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Peter Baillie

Peter Baillie

Data Center Operations Lead
Brighton,MI

Summary

Accomplished Data Center Operations Lead with a proven track record at CBRE, adept in facility management and project management. Expertise in driving process improvements and cost-saving measures, leading to enhanced operational efficiency. Skilled in technical troubleshooting and fostering vendor relations, with a strong focus on predictive maintenance and critical environment expertise.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Data Center Operations Lead

CBRE
01.2017 - Current
  • Coordinated internal assignments, scheduling and communications to extend informational transparency and workforce management.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and services to clients.
  • Conducted regular performance assessments, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for growth and development among team members.
  • Reduced operational costs through continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures.

Senior Maintenance Engineer

Johnson Controls
07.1997 - 08.2020
  • Provided guidance and technical support to fellow maintenance engineers in best practices for troubleshooting, system sequences and equipment application and standard operation for 2200 ton chiller plant and all HVAC and electrical distribution supporting 800k sq' campus.
  • Coordinated major shutdowns for chiller plant and Data Center operations.
  • Provided switching MOPs and contractor oversite for large battery system and rotary UPSs supporting data center operations.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal guidelines.
  • Implemented safety protocols to promote a safe work environment.

Data Center Operations Lead

Johnson Controls
06.2005 - 01.2017

Responsible for all aspects of power, cooling, monitoring, emergency response, and logistics supporting GM engineering's 10k sq', 2N+1 data center.


24x7 operations, remote monitoring, writing and implementing Methods of Operations, Emergency response plans, vendor management.


Performed, Coordinated and managed all CRAC, pump, AHU, humidifier, generator, switchgear, battery and UPS maintenance.


Maintained and supported all critical vendor contracts and performance.


Coordinated all power installs including change control, material inventory and circuit data base updates.


Primary campus chilled water tertiary cooling with Dx back-up, raised floor with 23 CRAC units, 3x 2.25kVA diesel backup power, 2x megawatt and 2x 800kW static UPS, 480V switchgear, ATS / STS, and Metasys controls and alarming.



Process Lead

Johnson Controls
01.2002 - 06.2005


  • Responsible for all maintenance and operations of low temperature chillers, air handlers, and Kathabar system supporting altitude chambers and cold soak rooms.
  • Supported maintenance and operation of fire alarm system, fire suppression and gas, detection systems.
  • contractor management including work scope, system impact assessments, funding, work execution and final close-out documentation.
  • Construction support and warranty management.
  • Performed preventative on all airhandlers, pumps and controls.
  • Supported and managed predictive diagnostic and predictive maintenance including vibration analysis all mechanical equipment and Infrared scanning on all electrical switch gear, starters and ATSs.
  • supervision of a crew of 3 to 5 technicians.
  • Conducted root cause analysis, facilitating prompt resolutions
  • Evaluated process performance metrics, identifying areas requiring improvement or optimization for increased efficiency.

Maintenance Technician Level III

Johnson Controls
08.2000 - 01.2002
  • Performed mechanical and electrical repairs of all HVAC equipment including complex Air handling systems, zone control, motor controls, vfds, and pumps.
  • Trouble shoot and repair Metasys, Fisher, and pneumatics control systems.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns, perform life cycle assessments and predictive maintenance.
  • Process and complete work orders. Write specifications and job plans for equipment and systems.
  • Provide cost saving initiatives and process improvements for all facility operations.

Shift Engineer

Johnson Controls
10.1995 - 07.1997
  • HVAC preventative maintenance on air handlers, pumps and a variety of zone control strategies.
  • Utilized Stafa, Metasys, Andover, electric and pneumatic controls for trouble shooting and maintenance.
  • operated 2200 ton chiller plant and monitored low pressure boiler system.
  • worked on steam traps, steam stations, and condensate pumps.
  • rebuild pumps, valves and motors.
  • worked on Variable frequency drives, motor control centers, and motor started up to 400hp.

Service Technician

AA Alarms
06.1994 - 10.1995


  • Provided service on commercial and light industrial fire alarm and access control systems.
  • Responded to problems reported by customers by troubleshooting.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.

Shift Engineer

Atheneum Suites Hotel
05.1992 - 06.1994
  • All maintenance for 4 star luxury hotel
  • HVAC, electrical, fire alarm and other system operation and maintenance including RoboBar, Ebenezer energy management, and AT&T merlin telephone switch.

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

De La Salle
Warren, Mi
05.2001 -

Skills

Facility Management

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Process Improvement

Certified Data Center Technical Professional

UA Journeyman service tech

Critical Environment expertise

Predictive Maintenance

Energy management

Electrical Systems

Schematics Interpretation

HVAC Systems

Technical Troubleshooting

Confined Space Entry

Lockout and tagout procedures

Hazardous Materials Handling

Instrumentation calibration

Vendor Relations

Control systems

Vibration analysis

Decision-Making

Software

Microsoft Office suite

Continuum

Metasys

SE Plain English programming

Certification

Certified Data Center Technical Professional

Interests

Hiking

Mountain Biking

Kayaking

Swimming

Yoga

Home repairs

ATV electrification

Green Technology

Timeline

Data Center Operations Lead

CBRE
01.2017 - Current

Data Center Operations Lead

Johnson Controls
06.2005 - 01.2017

Process Lead

Johnson Controls
01.2002 - 06.2005

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Schoolcraft College
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

De La Salle
05.2001 -

Maintenance Technician Level III

Johnson Controls
08.2000 - 01.2002

Senior Maintenance Engineer

Johnson Controls
07.1997 - 08.2020

Shift Engineer

Johnson Controls
10.1995 - 07.1997

Service Technician

AA Alarms
06.1994 - 10.1995

Shift Engineer

Atheneum Suites Hotel
05.1992 - 06.1994
Peter BaillieData Center Operations Lead