Michael Goins
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
-Seasoned Plant Engineering Manager and Life Safety Director adept at smooth, efficient facility operations, and Life Safety staff training and implementation.
-Experienced leader and program manager with very successful nine-year history in this role, and thirty-six year history in the construction industry with familiarization in all major trades.
-Clear communicator, decision maker, and problem solver.
-Organized and dependable, efficient at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
-Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet and exceed goals.
-Thirty-six year experience with inspectors/surveyors, proficient at quickly creating a positive encounter and relationship with each.
My supervisors have received countless compliments from inspectors regarding this ability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Engineering Manager and Life Safety Director
Hill Valley Healthcare - Guggenheimer Heath
Lynchburg, VA
11.2014 - Current
- Organized and managed maintenance staff to fulfill requirements via scheduling and delegation.
- Drafted preventive maintenance schedules around avoiding service disruptions and equipment breakdowns.
- Maintained open communication channels to verify prescribed operational levels for equipment and tasks.
- Remained abreast of new and emerging industry regulations and guidelines for plant operations.
- Audited and trained maintenance personnel to verify presence of necessary skills and competencies.
- Served as point of contact during plant emergencies, overseeing disaster recovery and expediting restoration efforts.
- Prepared performance appraisals of plan personnel, highlighting exceptional performances and illustrating remedial requirements.
- Complied with applicable mechanical and electrical regulatory standards for plant operation.
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Presented project information and status updates to supervisors and fielded concerns.
- Recruited, placed and oversaw project staff for optimal project results.
- Skilled at working independently or collaboratively in team environment.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Work well in team settings, providing support and guidance.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
- Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Life Safety Director
Hill Valley Healthcare - Guggenheimer Health
Lynchburg, VA
11.2014 - Current
- Built a culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards.
- Developed and implemented safety tracking, training and management programs for the facility.
- Trained staff in Disaster Emergency Preparedness and fire safety procedures.
- Developed plans to keep equipment in good working order, replace worn items and plan updates.
- Conducted safety training and education to staff to increase awareness of safety hazards and procedures.
- Inspected work areas for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify potential hazards to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Provided guidance and resources to staff to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
- Responded to any emergencies as needed.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management to provide current information.
- Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.
- Liaised with management and staff to enable smooth communication regarding safety procedures.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Provided new-staff Life Safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Developed outstanding working relationships with specialty contractors to provide excellent quality and performance when called upon.
Skills
- Project Bids
- Site Surveys
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Plant Operations
- Project Management
- Technical Documentation
- Industry Standards
- Environmental Engineering
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Maintaining Clean Safe Work Areas
- Training Procedures
- Telecommunications Systems
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Technical Investigations
- Corrective Actions
- Customer Satisfaction
- Task Prioritization
- Active Listening
- Emergency Maintenance
- Rough and Finish Carpentry Skills
- Routine Inspections
- Safety Compliance
- Code Inspection
- Trade Specific Tool Skills
- Safety Meetings
- Plumbing Skills
- Program Management
- Electrical Skills
Timeline
Plant Engineering Manager and Life Safety Director
Hill Valley Healthcare - Guggenheimer Heath
11.2014 - Current
Life Safety Director
Hill Valley Healthcare - Guggenheimer Health
11.2014 - Current