Joseph Ortiz
Summary
During my time in my current role, I have excelled at task completion and troubleshooting building systems for repair or replacement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Engineer (non union)
Abm Engineering
Walnut Creek, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Maintained building systems and equipment for optimal performance.
- Conducted regular inspections and identified maintenance needs.
- Responded promptly to tenant requests and facility emergencies.
- Repaired and installed split systems, chillers and boilers.
- Reduced maintenance costs with regular preventive maintenance checks on HVAC equipment and systems.
- Operated and maintained air handling units to ensure optimal indoor air quality.
- Conducted regular inspections and preventative maintenance on air handling equipment.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex HVAC system failures, restoring functionality promptly.
Utility Engineer (local 39 Union)
Metro Engineering Services
South San Francisco, CA
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Performed daily rounds on Core and Shell (House equipment)
- Maintained cleanness in fire pump,MPOE, and electrical rooms.
- Assisted stationary engineers in daily task. such as HVAC preventive maintenance, fire life safety, vender access, and day to day service calls.
Building Engineer (non union)
CBRE
South San Francisco, CA
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed preventive maintenance and corrective repair to maintain buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and summoned additional assistance to mitigate potentially hazardous situations.
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues, applying technical expertise to efficiently diagnose problems and implement solutions.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
Operations Team Leader
Raleys
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Assisted with development and implementation of quality controls, productivity standards and compliance guidelines.
- Contacted and directed vendors in daily work list throughout the store.
Assitant Team Leader
Raleys
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Conferred with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
Meat Apprentice
Raleys
11.2016 - 10.2017
- Closely monitored display and refrigerator temperatures to ensure safety and quality of products.
- Greeted customers and took orders, advising on characteristics of various cuts and product availability in-store, completing orders and processing payments.
Utility Clerk
Raleys
11.2014 - 11.2016
- Responded to store associate requests for assistance announced over store intercom system, supporting floor operations.
- Transported equipment and inventory throughout store, pushing carts and carrying boxes with heavy loads.
- Repaired minor issues with store equipment, maintained shelf conditions and changed light bulbs.
Maintenance Apprentice
Creative Builders
09.2012 - 10.2014
- Handled routine cosmetic updates such as painting walls and replacing outdated fixtures.
- Replaced worn and damaged parts to keep maintenance equipment fully functional.
Wharehouse Operator/Mechanic
villa wine distrubution
07.2011 - 08.2012
- Assessed and corrected jams in equipment.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
Education
Certificate - Basic Electrical
IUOE 39
San Francisco, CAEPA Universal Certified - Refrigeration
Mainstream Engineering Cooperation
South San Francisco, CAFire Pump Certified
Cal Fire
San Francisco, CAArmijo High School
Fairfield, CASkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Safety procedures
- Motor controls
- Chiller maintenance
- Fire life safety
- Pneumatics systems
- Soldering experience
- Lighting experience
- Controls experience
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Building Engineer (non union)
Abm Engineering
11.2025 - Current
Utility Engineer (local 39 Union)
Metro Engineering Services
02.2024 - 08.2025
Building Engineer (non union)
CBRE
01.2023 - 02.2024
Operations Team Leader
Raleys
10.2019 - 01.2023
Assitant Team Leader
Raleys
10.2017 - 10.2019
Meat Apprentice
Raleys
11.2016 - 10.2017
Utility Clerk
Raleys
11.2014 - 11.2016
Maintenance Apprentice
Creative Builders
09.2012 - 10.2014
Wharehouse Operator/Mechanic
villa wine distrubution
07.2011 - 08.2012
Armijo High School
Fire Pump Certified
Cal Fire
EPA Universal Certified - Refrigeration
Mainstream Engineering Cooperation
Certificate - Basic Electrical
IUOE 39