Albert Barajas
Summary
Driven Bi-lingual Chief Engineer offering 20 years of supervising and executing direct preventive and corrective maintenance. In-depth knowledge of general repairs and new system installations combined with business-oriented perspective. Familiar with all facets of design, construction and implementation. Working knowledge of energy saving management programs through HVAV systems and lighting products available within the industry
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Engineer
Holt Lunsford
Addison, TX
08.2011 - Current
- Responsible for two class A buildings totaling 220,000 sf
- Estimated all projects, responded to work orders and oversaw construction projects
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
Chief Engineer
UT Southwestern
Dallas, TX
02.2007 - 08.2011
- Responsibilities included estimating all projects, overseeing construction, and supervising all engineering staff for a 285,000 sf facility
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance
- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management
Assistant Chief Engineer
Stream Realty Exchange Park
Dallas, TX
03.2000 - 03.2007
- Responsible for estimating projects and scheduling of a 1,130,220 sf building
- Developed budgets and project plans considering costs for time and materials
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and support for engineering staff members
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance
Building Engineer
Transwestern Property Company
Dallas, TX
06.1993 - 11.1997
- Responsibilities included operating and maintaining water chiller, cooling towers, pump heat exchanges, air handling equipment, fans, automatic temperature controls, electrical switch gear, distribution switch boards and panels, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, valves, and other mechanical and electrical equipment in the building
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment such as filtration systems changes, lubrication, inspection, adjustments on belts and pulleys, cleaning of boiler and condenser tubes, cooling tower maintenance, light fixture ballast replacement, and bearing replacement
- Maintained open lines of communication with tenants regarding planned maintenance activities or emergency situations requiring immediate attention
Assistant Engineer
Transwestern Property Company
Dallas, TX
01.1992 - 06.1993
- Answered daily calls for tenants in a 273,000 sqft office building
- Worked with the chief engineer on answering hot calls, cold calls, lock, rekey, and light bulbs
- Performed checks on equipment chillers, generator, domestic water pumps and cooling tower
- Contributed to successful project completion by assisting with on-site inspections, testing, and quality control measures
Education
GED -
North Dallas High School
Dallas, TX05.1993
Certification
- Certificate Training on Hazard Communication
- Certificate Training on Lockout/Tag out
- EPA Universal Refrigerant License
- BOMA Class on 1996 Building Control Systems
- BOMA HVAC 101 seminar
Timeline
Chief Engineer
Holt Lunsford
08.2011 - Current
Chief Engineer
UT Southwestern
02.2007 - 08.2011
Assistant Chief Engineer
Stream Realty Exchange Park
03.2000 - 03.2007
Building Engineer
Transwestern Property Company
06.1993 - 11.1997
Assistant Engineer
Transwestern Property Company
01.1992 - 06.1993
GED -
North Dallas High School