Juan Sandoval
Carpentersville
Summary
Experienced Facilities and Custodial Operations Manager with over 18 years of progressive leadership experience overseeing custodial, maintenance, grounds, and facility operations across K-12 school districts and higher education environments. Proven ability to manage multi-site operations, supervise large custodial teams, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with operational standards. Skilled in Building Automation Systems (BAS), preventive maintenance coordination, staffing oversight, payroll administration, inventory management, seasonal operations, and customer-focused service delivery.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
RJB Properties, Inc.
Villa Park, IL
07.2018 - Current
- Oversee daily custodial and facilities operations across multiple school buildings.
- Manage custodial staff performance, scheduling, attendance, payroll coordination, disciplinary actions, hiring approvals, and employee development.
- Maintain positive working relationships with district administrators and building occupants through responsive communication and operational support.
- Utilize Building Automation Systems (BAS) to monitor HVAC systems, classroom temperatures, boilers, pumps, thermostats, dampers, and ventilation systems.
- Coordinate seasonal facility operations including snow removal, lawn maintenance, equipment inspections, and grounds management.
- Manage parking lot snow plowing, salting operations, and weather response coordination to ensure safe school access during winter conditions.
- Oversee preventive maintenance programs including filter replacement schedules, lighting inspections, playground safety checks, and exterior facility inspections.
- Coordinate summer operational transitions including HVAC summer/winter mode adjustments and chiller monitoring.
- Supervise the movement and operation of district-owned lifts, trailers, lawn equipment, snow blowers, and maintenance tools.
- Maintain payroll tracking spreadsheets and communicate payroll and additional billing information to senior leadership bi-weekly.
- Provide monthly supply inventory reporting and operational support for district-wide ordering and distribution.
Project Manager
RJB Properties, Inc.
Crystal Lake, IL
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Directed day-to-day custodial and facility operations for higher education campus environments.
- Managed custodial teams, training initiatives, inspections, scheduling, and customer service response efforts.
- Oversaw inventory management, staffing coordination, and operational reporting.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, client expectations, and operational standards.
Night Supervisor
RJB Properties, Inc.
Crystal Lake, IL
07.2012 - 06.2015
- Supervised evening custodial operations and ensured completion of daily cleaning schedules.
- Conducted inspections and maintained quality control standards across campus facilities.
- Assisted with employee mentoring, training, scheduling, and operational support.
Night Supervisor
RJB Properties, Inc.
Huntley, IL
07.2008 - 06.2012
- Managed nightly custodial operations across school facilities.
- Supervised custodial personnel and ensured facilities were maintained to district standards.
- Assisted with maintenance coordination, inspections, inventory management, and staff development.
Education
High School Diploma - Equivalent
Skills
- Facilities Operations Management
- Custodial Operations
- Building Automation Systems (BAS)
- Preventive Maintenance
- HVAC Monitoring & Coordination
- Boiler & Mechanical Systems Oversight
- Snow Removal & Grounds Operations
- Staff Supervision & Leadership
- Employee Training & Development
- Payroll Administration
- Inventory & Supply Management
- Customer Relations
- Safety & Compliance
- Operational Efficiency
- Multi-Site Management
- Scheduling & Workforce Coordination
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Excellent client communication and relationship management
- Ability to manage high-pressure operational environments
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Proactive problem-solving and operational planning
- Extensive experience in educational facility environments
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Building Automation System (BAS) monitoring and operational adjustments
- Boiler, pump, valve, thermostat, and HVAC oversight
- Snow plowing and ice management operations
- Grounds maintenance and landscaping coordination
- Playground and exterior safety inspections
- Lighting and fixture maintenance coordination
- Summer maintenance and classroom painting projects
- Equipment transportation and logistics coordination
- Special event operational support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Project Manager
RJB Properties, Inc.
07.2018 - Current
Project Manager
RJB Properties, Inc.
07.2015 - 06.2018
Night Supervisor
RJB Properties, Inc.
07.2012 - 06.2015
Night Supervisor
RJB Properties, Inc.
07.2008 - 06.2012