Michael Van Meel
Ripon,WI
Summary
Personable and multi-talented maintenance professional with sharp problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset. Experienced in building maintenance, repair, construction, and installation. Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal skills, fostering solid relationships with staff across departments, management, vendors, and clients. Seeking a role in a forward-thinking and expanding organization to apply skills in enhancing the experiences of clients, the team, and the community.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Tru by Hilton
Spokane Valley, Washington
03.2023 - Current
- Oversee and implement the daily facility maintenance program via the Quore platform, encompassing preventative maintenance, repairs, and minor construction initiatives.
- Coordinate multiple in-house projects, achieving significant cost savings through adept project management and adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Conduct preventative maintenance and repairs across various areas including buildings, resident rooms, HVAC systems, boilers, laundry, and kitchen equipment to ensure optimal performance and functionality.
- Lead the development of safety programs to enhance staff awareness of general safety and OSHA regulations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center
Spokane Valley, Washington
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Collaborating closely with the Engineering Director and GM to quickly master all aspects of maintenance, staffing, and daily operations, earning trust to independently manage the maintenance department for most of the week.
- Conducting daily maintenance, calibration, and servicing of pool and spa equipment, including chemical distribution systems.
- Completing numerous projects, both solo and with staff, that have saved the facility significant costs by prolonging equipment life and reducing the need for external technicians.
- Carrying out preventative maintenance and repairs on buildings, guest rooms, HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, kitchen, and restaurant equipment to ensure they are in good working order.
Maintenance Director
Avamere at South Hill
Spokane Valley, WA
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Oversee and implement a facility maintenance program, encompassing evaluations, preventative measures, repairs, and small-scale construction initiatives.
- Direct major renovation projects across the facility, achieving significant cost savings through in-house project management and adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Conduct preventative maintenance and repairs on facility structures, resident accommodations, HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, and culinary equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Lead the development of corporate policies and initiatives, promoting general safety awareness and compliance with OSHA standards among all employees.
Independent Contractor
MTF Development
Montana / Idaho
02.2009 - 08.2020
- Home improvement, remodeling, and repairs focused on customer satisfaction through referrals.
- Comprehensive services including basic construction, drywall, flooring, tiling, installation, and finishing.
- Expertise in Deck Design and construction, radiant heating systems, and green energy solutions.
- Committed to helping homeowners enhance the value, comfort, and pride of their homes and properties.
Maintenance Supervisor
Genesis HealthCare
Deer Lodge, Montana
06.2015 - 05.2019
- Scheduled, trained, and mentored staff to ensure timely completion of projects with minimal disruption to residents and other departmental staff, fostering a strong team dynamic.
- Ensured proper staffing levels, provided direction, and facilitated collaboration across all departments.
- Oversaw and coordinated the planning and execution of daily activities to align maintenance needs with departmental functions.
- Managed facility operations to enhance overall performance.
- Guided employees in adhering to safety procedures and in identifying and preventing potential accidents.
Water Treatment Plant Manager
Montana Resources inc
Butte, MT
11.2003 - 04.2015
- Operated pump stations, storage tanks, motors, valves, and gates for water regulation during treatment.
- Collected samples at specific process points for water analysis.
- Conducted numerous repairs and collaborated with maintenance teams on plant repair projects.
- Calculated chemical dosages and adjusted feed rates to precise parameters.
- Managed control of automated systems plant-wide and performed data entry for daily, monthly, and annual reports on water and chemical usage.
- Ensured plant-wide cleanliness and operated various office equipment, including computers, fax machines, copiers, and scanners.
Education
High school diploma - Drafting / Mathmatics
Anaconda High School
Anaconda, MTSkills
- Positive attitude
- Business development
- Professional and Courteous
- Proficient in construction techniques
- Idea development and brainstorming
- Facilities maintenance
- HVAC troubleshooting and repair skills
- Detailed blueprint comprehension
- Proficient in computer applications
- Team leadership skills
- Mechanical expertise
- Employee training
- Cost management
- Refrigeration maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Thorough attention to detail
- Proficient in OS environments
- Boiler maintenance
- CMMS proficiency
- Proactive maintenance strategies
- Troubleshooting and equipment restoration
- Water quality maintenance
- Plumbing system maintenance
- Inventory control
- Occupational safety specialist
- Facilities Maintenance
- Mechanical expertise
- Project management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Strong mechanical understanding
- Electrical system maintenance
- Computerized maintenance management system
- Facilities management
- Energy management
- Employee performance evaluation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety monitoring
- Budget administration
- Contractor oversight
- Building automation systems
- Plumbing systems
- Fire protection systems
- Problem resolution
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Goal setting
- MS office
- Budget management
- Documentation and reporting
- Financial management
- Customer service
- Onboarding and orientation
- Administration and reporting
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100% functionality of all guest amenities and facility equipment in a modern smart hotel by diagnosing, repairing, and proactively maintaining all systems with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved several state code violations that previously existed which led to perfect inspections, complimentary inspectors and very pleased owners.
- Collaborated with the GM, owner and a team of 25 staff members in the development of reaching the top 5% of all Tru hotels in the Nation as ranked by Hilton Corporation.
- Researched, designed, fully operated and maintained on off grid power system that supplied all necessary energy to run a large modern home living in Montana for 15 years.
Certification
- Certified Pool Opeerator, 04/01/23, 04/30/29
- Driver's License, 07/01/19, 02/28/27
- CPR Certification, 06/01/23, 06/30/25
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Tru by Hilton
03.2023 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center
07.2021 - 01.2023
Maintenance Director
Avamere at South Hill
09.2020 - 06.2021
Maintenance Supervisor
Genesis HealthCare
06.2015 - 05.2019
Independent Contractor
MTF Development
02.2009 - 08.2020
Water Treatment Plant Manager
Montana Resources inc
11.2003 - 04.2015
High school diploma - Drafting / Mathmatics
Anaconda High School
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