Mauricio Gonzalez
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Highly experienced facilities and building operations professional with extensive background supporting Class “A” commercial office towers, healthcare facilities, manufacturing clean rooms, and high-rise properties. Educated in Electronics and HVAC Engineering Technology with additional coursework toward a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Holds BOMA SMA and SMT designations and advanced training in building automation systems, mechanical codes, and life-safety regulations. Proven expertise in energy management strategies, preventive and corrective maintenance planning, and optimizing equipment performance to improve reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for strong analytical skills, operational leadership, and the ability to manage complex building systems in mission-critical environments.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Newmark
San Antonio, Texas
01.2013 - 01.2026
- Responsible of Tesoro/Marathon Main Headquarters and data center located in Schertz Texas. Overseen the maintenance
- UPS, backup generator and chillers for redundancy of pipeline operation.
- Project manager responsible for construction, renovation. Work with Safety director implementing programs and controls reducing accidents issuing high risk work permits for contractors under my full supervision.
Operations Engineer
Ascension Seton Northwest Health Plaza
Austin, Texas
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Achieved efficient operation service and maintenance of multiple healthcare facilities in Austin by supervising a team of 8 maintenance personnel.
- Developed and executed preventive maintenance programs, optimizing equipment inventory management through web-based systems.
- Coordinated contractor activities daily, ensuring effective communication with general manager.
- Streamlined daily work orders and conducted thorough inspections of HVAC systems, elevators, fire protection, and safety equipment.
Operations HVAC/Electrical Maintenance Park and Recreation department
COA
Austin, Texas
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Responsible for the operation service, maintenance of all parks, museums, and recreation commercial buildings in Austin.
- Supervised a crew of electricians, plumbers, and maintenance personnel. Developed asset management inventory on all buildings equipment using the Micromain system.
- Coordinated contractors on a daily basis as project manager. Conducted daily work orders and routine inspections, elevators, fire protection and safety.
Chief Engineer
Colonial Properties Inc.
Austin, Texas
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Achieved seamless operation of two commercial class A high-rise office buildings through effective maintenance and management. Delivered successful tenant improvement projects by reviewing contracts and supervising completion. Led a team of four full-time employees to optimize daily operations and collaborated with remote management for enhanced support.
Operations Manager
Connaught Inc.
Philadelphia, PA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Achieved seamless daily operations and successful renovations of a 24-hour multi-tenant high-rise class A building.
- Delivered effective design integration and installation of a new HVAC system while coordinating structural modifications in the central plant.
- Led a team of 20 full-time employees and construction personnel, optimizing operating budgets and approving bids for the owner.
- Generated comprehensive energy reports to support project efficiency and sustainability.
Facilities Manager / Property Manager
Landmark Associates of Austin, Connaught Inc.
Austin, Texas
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Oversaw operations and management of multiple commercial class A high-rise office buildings.
- Directed tenant improvement phases and negotiated contracts for project execution.
- Supervised a team of 10 employees to ensure efficient daily operations and provided guidance to staff across different management levels.
HVAC Specialist/ Facilities Manager
Tokyo Electron Texas, Inc.
Austin, Texas
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Directed operations of facilities plant, overseeing a team of 8 shift personnel. Led installation of apogee digital controls to enhance system efficiency. Attended certified protocol classes to maintain equipment standards. Contributed to strategic planning for building maintenance programs and staffing needs. Achieved human resources internal certification to manage personnel reviews and departmental procedures.
- Member of the Safety emergency respond team. Responsible of programming all functions of the automated energy system and all related equipment such as process cooling water, ultra-pure water, ultra pure IPA, and all related chip manufacturing equipment as well as coordinate the security and fire systems daytime crew including the fire control system.
- Responsible for the 24 hr monitoring of the manufacturer plant and schedule preventive maintenance work and keep online equipment that interconnects to other plants in Japan. Reduced electricity usage by 20% by programming and staging equipment during different work shifts. Recommend and installed water misters to reduce head pressure on air force chillers and unload during peak demand hours.
