Matt Smith
86 Lander Dr, Ardmore ,OK
Summary
Seasoned Chief Engineer driven to improve hotel maintenance by applying advanced knowledge of operations, project management skills and team leadership abilities. Pursuing new professional challenges and career advancement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction and Maintenance Administrator
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with management to develop budgets for maintenance projects, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
- Ensured smooth transitions during staff changes by effectively documenting processes and procedures related to maintenance administration tasks.
- Conducted regular audits of maintenance activities to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Oversaw contractor selection process, ensuring proper vetting of potential service providers and alignment with company values and requirements.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventative maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
HVAC Technician
Driftwood Hospitality Management LLC
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers in hospitality industry.
Chief Engineer
Highgate Hotels Hilton Garden Inn
02.2016 - 09.2023
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Conducted routine and ongoing assessments of system operations by performing tests, rounds and analyzing data.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
- Reduced company expenditures and loss by implementing proactive maintenance procedures
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
Chief Engineer
Apollo Hospitality Firm
08.2014 - 02.2016
- Completed annual capital budgeting, invoice review and approval and weekly work schedules.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
- Optimized performance of facility machinery through calibration and repairs.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
Owner/Operator
Smith Lawn Care
04.2010 - Current
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Education
High School - General Studies
Ardmore High School
Skills
- Maintenance processes: Implement and complete preventative maintenance programs for all equipment used in daily hotel operations including HVAC, Electrical, Boiler Rooms and kitchen equipment
- Workflow planning: Plan and execute tasks including banquet setup and management, Preventative Maintenance of all hotel spaces including guestrooms as well as outside spaces and systems
- System integration: Making sure fire panels and all safety systems on property are fully functional and working in a secure fashion
- CMMS for tracking work orders and assets
Certification
CPR license
Certified pool operator
Class A CDL
Timeline
Construction and Maintenance Administrator
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2024 - Current
HVAC Technician
Driftwood Hospitality Management LLC
09.2023 - 03.2024
Chief Engineer
Highgate Hotels Hilton Garden Inn
02.2016 - 09.2023
Chief Engineer
Apollo Hospitality Firm
08.2014 - 02.2016
Owner/Operator
Smith Lawn Care
04.2010 - Current
High School - General Studies
Ardmore High School
Personal Information
Title: Chief Engineer
Certifications
08-2023
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