Lawrence Gluch
Bel Air,MD
Summary
Diligent professional with background in managing facilities and ensuring operational efficiency. Proven ability to oversee maintenance, contractors, and safety compliance. Demonstrated effective problem-solving and leadership skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Manager
Ripken Professional Baseball, LLC
04.2014 - 11.2025
- Developed the maintenance plan for Ripken Professional Baseball, LLC, and the City of Aberdeen, and adhered to the agreement by providing preventative and routine maintenance, required inspections, systems testing.
- Documented all tasks and provided weekly and quarterly reports.
- Maintenanced and oversaw all projects on electrical, plumbing, HVAC, HVACR.
- Oversaw operations on laundry equipment, elevators, generators, fire sprinkler systems, kitchen hoods fire suppression and Fire and Life Safety requirements.
- Oncall 24/7 for security monitoring, surveillance and fire alarms.
- Coordinated the disposal of trash and recycling.
- All fleet maintenance, repairs and registrations.
- Led all capital projects which included the convertion of the natural playing field to artificial turf, replacement of stadium railings, outfield videoboard, outfield scoreboard and four commercial rooftop HVAC units.
- Converted the parking lot and stadium field lamps to economical LED fixtures.
- Fullfiiled any Major League Baseball requirements, including the protective sidelines netting installation.
- Acted as Facilities Manager for the Ripken Baseball Youth Complex and Cal Sr.’s Yard Stadium for Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation until separation shared services in 2018.
Maintenance Technician
Bel Air Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2011 - 12.2014
- Diagnosed technical and mechanical problems, and made repairs as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to address urgent maintenance requests for patient care environments.
- Conducted routine inspections of facility systems to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Assisted in the maintenance and beautification of the building and grounds by providing a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Monitored and tested the emergency power system to ensure the availability of power to all entrances, exits, fire detection alarms, and extinguishing equipment, including life support systems.
- Kept all essential equipment in a safe operating condition, and applied all OSHA and MOSHA standards.
- Performed emergency call-back duties on a rotating basis.
- Assumed the duties of the Maintenance Director during his absence.
Operations Manager
Chesapeake Bay Homes
04.2009 - 10.2011
- Performed all operational duties for a custom and modular home builder, and residential remodeler.
- Streamlined and improved efficiency across multiple office duties.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, and employee payroll.
- Prepared customer and contractor proposals and contracts.
- Worked directly with customers in the showroom, estimated jobs, and drafted floor plans.
- Updated and maintained the website, and all social media pertaining to the company.
- Acted as Foreman/Superintendent for home remodeling, applying all OSHA and MOSHA standards.
- Assumed duties of Punch-Out Technician for new homes and warranty service.
Firefighter/Structural/Crash Rescue/Water Rescue
Department of Veterans Affairs
11.1994 - 04.2009
- Performed all duties and responsibilities as a structural firefighter at a 350-acre medical center campus.
- Carried out fire safety inspections of all buildings by testing both the sprinkler systems and the fire alarms.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises, applying the codes and standards from the National Fire Protection Association, JCAHO, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Building Officials and Code Administration.
- Over 2,000 hours of technical training and continued education directly correlated with building construction and building systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all emergency vehicles and equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, New JerseyFire Science
Community College of The Air Force
Dover, DelawareSkills
- Building maintenance
- Budgeting and financial management
- Building inspections
- Asset management
Certification
HVAC/R H.O.T
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Ripken Professional Baseball, LLC
04.2014 - 11.2025
Maintenance Technician
Bel Air Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2011 - 12.2014
Operations Manager
Chesapeake Bay Homes
04.2009 - 10.2011
Firefighter/Structural/Crash Rescue/Water Rescue
Department of Veterans Affairs
11.1994 - 04.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology
Mercer County Community College
Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force