
- Led training sessions for staff on emergency procedures and facility usage.
- Conducted regular inspections to assess facility conditions and identify maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with administrators to create efficient space utilization plans for events.
- Analyzed data collected during monthly walkthroughs conducted by Facility Managers across multiple locations.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance visits by outside contractors for periodic servicing of equipment such as HVAC units or elevators.
- Oversaw the installation, repair and maintenance of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and other equipment.
- Evaluated bids submitted by contractors offering services related to construction or remodeling projects at organization sites.
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & GROUNDS
SCHOOL DISTRICT 89
MAYWOOD
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Directed custodial and maintenance operations across 13 buildings totaling over 5 million sq. ft.
- Supervised a team of 50+ staff, managed districtwide supplies and equipment, oversaw daily operations, vendor contracts, and budget controls.
- Managed district vehicles, tools, gas cards, and purchasing agreements, fostering positive team culture through regular meetings and staff recognition events.
- Project coordination - led daily, weekly, and monthly stakeholder meetings; maintained punch lists; and provided consistent project updates to Administrators and Contractors.
- Work order management - oversaw the SchoolDude work-order system to ensure timely response and resolution of building needs.
- Communication & Stakeholder engagement - maintained effective communication with project teams through scheduled emails, calls, and meetings to ensure alignment and timely completion of work.
- Continuous improvement - identified opportunities to streamline processes, improve project timelines, and enhance operational efficiency across all facilities.
- Directed educational programs aligning with district goals and community needs.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for district-wide projects.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
- Identified and implemented improvements in operational performance metrics to support district goals.
- Negotiated agreements with external partners such as contractors or consultants.
- Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and business growth.
- Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
- Streamlined supply chain management to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & GROUNDS
School District #89
Maywood
06.2018 - 05.2023
- Led strategic planning sessions to enhance educational programs and services.
- Developed and managed a team of 40 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Developed protocols for handling confidential information within the organization.
- Supervised junior staff, fostering professional development and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
HEAD CUSTODIAN (FORMER UNION PRESIDENT)
School District #89
Maywood
02.2014 - 06.2018
- Supervised daily cleaning operations in classrooms and common areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
- Managed custodial staff schedules and assignments for efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Trained new custodial staff on procedures and equipment use.
- Led SEIU union activities to advocate for member rights and benefits.
NIGHT CUSTODIAN
School District #89
Maywood
04.2002 - 01.2014
Education
PRESIDENT -
LINDOP SCHOOL BOARD
01-2029
INSTRUCTOR -
ALICE CERTIFIED
01-2026
MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR FACILITIES ENGINEERING -
ASSOCIATION FOR FACILITIES ENGINEERING (AFE)
01-2022
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISORS -
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISORS (CPS)
01-2022
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL MAINTENANCE MANAGER -
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL MAINTENANCE MANAGER (CPMM)
01-2021
BLOODBOURNE PATHOGEN TRAINING -
JANIKING
01-2014
FRANCHISE OWNER - Fortune 100&500 -
Janiking
01-2014
FACILITIES OPERATIONS PROGRAM -
ASSOCIATION FOR FACILITIES ENGINEERING (AFE)
Skills
- Facilities operations
- Building maintenance
- Work order management
- Disaster preparedness
- Pest control
- Planning and organizing
- Solution-oriented
- Excellent communication
- Quick thinker
- IASBO Instructor
Timeline
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES
Echo Joint Agreement
12.2025 - Current
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & GROUNDS
SCHOOL DISTRICT 89
06.2023 - 11.2025
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & GROUNDS
School District #89
06.2018 - 05.2023
HEAD CUSTODIAN (FORMER UNION PRESIDENT)
School District #89
02.2014 - 06.2018
NIGHT CUSTODIAN
School District #89
04.2002 - 01.2014
PRESIDENT -
LINDOP SCHOOL BOARD
INSTRUCTOR -
ALICE CERTIFIED
MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR FACILITIES ENGINEERING -
ASSOCIATION FOR FACILITIES ENGINEERING (AFE)
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISORS -
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISORS (CPS)
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL MAINTENANCE MANAGER -
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL MAINTENANCE MANAGER (CPMM)
BLOODBOURNE PATHOGEN TRAINING -
JANIKING
FRANCHISE OWNER - Fortune 100&500 -
Janiking
FACILITIES OPERATIONS PROGRAM -
ASSOCIATION FOR FACILITIES ENGINEERING (AFE)