Jorge Soto
Tampa,FL
Summary
Experience talented and knowledgeable Assistant Chief Engineer maintenance/ technician with over 8 years of accumulated experience in every phase of building maintenance. Responsible for all phases of assigned projects, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost. Performs analysis to develop design options or recommendation for maintaining and improving, structures, processes and equipment. Responds to residents requests in a professional manner performs administrative reports accurately.
Professional maintenance expert prepared for leadership roles, offering significant experience in facility management. Skilled in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable with proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
First Services Residential
09.2022 - Current
- Supervised maintenance team to ensure optimal functionality of equipment and facilities.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to extend asset lifespan.
- Coordinated emergency repairs, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends and inform decision-making processes.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies, optimizing stock levels for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate service contracts, enhancing cost-effectiveness of services.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, resulting in improved workflow and reduced response times.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services, maintaining strong working relationships.
Assistant Chief Engineer
FirstService Residential Continuum South Tower
02.2019 - Current
- Perform routine maintenance to determine damages, repairs and replacements
- VFD Variable frequencies drives.
- Cooling tower, closing loop open loop, HVAC Experience, EPA.
- Prioritize, plan and assign daily work duties to engineering staffs.
- Manage all expenses within the allotted budget.
- Perform routine maintenance to determine damages, repairs and replacements.
- Assist Chief Engineer in installation and maintenance of the architectural, mechanical and electrical systems.
- Assist in employee recruiting, training, performance evaluation, termination and promotion activities.
- Communicate overall condition of engineering systems to Chief Manager on regular basis.
- Assist engineering staff to process customer requests promptly and accurately.
- Plan, coordinate and execute renovation projects.
- Responded quickly and in a professional manner to residents' requests for service.
Maintenance Supervisor
FirstService Residential
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Supervised maintenance teams to ensure timely completion of residential service requests.
- Coordinated vendor services for landscaping, plumbing, and electrical work to maintain property standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and maintenance best practices.
- Conducted regular inspections of residential properties to identify maintenance needs and compliance issues.
- Developed and maintained inventory management systems for tools and equipment efficiency.
Maintenance Technician
FirstService Residential Continuum South Tower
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Answered service calls during and after business hours.
- Performed minor carpentry inside apartments to repair damage and update facilities.
- Performed maintenance on residentials AC machines and fixtures and kitchen components.
- Repaired apartment facades and interior spaces.
- Coordinate with outside vendors for large installs and complex repairs.
- Changing carpets.
- Boiler Room, Generator Room and Fire Pump Room inspection.
- Supply and return water temps.
- Waverly on lake Eola
Building Maintenance Technician
Lakeside Luxury Apartments
11.2014 - 10.2016
- Was responsible for maintenance and inspection of boiler room.
- Performed routine inspections of basement roof and building exterior and performed maintenance before small problems became costly ones.
- Maintained and inspected sprinklers alarms and carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.
- Performed basic rodent and pest control and made recommendations when professionals should be called in.
- Cleared drains and sewer lines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Dade College
01.2012
Skills
- VFD Variable frequencies drives
- Cooling tower, closing loop open loop, HVAC Experience, EPA
- Mechanical aptitude
- Physical strength and stamina
- Fluent in both English and Spanish
- Understands importance of preventative maintenance
- Maintains confidentiality of residents WORK
- Boiler
- Employee Evaluation
- Plumbing
- Facilities Maintenance
- Project Coordination
- Supervising experience
- Maintenance
- HVAC
- Maintenance management
- Mentoring
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Maintenance planning
- Work order management
- Staff management
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
First Services Residential
09.2022 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
FirstService Residential
01.2021 - 09.2022
Assistant Chief Engineer
FirstService Residential Continuum South Tower
02.2019 - Current
Maintenance Technician
FirstService Residential Continuum South Tower
10.2016 - 12.2018
Building Maintenance Technician
Lakeside Luxury Apartments
11.2014 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Miami Dade College
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