Matthew Larson
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Director with a proven track record at Sage Grove of Tiffany Springs, enhancing operational efficiency through strategic maintenance planning and contractor management. Expert in mechanical systems and safety protocols, I successfully implemented energy-saving initiatives, reducing costs by 15% while fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability among staff.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Director
Sage Grove of Tiffany Springs
Kansas City
08.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and longevity.
- Led a team of technicians, providing training and guidance on best practices for facility upkeep.
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate contracts and ensure timely delivery of services and supplies.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify repair needs, prioritizing tasks to maximize operational efficiency.
- Streamlined work order processes, reducing response times for maintenance requests across the facility.
- Collaborated with management to develop budgets for maintenance projects and resource allocations.
- Implemented energy-saving initiatives that improved sustainability efforts and reduced operational costs.
- Monitored building systems and directed preventive maintenance.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Verified building areas were working optimally and kept clean.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventative maintenance programs and coordinating repair projects.
- Implemented emergency response plans and procedures for facility-related incidents, ensuring a swift and coordinated approach to minimize impact.
Maintenance Director
Azria Health Olathe
Olathe, KS
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Conducted thorough evaluations of staff performance, offering feedback and opportunities for professional growth within the maintenance department.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Enhanced safety within the workplace by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and addressing issues promptly.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing training and guidance to ensure high-quality workmanship in all tasks performed.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Implemented energy-efficient solutions throughout facilities, resulting in cost savings and a reduced environmental impact.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw bidding and selection processes.
- Conducted training, licensing, and vehicle inspections for new employees.
- Supervised safety, prevention and fire protection programs.
- Established clear procedures for handling repairs, planning maintenance and completing building updates.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
Maintenance Director
Riverside Nursing And Rehab
Riverside, MO
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on industry standards and adapting policies as needed to meet requirements.
- Developed and implemented building operations and maintenance policies.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Implemented scheduled maintenance, retooling production status sheets and driving Number tasks to achieve scheduling effectiveness.
- Reduced downtime for equipment by streamlining maintenance procedures and optimizing scheduling processes.
- Managed outsourcing contracts for specialized services when necessary while continually monitoring quality control measures.
- Increased overall productivity through effective delegation of tasks based on individual strengths and expertise within the team.
- Optimized workflow by investing in cutting-edge tools and technology that improved efficiency across all maintenance functions.
- Collaborated with other department heads to identify areas for improvement in facility management and create long-term plans for success.
- Developed budgets for maintenance operations, effectively allocating resources to meet organizational goals and reduce costs.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and equipment, maintaining adequate stock to support efficient facility maintenance efforts.
Maintenance Director
Garden Valley Nursing
Kansas City, MO
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Organized routine staff meetings to discuss current projects, address concerns, and foster open communication among team members.
- Managed efficient teams of up to Number employees.
- Spearheaded cross-training initiatives that encouraged skill development among employees leading to increased versatility across the workforce.
- Developed and implemented employee incentive programs to promote top performance.
- Established strong vendor relationships to secure quality products and services at competitive prices, reducing overall expenses.
- Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
- Administered Type and Type maintenance requests and saw orders through to completion.
- Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages.
- Tracked maintenance activity using Type software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
- Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO12-2003
Associate of Arts - Gender Studies
Maple Woods Community College
Kansas City, MO12-2000
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Computerized maintenance management system
- Grounds maintenance
- Mechanical systems
- Safety protocols
- Safety management
- Maintenance planning
- Work order management
- Deadline management
- Contractor management
- Waste management
- Safety planning
- Safety enforcement
- Inventory monitoring
- Electrical systems
- Employee scheduling
- Equipment Repair
- Facility management
- Capital improvement projects
- System inspection
- Contractor oversight
- Facilities maintenance
Timeline
Maintenance Director
Sage Grove of Tiffany Springs
08.2024 - Current
Maintenance Director
Azria Health Olathe
04.2022 - 08.2024
Maintenance Director
Riverside Nursing And Rehab
03.2021 - 04.2022
Maintenance Director
Garden Valley Nursing
11.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Management
Missouri State University
Associate of Arts - Gender Studies
Maple Woods Community College