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Rodney Craig

Baker,LA

Summary

Dynamic facilities maintenance leader with a proven track record at The City of Baker School System, excelling in project leadership and equipment troubleshooting. Enhanced operational efficiency through strategic budget management and effective team supervision, while fostering positive customer relations and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Committed to delivering exceptional results in high-pressure environments.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Facilities Maintenance

The City of Baker School System
02.2021 - Current
  • Assisted in maintaining facility equipment and systems for optimal performance.
  • Learned safety protocols and compliance standards related to facilities maintenance.
  • Supported daily maintenance tasks, ensuring clean and safe working environments.
  • Collaborated with team members to address immediate facility issues effectively.
  • Adapted quickly to new challenges in facilities management responsibilities.
  • Provided input on improving workflows for increased efficiency in maintenance tasks.
  • Documented maintenance activities to ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting.
  • Reduced energy consumption and costs by overseeing the installation of energy-efficient systems.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by staying current on industry standards and maintaining proper documentation.
  • Developed comprehensive budgets for facilities maintenance projects, effectively allocating resources to maximize efficiency.
  • Maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers while negotiating cost-effective contracts for good services.
  • Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Trouble shoots and resolve maintenance issues in house.

Development Supervisor

Gemini Holding
04.2011 - 01.2014
  • Supervised daily development operations, ensuring adherence to project timelines and goals.
  • Hire and Supervise Contractors during remodeling and repairs, inspect home repairs, supervise maintenance crew.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to team members.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between developers and non-technical stakeholders by translating technical concepts into easily understandable language for a variety of audiences.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Night Shift Supervisor

Southern Packing, Inc
02.2004 - 01.2008
  • Supervised night shift operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Monitored performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement to drive operational excellence on night shifts.
  • Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.
  • Increased productivity by effectively delegating tasks and monitoring progress throughout the night shift.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.

Maintenance Supervisor

Gemini Holding
12.2002 - 01.2004
  • Supervised maintenance team, ensuring timely completion of repair and preventive tasks.
  • Electrical and A/C work, inspecting apartments for move ins.
  • Collaborated with contractors for major repairs, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.

Soldier

United States Army
01.1994 - 10.2002
  • Led diverse teams in high-pressure environments to achieve mission objectives.
  • Heavy equipment operator, instructor, squad leader, physical training instructor, section sergeant for drivers and PLL.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for junior soldiers, enhancing operational readiness.
  • Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve project timelines.
  • Trained junior operators on safe equipment handling and best practices.
  • Implemented safety protocols that reduced incidents in high-risk environments.

Maintenance Electrician

Trinity Marine
10.2000 - 04.2002
  • Troubleshot electrical systems to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance safety protocols and operational efficiency.
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan and minimize failures.
  • Worked on electrical cranes, power sources, installing relays and coils, fixing lights, running wires, connecting electrical equipment up to 480 volts.
  • Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances.
  • Conducted inspections of electrical installations to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Instrumentation/ Welding

International Technical Institute
Baton Rouge, LA
06-1991

Skills

  • Grounds maintenance
  • Work order management
  • Electrical systems
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Project leadership
  • Staff supervision
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Director of Facilities Maintenance

The City of Baker School System
02.2021 - Current

Development Supervisor

Gemini Holding
04.2011 - 01.2014

Night Shift Supervisor

Southern Packing, Inc
02.2004 - 01.2008

Maintenance Supervisor

Gemini Holding
12.2002 - 01.2004

Maintenance Electrician

Trinity Marine
10.2000 - 04.2002

Soldier

United States Army
01.1994 - 10.2002

Certificate of Technical Studies - Instrumentation/ Welding

International Technical Institute

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