Assistant Chief Engineer/ Chief Engineer
Equity Office Properties
Austin, Texas
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Assisted in managing operations of a 504874 class 'A' high-rise office building and a 9-story parking garage with 871 spaces. Supported installation and budgeting for direct digital controls during construction and renovation phases. Trained staff on job responsibilities and supervised a 24-hour security operation, cleaning maintenance crew, and fire and life safety equipment improvements, including annual fire drills with the fire marshal. Coordinated in-house cleaning through janitorial services and managed landscaping and maintenance of a 14-foot tall, 250-foot long waterfall.
Assistant Chief Engineer
F.I.C. Properties
Austin, Texas
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Directed HVAC and ventilation operations for a Class A high-rise office building and a 350,000 square foot suburban office facility. Collaborated with property and facilities managers to implement construction and renovation policies in the Austin area. Oversaw the performance of reciprocating chillers and control units to ensure operational efficiency.
HVAC Mechanic / lead engineer
Omni Hotels
Austin, Texas
01.1990 - 01.1993
- Maintained refrigeration equipment, including operation of chillers, refrigeration racks, and icemakers.
- Supported maintenance and renovation efforts for high-rise condominiums across all phases.
- Assisted with operation of water softeners, high-pressure steam boilers, triplex pump systems, and electrical controls for commercial units.
- Trained new engineers and provided assistance with EPA certifications.
Installer
Self – Employed
Austin, Texas
01.1988 - 01.1990
- Assisted with installation and maintenance of commercial and residential HVAC systems. Provided support and guidance on heat load calculations for residential and commercial projects.
Education
Certification - Bacnet programming and installation of DDC controls
Automated Logic Controls
01.2011
Uniform Mechanical code State (Texas) Health department standards, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): Life Safe Code, Universal Building Code
Austin Community collage
01.2002
Certified - ISO procedures in manufacturing facilities
ISO
01.2001
Certification - Apogee DDC Operation and installation for manufacturing applications and programming
Apogee/Insight 3.0
01.2001
Training - DI and R.O water systems
Ultra pure & Industrial services
01.2001
Certification - System maintenance technician and System Maintenance Administrator
Building Owners and Manager Institute
01.1998
Business Administration minor degree - undefined
St. Edward’s University
Austin, Texas01.1990
Associate to Applied Science Degree - Air conditioning Technology
Texas State University
Harlingen, Texas01.1988
Major - Electric engineer
Technical school of Electronics of Monterrey
01.1986
Major - Biology science
Institute of Technology of Monterrey
01.1984
High School - ESL
St. Stephen Episcopal school
Austin, Texas01.1982
ESL - high school
Presbyterian Pan American school
Kingsville, TX01.1981
Skills
- Commercial building maintenance, construction, and renovation experience
- Reading and interpreting engineering plans, blueprints, schematics, and specifications
- Operation and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, chillers, boilers, fire pumps, emergency generators, and life-safety systems
- Advanced DDC controls programming and networking (Kreuter, Delta, Andover)
- Building automation systems (BAS) and energy management systems
- Refrigeration systems, power distribution, complex electronics, and electrical motors
- Water treatment systems, chemical testing, cooling tower processes, and sewer systems
- Fire sprinkler systems, pumps, and NFPA Life Safety Code compliance
- Emergency preparedness, building emergency analysis, and corrective actions
- Preventive and predictive maintenance program development
- Maintenance procedures, logs, and support service documentation
- Heat load calculations, clean room protocols, and energy analysis
- Maintenance analysis systems and efficiency improvement recommendations
- Advanced troubleshooting of electrical circuitry and electronic equipment
- Mathematical calculations for air/water flow, pump horsepower, and electrical usage
- Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- MP2, Micro-Main MS200, DataStream
