Tysone Taft
Grafton,NE
Summary
Dedicated Facilities Operations Director bringing experience in energy management and building systems, including mechanical, security, automation and HVAC. Excellent leadership skills with proficiency in developing relationships, building consensus and leading positive organizational change. Experienced in Facilities Construction projects & planning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Plant Operations
Mt. Ascutney Hospital And Health Center
05.2019 - Current
- Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to ensure timely production schedules and adherence to quality standards.
- Oversaw facility upgrades, coordinating construction projects while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Introduced preventative maintenance programs that extended equipment life cycles and minimized costly repairs or replacements.
- Managed budgets and controlled expenses to achieve cost savings in plant operations.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts for optimal pricing and delivery terms.
- Secured necessary certifications for regulatory compliance, ensuring all processes adhered to industry standards as well as environmental guidelines.
- Championed energy-efficient initiatives, reducing overall utility costs while maintaining operational performance levels.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Maintenance/Security
Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed preventative and corrective maintenance activities on facility
- Performed maintenance and repairs on all of the facility mechanical systems including security, life safety, heating and AC
- Assisted to install and implement quality systems on facilities
- Maintained all service equipment for Mt
- Ascutney Hospital and Health Center facilities
- Maintained grounds, overseeing mowing, snow removal, parking and plant maintenance
- Preformed yearly Tier II Hazardous Chemical reporting
- Performed preventative and corrective maintenance activities on fire pump system and Electrical Generators
- Monitored HVAC automated control systems
- Provided security services when needed.
Sales & Recreation Consultant
Ultiplay Parks & Playgrounds Inc
09.2011 - 11.2016
- Communicated regularly with town officials, school administration, and parent organizations to oversee the implementation and construction of playgrounds & public parks
- Designed and constructed various components of play structures, ranging in sizes and complexity
- Oversaw day-of construction operations, including building materials, outside vendors, and installation staff to maintain schedule and budget for project completion
- Performed routine evaluation and maintenance on equipment and play structures, ensuring safety compliance was continuously met
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
Bartender
McFadden's Pub & Restaurant
09.2006 - 09.2011
- Managed bar operations, ensuring that all patrons were served in a timely manner, within a high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Carefully followed safety and sanitation policies handling all food and beverages
- Acted as an on-site maintenance person, overseeing all electrical, refrigeration, and plumbing functions were all working efficiently and continuously
- Completed preventative maintenance on refrigeration, ice machines, and plumbing fixtures.
Painter
Painting Solutions
06.2003 - 08.2010
- Painted indoor and outdoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms and lobbies and commercial spaces
- Minimized disruption of client space and thoroughly cleaned up after the completion of each job
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces
- Cleaned and properly stored all paint equipment and supplies at the end of each work day
- Performed flat glass repairs and minor structural repairs to concrete and wood decks, window trim, windows and door casings
- Constructed safety provisions, including scaffolding, gang ladders, perimeter railings, fall protection and temporary covers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports, Entertainment, Event Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI01.2008
Skills
- Understanding of OSHA safety standards
- Strong understanding of NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code
- Exceptional knowledge of financial principles and procedures
- Ability to interpret blueprints and design plans independently as needed
- Ability to create design plans
- Profound knowledge of HVAC systems
- Project management skills
- AutomatedLogic WEBCTRL, Control Tech MS Office proficient
- Niagara AX
- Clear and effective communication
- Implementation of Tayco C-Cure, Milestone CCTV
- Creative problem solver
- Good Understanding of Facility Guidelines Institute ANSI/ASHRAE/ASHE Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospitals and Outpatient Facilities
- Energy management
- Revenue Forecasting
- Finance and Accounting Oversight
- Project Coordination
- Budget Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Performance Improvements
- Operations Management
- Cost Control
- Budget Control
- Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
- Asset Management
- Six Sigma expertise
- Project Management
- Operations Oversight
Certification
- The Richards Group leadership training series
- LEPC #3 Member (Local Emergency Planning Committee Windsor County)
- U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 49CFR
- Advanced RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
- HAZWOPER Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code, Application to Existing Facilities and Systems, Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems, Electrical Systems for Health Care Facilities
- FEMA- Hospital Emergency Response Training for Mass Casualty Incidents
- FEMA- - Hospital Emergency Response Training for Mass Casualty Incidents-Train the trainer
- FEMA-Integrated Capstone Event (HERT)
- Candidate for Certified Health Care Facility Manager Certification, American Hospital Association
Timeline
Director of Plant Operations
Mt. Ascutney Hospital And Health Center
05.2019 - Current
Maintenance/Security
Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center
11.2016 - 05.2018
Sales & Recreation Consultant
Ultiplay Parks & Playgrounds Inc
09.2011 - 11.2016
Bartender
McFadden's Pub & Restaurant
09.2006 - 09.2011
Painter
Painting Solutions
06.2003 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Sports, Entertainment, Event Management
Johnson & Wales University
- The Richards Group leadership training series
- LEPC #3 Member (Local Emergency Planning Committee Windsor County)
- U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 49CFR
- Advanced RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
- HAZWOPER Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code, Application to Existing Facilities and Systems, Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems, Electrical Systems for Health Care Facilities
- FEMA- Hospital Emergency Response Training for Mass Casualty Incidents
- FEMA- - Hospital Emergency Response Training for Mass Casualty Incidents-Train the trainer
- FEMA-Integrated Capstone Event (HERT)
- Candidate for Certified Health Care Facility Manager Certification, American Hospital Association
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