Nicholas Matava
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Although i am an accomplished Facility Director , I am in search of supplemental income. I believe i can be a reliable asset to anyone in need of a entry level Maintenance position, or general cleaner /porter. i am up for any position as long as it fits into my schedule:
my availability is any time from 6pm-6am Mon-Friday
please feel free to contact me via mobile,txt, or email.
Thank you for your condensation and i look forward to your response.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Director of Property Management and Facilities
Payroll Org
04.2022 - Current
- I am the Director of Property Management and Facilities for PayrollOrg, which has two Facilities totaling 100,000+ sqft of building space and land. I’ve managed two large insurance claims for damages to the facilities exceeding 1.25 million dollars between the two facilities. Executed capital improvements to facility infrastructure and curb appeal, enhancing appeal for external revenue opportunities including office and rooftop leasing.
- Converted 25,000 sqft of unused space into profitable leasing opportunities.
- Managed large insurance claim contracts, researching and vetting contractors to ensure effective resolution of claims.
- Restructured janitorial, maintenance, and shipping departments, fostering successful team dynamics and operational effectiveness.
- Directed property operations, aligning maintenance, leasing, and occupancy goals across portfolio.
- Oversaw vendor contracts, service-level compliance, and work order resolution for consistent facility performance.
- Managed operating budgets, reviewed expenditures, and controlled expenses through disciplined forecasting.
- Led lease administration, ensuring accurate renewals, abstracts, and critical date tracking.
- Established preventive maintenance standards, improving asset reliability and reducing service disruptions.
- Coordinated tenant communications, resolving escalations and supporting positive occupancy relationships.
- Monitored regulatory compliance, addressing inspections, safety requirements, and property documentation.
- Supervised collections, write-offs and rent changes for property portfolio.
- Monitored, investigated, and resolved ongoing concerns on properties.
- Reviewed budgets for properties and submitted total budget up to $500k for approval.
Facilities Director
Council House
08.2016 - 03.2022
- Located in the Seattle Capitol Hill area off of 17th and Madison, this 14-story, 95k sqft facility is home to seniors over the age of 62. It is an independent living facility with both a market-based and subsidized project-based program. At Council House, I managed the Maintenance, Capital improvements, and Janitorial duties of this 162-unit, 200+ tenant Facility.
- Managed and Executed all Apartment Turnover schedule and Capitol improvements.
- Conducted preventative fire safety inspections, ensured elevator compliance, and maintained pest control schedule.
- Budgeted for Capital improvements including , Roof replacement , Apartment Redecorating schedule, and fire and safety equipment.
- Trained and studied to become REAC compliant (REAC is a real estate assessment center for HUD programs) our score was 55 out of 100 the inspection prior to my employment and after 1 year we achieved an 80. A 45% increase in overall building safety and system health.
- Directed facilities operations, aligning maintenance, compliance, and service delivery with organizational priorities.
- Led preventive maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime and support safe building performance.
- Managed vendor contracts, coordinating service quality, scheduling, and cost control across facility support functions.
- Oversaw building inspections, resolving safety issues and maintaining regulatory compliance documentation.
- Coordinated capital projects, balancing budgets, timelines, and stakeholder needs for facility improvements.
- Developed staff schedules and work procedures to improve coverage, consistency, and response times.
- Implemented emergency preparedness plans, strengthening incident response and occupant safety protocols.
Operations Supervisor
Durango Mall shopping center
07.2007 - 07.2016
- Directed general curb appeal across exterior and interior of 19-acre, 260k sqft retail facility, including janitorial maintenance oversight and general contractor coordination.
- Trained operating floor staff on floor scrubbers, parking lot sweepers, tractors, and forklifts.
- Delivered exceptional tenant-facing customer service across building operations, supporting successful work-order completion throughout the long work history. Becamecame proficient in electrical, plumbing, small engine repair, irrigation, drywall, and interior/exterior painting. Familiarizedrized knowledge of commercial HVAC units and general maintenance. Adapteddapted to extreme cold environments and mastered snow removal procedures and preparation.
- Supervised daily mall operations, ensuring clean, safe, and customer-ready common areas.
- Coordinated maintenance, security, and janitorial teams to resolve issues and minimize disruption.
- Responded to incidents, escalations, and emergencies with timely, composed decision-making.
- Monitored vendor performance and service delivery to support consistent facility standards.
- Maintained operational records, inspection logs, and incident reports for management review.
- Improved workflow between tenants, contractors, and support teams to streamline daily operations.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Durango High School
Durango, CO05-2009
01-2018
General Education
Fort Lewis College
01-2010
Skills
- TECHNICAL SKILLS Plumbing (Proficiency) HVAC (Proficiency) Electrical (Proficiency) CMMS(Proficiency) Mechanical systems maintenance Line budgeting Facility operations management Security systems Commercial cleaning Bid management Commercial leasing
- OTHER SKILLS: MS WORD MS EXCEL PDF NITRO MS TEAMS ZOOM MEETINGS REPORTING
- Maintenance supervision
- Facilities management
- Building systems
- Property operations
- Tenant relations
- Maintenance
- Property management
- Grounds care
- New construction
- Maintenance scheduling
- Preventive maintenance
- Facility operations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Music
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Video Gaming
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Strategy Games
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Outdoor Recreation
- Woodworking
- Playing Sports
- Video Game Design
- Acting and Theater
- Adventure Travel
- Road Trips
- Camping
Personal Information
Title: FACILITIES DIRECTOR
Section name
- AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- REAC Certified - Compliance and Regulatory Oversight - Maintenance Coordination and expertise- Safety Management - Critical Infrastructure Management - Vendor Management - Budgeting - Capitol improvement(s) - Equipment mastery - Custodial Coordination and expertise-
Timeline
Director of Property Management and Facilities
Payroll Org
04.2022 - Current
Facilities Director
Council House
08.2016 - 03.2022
Operations Supervisor
Durango Mall shopping center
07.2007 - 07.2016
General Education
Fort Lewis College
High School Diploma -
Durango High School