Richard Diaz

• Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
• Maintained professional relationships with clients throughout the duration of each project, keeping them informed on progress updates and addressing any concerns as needed.
• Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
• Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications.
• Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
• Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
• Reduced safety incidents by implementing and enforcing strict safety guidelines and protocols.
• Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
• Consistently met deadlines under pressure through diligent time management abilities.
• Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
• Ensured timely completion of projects by developing and maintaining schedules for work progress.

• Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, managed a make ready board and system to help stay ahead of apartment turns and upcoming issues.
• Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.Always keeping in touch with the resident from the beginning to avoid call backs and help prevent future situations.
• Supervised up to 10 employees and scheduled shifts. As well as utilizing hands on training to learn mg teams strengths and weaknesses for future training
• Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities. Making sure on down time common areas and preventative maintenance is being done to help future issues.
• Certified pool operator running and maintaining a 9ft pool as well as New Mexicos only water park with hundreds of moving parts,filters,motors etc.
• Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs. As well as helping keep the budget under always in case of future repairs or costs.
• Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work
• Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Conducted regular meetings with upper management to always be in the same page as we were a team and that’s how we were successful.
• Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
• Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.

Was head of maintenance as well as project manager for a fully renovated motel to apartments conversion in which during down time before opening I worked closely with contractors and vendors as well as management and ownership to provide costly repairs and fast turn over time to get the correct beds met to open and operate a fully functional apartment complex.

• Optimized resource allocation by carefully tracking inventory levels of tools, materials, and equipment needed for maintenance tasks.
• Managed a team of maintenance technicians, providing ongoing training and support to ensure their success.
• Increased building safety by implementing regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
• Established strong relationships with vendors, leveraging these connections for priority service when urgent needs arose.
• Enhanced tenant satisfaction through proactive communication and prompt resolution of maintenance concerns.
• Collaborated with contractors during construction projects to ensure high-quality results aligned with project specifications.
• Conducted thorough assessments of facility needs, prioritizing projects based on budget constraints and overall impact on the property.
• Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks completed, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Succeeded in maintaining a clean, well-organized work environment that promoted efficiency and safety for both staff members and tenants.
• Mentored junior staff members in developing their skills as building maintenance professionals while fostering a collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement efforts across all aspects of facility management operations.
• Worked closely with property management to address short-and long-term building improvement goals.
• Supervised the completion of major renovation projects while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets.

• Fostered an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork, collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation while maximizing individual strengths and talents.
• Optimized spare parts inventory management, ensuring minimal lead time for critical repairs without excessive stockpiling of components.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments before initiating major projects, minimizing potential hazards to personnel or property.
• Managed a team of technicians, providing ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Operated and managed a fully functional indoor water park as well as supervised upward to 25 life guard and water park employees.
• Worked closely with management to upgrade and improve old outdated equipment preventing major issues and future costs by always working a well groomed preventative maintenance program.