- AutoCAD, Visio, computer-aided design (CAD)
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- BAS/EMS platforms: Andover, Continuum, Apogee, Delta, Kreuter
- Carrier Comfort Controls, York, Honeywell, Johnson Controls
- Quicken Books, Energy Management Systems (CNN, 2020)
- Education in Industrial Engineering and Management
- Commercial Property Administration (SMA, SMT)
- BOMA training
- Boiler operation and maintenance
- Knowledge of Texas Health Department standards
- OSHA, EPA, State Boiler Law, Hazardous Waste Removal guidelines
- Universal Building Code (UBC) and NFPA standards
- Occupational health and safety program development and enforcement
- Variance reporting, budgeting, cash flow analysis, and maintenance policies
- Development and revision of operating procedures and service programs
- Planning, delegating, supervising, and evaluating staff performance
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication across all organizational levels
- Ability to communicate facility issues during routine and emergency situations
- Strong attention to detail and extended concentration for diagnostics and repairs
- Manual dexterity for servicing, testing, and repairing machinery and equipment
Certification
- McKenzie Equipment Company 2002 - 2002 Certification on screw type oil free air compressors
- George Fisher welding 2002 - 2002 Certification in orbital welding IR 63 stainless steel and socket fusion
- Johnson Controls 2001 - 2001 Certification class on EMS controls for HVAC equipment.
- Haz-mat certification 2001 - 2001 Certification hands on emergency procedures on bacteria, chemical spills and first aid response procedures.
- ISO 2001 2001 -2001 Certificate of completion curse in ISO procedures in manufacturing facilities.
- Apogee/Insight 3.3 2000 -2000 Certification on Apogee DDC Operation and installation for manufacturing applications
- Northern Computers/Winpack 2000 - 2000 Certification class on Winpack security system and badge making.
- Culligan 2000 -2000 R.O / Ultra-pure/and process water systems
- Building Owners and Manager Institute 1996 - 1998 System maintenance technician and System Maintenance Administrator GPA: 3.5/4.0
- Kreuter 1995 -1995 Certification on installation and programming of DDC Kreuter controls.
- EPA Universal certification Universal certification 1990
- Backflow Inspector 2010 Certification and license on backflow inspections.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Newmark
01.2013 - 01.2026
Operations Engineer
Ascension Seton Northwest Health Plaza
01.2012 - 01.2013
Operations HVAC/Electrical Maintenance Park and Recreation department
COA
01.2010 - 01.2012
Chief Engineer
Colonial Properties Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2010
Operations Manager
Connaught Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2009
Facilities Manager / Property Manager
Landmark Associates of Austin, Connaught Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2006
HVAC Specialist/ Facilities Manager
Tokyo Electron Texas, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2002
Assistant Chief Engineer/ Chief Engineer
Equity Office Properties
01.1995 - 01.2000
Assistant Chief Engineer
F.I.C. Properties
01.1993 - 01.1995
HVAC Mechanic / lead engineer
Omni Hotels
01.1990 - 01.1993
Installer
Self – Employed
01.1988 - 01.1990
Uniform Mechanical code State (Texas) Health department standards, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): Life Safe Code, Universal Building Code
Austin Community collage
Certified - ISO procedures in manufacturing facilities
ISO
Certification - Apogee DDC Operation and installation for manufacturing applications and programming
Apogee/Insight 3.0
Training - DI and R.O water systems
Ultra pure & Industrial services
Certification - System maintenance technician and System Maintenance Administrator
Building Owners and Manager Institute
Business Administration minor degree - undefined
St. Edward’s University
Associate to Applied Science Degree - Air conditioning Technology
Texas State University
Major - Electric engineer
Technical school of Electronics of Monterrey
Major - Biology science
Institute of Technology of Monterrey
High School - ESL
St. Stephen Episcopal school
ESL - high school
Presbyterian Pan American school
Certification - Bacnet programming and installation of DDC controls
Automated Logic Controls