Joseph Dansette
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic Chief Engineer with a proven track record at The Philadelphia Owners Association, excelling in project management and team leadership. Expert in troubleshooting and implementing innovative maintenance processes, enhancing operational efficiency and equipment reliability. Recognized for fostering collaboration and mentoring junior engineers, driving successful project completions within budget and schedule constraints.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Engineer
The Philadelphia Owners Association
Philadelphia, PA
11.2003 - Current
- Led engineering projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented innovative engineering solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and improve collaboration.
- Established maintenance protocols to optimize system performance and reliability.
- 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.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
- Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within budget and schedule constraints.
- Used [Software] to prepare weekly reports regarding technical status of facilities.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
- Completed annual capital budgeting, invoice review and approval and weekly work schedules.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
The Philadelphian Owners Ass.
Philadelphia, PA
11.2003 - Current
- Led maintenance team in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues across multiple systems.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and longevity.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for equipment repair and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely procurement of parts, ensuring minimal downtime for operations.
- Developed and maintained documentation of maintenance activities, improving process transparency.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify potential hazards and enforce safety compliance.
- Streamlined reporting processes, facilitating better communication between maintenance staff and management.
- Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
- Maintained a safe work environment, ensuring compliance with all OSHA regulations and company policies.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Learning Center
Philadelphia, PA06-1991
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Project management
- Safety meetings
- Safety management
- Maintenance processes
- Equipment operation
- Team direction
- HVAC
- Equipment monitoring
- Workflow planning
- Facility management
- Infrastructure management
- Maintenance planning
- Emergency plans & procedures
- Computer skills
- Blueprints and schematics
- Inspections
- Schematic reading
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Request for proposals rfps
Timeline
Chief Engineer
The Philadelphia Owners Association
11.2003 - Current
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
The Philadelphian Owners Ass.
11.2003 - Current
High School Diploma -
Franklin Learning Center