In the summer I love to spend time on the Lake with my Wife and girls in our boat with Friends and family
I also love to hunt and fish anything to get me outside with nature
Ryan Nickerson
Traverse City,MI
Summary
Dynamic Facilities Manager with extensive experience at Grand Traverse Refrigeration, excelling in budget management and preventive maintenance. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and team leadership, while successfully negotiating vendor contracts to optimize costs. Committed to safety and compliance, driving improvements in facility management and asset reliability.
Qualified project Manager brings background in managing and maintaining facility operations. Offers strong safety record and attention to detail. Methodical about checking work and correcting concerns.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Manager-project Manager
Grand Traverse Refrigeration
05.2022 - 10.2025
- Oversaw facility maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and lifespan.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for service agreements and supplies to optimize costs.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify areas for improvement and ensure operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in facility management to promote a culture of safety and accountability.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, improving accuracy in tracking supplies and reducing waste.
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Oversaw facility renovations, ensuring ADA compliance and adherence to local building codes.
- Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained qualified maintenance employees.
- Enhanced building security with the installation of access control systems, surveillance cameras, and improved lighting.
- Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
- Created and implemented operational policies, processes and procedures to keep facilities running smoothly.
- Maintained facility grounds, equipment, and safety compliance.
- Developed and oversaw budgets for facilities and worked within cost restraints.
- Held classes to teach staff facility procedures.
- Led project planning and execution for HVAC system installations, ensuring timely completion and quality standards.
Warehouse Manager
Thirlby Automotive
01.2007 - 04.2022
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing discrepancies.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and productivity. Managedaged all 12 facilities- buildings for repairs and updates Managedaged equipment repairs and created schedules for all fleet and equipment repairs. vehicles-forklifts- tools-all equipment
- Developed training materials to enhance team performance and adherence to standards.
- Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, maintaining seamless operations.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for operational enhancements and cost savings.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
Small Business Co-Owner
Space Matters LLC.
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Oversaw all duties for my 1/3 of the company for service Master carpet and flood restoration
- Kept up to date all certifications for Disaster restoration-flood-fire. lead salesman for carpet sales division. Managed the Duct cleaning division. Managed and oversaw the carpet cleaning division
- Managed the Fleet of carpet and disaster restoration vehicles including all equipment-from carpet wands to dehumidifiers to duct cleaning units
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to increase customer engagement and brand awareness.
- Streamlined operational processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs for daily operations.
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis to ensure business sustainability.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City MIHigh School Diploma -
Traverse City West High
Traverse City, MI03-1999
Skills
- facilities maintenance
- Budgeting and financial management
- Building inspections
- Asset management
- Schedule coordination
- Innovation and creativity
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Delegation skills
- Property management
- Grounds maintenance
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Preventive Maintenance
- Time management abilities
Interests
Timeline
Facilities Manager-project Manager
Grand Traverse Refrigeration
05.2022 - 10.2025
Warehouse Manager
Thirlby Automotive
01.2007 - 04.2022
Small Business Co-Owner
Space Matters LLC.
01.2006 - 03.2008
No Degree - Business Management
Northwestern Michigan College
High School Diploma -
Traverse City West High