Kirk Hare
MACOMB,IL
Summary
Ready, willing and able to take this challenging career move to Superintendent in the Building Services Department.
Bring 25 years of experience in the Janitorial Field, including 10 in the the private sector before coming to WIU.
This experience, combined with the relationships that have been built not only in this department, but the campus as a whole, has laid the groundwork for success and provided the leadership skills required for this position.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Services Supervisor/Inv. Record Control
Western Illinois University
03.2023 - Current
- Schedule the Trucking Crews for efficient and timely completion of 3,000+ Work Orders per year.
- Organize, supervise and complete all Event Set Up and Tear Down duties to support campus activities.
- Work cooperatively with the Campus Community to find solutions to their needs.
- Evaluated performance of associates and provided feedback on underperforming employees on ways to improve.
- Property Control responsibilities include:
- Oversight of warehouse, to include scheduling viewings for employees and keeping area organized.
- Work closely with CMS and provide documentation for approvals to scrap items, post items on I-Bid and donate to local non profits.
- Manage and organize the E Waste Recycle Program.
Deputy Director of Maintenance and Operations
Western Illinois University
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Determined agenda, developed plans and oversaw implementation of programs and updates.
- Improved coordination and communications across organization to increase operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with Superintendents and Departments to accomplish key objectives.
- Contributed to short- and long-term strategic planning and identified potential ways to increase customer service.
- Participated in Union Negotiations for our represented groups.
- Oversight of Work Order Control, the heart of Facility Management.
- Led Hiring Processes to bring new talent into key positions in Facility Management.
Building Services Supervisor
Western Illinois University
08.2011 - 07.2021
- Schedule the Trucking Crews for efficient and timely completion of the 3,000+ Work Orders processed each year.
- Responsible for the testing and evaluation of products and equipment, ensuring that educated purchasing decisions were made.
- Responsible for the research to document that all the disinfecting products used at WIU met the EPA List N for effectiveness against the Covid 19 Virus.
- Organize, supervise and complete all Set Up and Tear Down for campus events.
- Held responsibility for managing staff in all Residence Halls, GFH, Rec Center and University Union.
- Evaluated performance of associates and provided feedback for improvement.
- Covered the duties of my superiors in their absence.
Owner/Operator
ProClean
04.2004 - 11.2013
- Owned and Operated a profitable cleaning company that provided full scale cleaning services, carpet cleaning and wood floor restoration.
- Further developed the ability to quickly and accurately estimate labor, materials and time necessary to complete jobs.
- Provided me with additional "hands on" experience that allowed me to become an effective trainer.
Building Service Worker
Western Illinois University
12.2008 - 08.2011
- Provided Cleaning Services on all shifts and budgets.
- Built upon my previous knowledge and developed valuable insight into the daily structure and management of large scale cleaning operations.
Account Representative
Western Distributing Company
04.1996 - 12.2008
- Developed and maintained 100+ customers over an 80 mile service area.
- Provided in service training for customers on safety, proper chemical selection and use, equipment use and cleaning techniques.
- Provided in depth customer audits to establish ways to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Extensive product testing and evaluation.
- Learned the importance of Customer Service.
- Attended Conferences to extend my knowledge on topics to become a greater asset to my customers.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Lake Land College
Mattoon, ILNo Degree -
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, ILNo Degree -
Spoon River College
Macomb, ILBachelor of Arts - General Studies/ Minor in Sociology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12.2020
Skills
- Priority Management
- Schedule Development
- Building Relationships
- Customer Service
- Staff Development
- Communication
Certification
Macomb Business Academy Graduate 2019
APPA Supervisor Tool Kit Certification 2017
Western Illinois University Supervisor Training Certificate 2015
American Red Cross Instructor since 1993
ISSA Trade Show Attendee from 1997-2007
Numerous Spartan Chemical Training Certifications including Green Cleaning, Wood Floor Care and CompuClean Software (currently used by dept)
Licensed State of Illinois EMT from 1995-1999
Affiliations
Macomb Elks Lodge Member 25 years (have served those 25yrs as the Easter Bunny)
McDonough County Girls Softball League Board Member 15 years, Finished as President.
Macomb Bomber Booster Board Member 8 years
Catch A Star Learning Center Board Member 4 years
Timeline
Building Services Supervisor/Inv. Record Control
Western Illinois University
03.2023 - Current
Deputy Director of Maintenance and Operations
Western Illinois University
07.2021 - 03.2023
Building Services Supervisor
Western Illinois University
08.2011 - 07.2021
Building Service Worker
Western Illinois University
12.2008 - 08.2011
Owner/Operator
ProClean
04.2004 - 11.2013
Account Representative
Western Distributing Company
04.1996 - 12.2008
No Degree - General Studies
Lake Land College
No Degree -
Carl Sandburg College
No Degree -
Spoon River College
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies/ Minor in Sociology
Western Illinois University
Macomb Business Academy Graduate 2019
APPA Supervisor Tool Kit Certification 2017
Western Illinois University Supervisor Training Certificate 2015
American Red Cross Instructor since 1993
ISSA Trade Show Attendee from 1997-2007
Numerous Spartan Chemical Training Certifications including Green Cleaning, Wood Floor Care and CompuClean Software (currently used by dept)
Licensed State of Illinois EMT from 1995-1999
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