Shawn Christensen
Cheyenne
Summary
Seasoned project management specialist with comprehensive experience in leading projects from inception to completion. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes for efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational workflows and significantly improving project outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication.
Committed facilities operations manager with several years' experience in upholding energy objectives, overseeing building system operations and leading high-performance teams. Knowledgeable about mechanical, hvac, security and other building systems and upkeep requirements. Skilled in building long-lasting relationships and team consensus to promote organizational advancements.
Seasoned Director with background in strategic planning, team leadership, and performance optimization. Known for driving company growth by developing efficient operational strategies and fostering professional relationships. Demonstrated abilities in problem solving, decision making, and communication skills to influence key stakeholders. Proven record of delivering innovative solutions and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Maintenance and Facilities/Project Manager
Lowe's Regional Distribution Center
Cheyenne
09.2020 - Current
- Intern safety manager for 1.2 million square foot facility, complete all required inspections, manage Hazmat, manage fire suppression systems, manage and regulate all compliance requirements to include OSHA and EPA.
- Oversee all aspects of facility maintenance and the facility maintenance team of a 1.5 million square foot facility. The team includes three managers, two clerks, fifteen technicians, ten utility associates, and ten custodial associates.
- Project manager for all large-scale capital project on site to include paving project, conveyor projects, concrete project, electrical project, interior building project, HVAC projects and building renovations.
- Operation of heavy equipment to include front end loader, skid-steer, boom equipment, and all Crown forklift equipment.
- Oversee the organization and control the daily, weekly, and monthly workload for the maintenance department.
- Conducted daily team meetings across all shifts to deliver training, share maintenance updates, communicate safety information, and facilitate daily stretching exercises.
- Oversaw and approved daily ordering of parts, supplies, and equipment, ensuring operational continuity and supporting maintenance team needs.
- Oversee the counting and organizing of all parts inventory quarterly to provide accuracy and control of the maintenance team inventory.
- Oversee the processing of all maintenance work orders in maintenance computer system INFOR AEM (7i) to ensure accuracy and detailed information on the work performed and completed.
- Developed a comprehensive five-year maintenance project plan, outlining future maintenance initiatives and project timelines for the facility.
- Complete all CER paperwork and organize the capital projects for the year and turn them in for approval.
- Attend and assist with the monthly safety program for the facility to help ensure we provide a safe working environment.
- Oversee set up and arrange the preventative maintenance program and schedule for all the assets in the facility to ensure that all equipment is safe and in proper operational status.
- Conduct all the lockout tag out training for the entire maintenance team annually and inspect the lockout tag out equipment quarterly.
- Perform the annual periodical lockout tag out inspection on all our equipment and assets to ensure that the LOTO procedures are accurate and up to date.
- Perform quarterly maintenance audit on the mechanic on work orders, tool audit, and preventative maintenance audit to ensure that they perform to the quality and safety standards set by the company.
- Communicate with all vendors and contractors to ensure that all services provided are to standard and completed to the satisfaction of the company.
- Serve as project manager on the big CER project to ensure that all vendors and contractors work together and meet the scheduling laid out at the beginning of the project and that everything is completed safely, timely, and to the highest level.
- Work with a local code enforcement agency to make sure that all proper building permits are obtained prior to any work being started.
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly inspection of maintenance and the entire facility to ensure that we are compliant with all OSHA safety regulations and company and customer compliance requirements.
- Perform a quarterly maintenance audit provided by the customer to ensure we are within the expected guidelines.
- Assist in the capture of all warranty money and work on all equipment and parts from vendors that are still covered.
- Set up and install all new equipment in the computerized maintenance management system CMMS.
- Supported mechanics in performing repairs on equipment throughout the facility.
- Set and supply annual training for mechanics on the conveyor system and crown lifts through the vendors.
- Team safety leader for the maintenance team ensuring that I provide a safe working environment, proper training, and proper PPE for the team always.
- Power equipment trainer for the maintenance team, ensuring that all team members are properly trained and licensed on all power equipment in the facility.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
- Maintained records of payments, vendor pricing, energy usage and activity reports.
- Coordinated with onsite managers, liaison officers, and other outside agencies regarding safety and preventive maintenance.
- Planned maintenance activities in accordance with budget limitations, building use needs and operational requirements.
- Developed long-term strategies for facility maintenance operations in order to maximize efficiency and cost savings.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
Head of Maintenance and Facilities Manager
DHL Supply Chain
Johnstown
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Organize and control the daily, weekly, and monthly workload for the maintenance department
- Complete and perform all required yearly, weekly, and monthly training for the maintenance team.
- Conduct daily start-up meetings with maintenance team on first and second shifts to deliver training, share maintenance updates, communicate safety information, and facilitate daily stretching exercises.
- Perform all ordering of parts, supplies, and equipment needed daily to keep the operation running and to supply maintenance with everything they need to be successful.
- Count and organize all parts inventory quarterly to provide accuracy and control of the maintenance team inventory.
- Process maintenance work orders in the maintenance computer system CMMS to ensure accuracy and detailed information on the work performed and completed.
- Developed five-year maintenance project plan, outlining scheduled initiatives to enhance facility operations and infrastructure.
- Attend and assist with the monthly safety program for the facility to help ensure we provide a safe working environment.
- Set up and arrange the preventative maintenance program and schedule for all the assets in the facility to ensure that all equipment is safe and in proper operational status.
- Conduct all the lockout tag out training for the entire maintenance team annually and inspect the lockout tag out equipment quarterly.
- Perform the annual periodical lockout tag out inspection on all our equipment and assets to ensure that the LOTO procedures are accurate and up to date.
- Perform quarterly maintenance audit on the mechanic on work orders, tool audit, and preventative maintenance audit to ensure that they perform to the quality and safety standards set by the company.
- Communicate with all vendors and contractors to ensure that all services provided are to standard and completed to the satisfaction of the company.
- Managed CER project, coordinating vendors and contractors to meet project schedule and ensure completion to safety and quality standards.
- Work with a local code enforcement agency to make sure that all proper building permits are obtained prior to any work being started.
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of maintenance and the entire facility to ensure that we are compliant with all OSHA safety regulations and company and customer compliance requirements.
- Perform a quarterly maintenance audit provided by the customer to ensure we are within the expected guidelines.
- Capture all warranty money and work on all equipment and parts from vendors that are still covered.
- Package, schedule, and ship all old lift batteries to recycling.
- Set up and install all new equipment in the computerized maintenance management system CMMS.
- Set and supply annual training for mechanics on the conveyor system and crown lifts through the vendors.
- Team safety leader for the maintenance team ensuring that I provide a safe working environment, proper training, and proper PPE for the team always.
- Power equipment trainer for the maintenance team, ensuring that all team members are properly trained and licensed on all power equipment in the facility.
- Led maintenance team to ensure optimal equipment functionality.
- Coordinated emergency response procedures in case of accidents involving hazardous material or equipment failure.
- Developed and maintained preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal equipment operation.
- Monitored the performance of maintenance operations, identified areas for improvement and implemented corrective measures.
Area Manager/ Maintenance Manager
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Sharon Springs
01.2005 - 01.2018
- Senior manager and shift operations of all operation areas of a 1.2 million square foot facility including shipping, receiving, replenishment, order filling areas and support areas.
- Managed 14 maintenance mechanics in a 1.2 million square foot facility, planning and overseeing completion of all projects and preventative maintenance schedules to ensure operational reliability.
- Oversaw operations and managed daily workload completion for warehouse, ensuring efficiency in all processes.
- Managed 34 employees and have managed up to 60 at one time.
- Operate and manage many areas that include receiving, shipping and all order-filling departments, lift driver and power equipment operators.
- Maintain a safe working environment and ensure all safety guidelines are met.
- Managed 34 employees and managed up to 60 at one time.
- Oversee completion of all required OHSA and safety training is completed and compliant. Involved in all maintenance budgeting and yearly budget forecasting.
- Communicate with all outside vendors ensuring all parts, orders, and projects are correct and completed timely.
- Oversee completion of all required OSHA and safety training to ensure it is completed and compliant. Involved in all maintenance budgeting and yearly budget forecasting.
- Completed all daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly audits and inspections on time.
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple distribution shifts.
- Coordinated staffing and scheduling for effective workflow management.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Worked with direct reports to develop and implement action plans, improving operating results.
Area Supervisor
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Sharon Springs
08.2001 - 01.2005
- Responsible for completion of daily paperwork.
- Responsible for all payroll and benefits support to employees.
- Supervised many areas to include receiving area, shipping area, lift and power equipment operators, and order filling areas
- Responsible for organizing all employees and setting up the daily workload.
- Responsible for set up of all daily functions, operations, staffing, and workload.
Maintenance Technician
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Sharon Springs
08.1998 - 08.2001
- Performed all repairs and preventative maintenance on forklifts, power equipment, company vehicles, and company assets.
- Performed repairs on conveyor and mechanical systems to maintain efficiency and safety standards.
- Conducted general warehouse and facility maintenance to uphold cleanliness and operational standards.
- Carried out electrical repairs and troubleshooting.
- Performed general fabrication and welding tasks.
- Completed plumbing repairs and participated in commercial construction.
- Reading blueprints and building schematics.
Roofer
Pulver
Utica
06.1996 - 08.1998
- Installation of new roofing systems.
- Removal of roof systems.
- Site set up and relocation.
- Operation of heavy equipment.
- Completion of repair and warranty repair work.
- Load and unload all roof system materials, equipment, and tools.
Medic/Pharmaceutical Specialist
United States of America Army Reserves
Utica
01.1993 - 01.1998
- Achieved rank of Sergeant, showcasing leadership skills and dedication to team objectives.
- Completed military service with honorable discharge, underscoring commitment to duty and service values.
Education
Science/Math - Construction Technology
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY 06.1994 - 01.1997
Pharmacy - Nuclear Medicine
Buffalo University
Buffalo, NY 01.1996 - 05.1996
HS Diploma - Math/Science/Construction Technology
St. Johnsville Central High School
Saint Johnsville, NYSkills
- Facilities Management
- Safety compliance management
- OSHA
- HVAC
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
- Forklift operation
- Project logistics coordination
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Computer skills
- Leadership skills
- Security
- Forklift operation
- Facility management
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventative maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Project coordination
- Program management
- Logistics management
- Operations management
- Facilities management
- Facility maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- OSHA compliance
- Problem solving
Military Service
United States Army, Sergeant
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: 1
Timeline
Director of Maintenance and Facilities/Project Manager
Lowe's Regional Distribution Center
09.2020 - Current
Head of Maintenance and Facilities Manager
DHL Supply Chain
01.2018 - 08.2020
Area Manager/ Maintenance Manager
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
01.2005 - 01.2018
Area Supervisor
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
08.2001 - 01.2005
Maintenance Technician
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
08.1998 - 08.2001
Roofer
Pulver
06.1996 - 08.1998
Pharmacy - Nuclear Medicine
Buffalo University
01.1996 - 05.1996
Science/Math - Construction Technology
Fulton Montgomery Community College
06.1994 - 01.1997
Medic/Pharmaceutical Specialist
United States of America Army Reserves
01.1993 - 01.1998
HS Diploma - Math/Science/Construction Technology
St. Johnsville Central High School