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Andrew Coke

Locust Dale

Summary

Dynamic Maintenance Director at Brightview Senior Living with expertise in preventive maintenance and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance while managing vendor relationships. Skilled in HVAC troubleshooting and employee training, fostering a collaborative environment that drives performance and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated success in keeping building systems running smoothly and efficiently. Knowledgeable about maintenance and repair needs for HVAC, plumbing and electrical equipment. Focused on directing activities within the limitations of budget, time and codes requirements. Versatile manager with background in coordinating diverse teams and managing complex projects. Skilled in strategic planning, operational improvement, and fostering collaborative environments. Demonstrated ability to enhance efficiency and productivity while maintaining high standards of quality. Successfully implemented innovative solutions that resulted in positive organizational changes.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Director

Brightview Senior Living
Herndon
11.2023 - Current
  • Determined strengths and weaknesses of team members and assigned tasks according to skill level.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Directed bidding and selection processes to find external contractors for specialized projects.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities including costs and labor hours used.
  • Assisted in developing emergency response plans in case of natural disasters or accidents.
  • Responded quickly to customer complaints regarding maintenance issues at their location.
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks and checked facilities and grounds for issues needing attention.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Researched potential vendors for services such as landscaping or janitorial work.
  • Identified and resolved HVAC failures to restore comfort during extreme weather.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.

Chemical Technician 3

BASF Chemical Co.
Pekskill
10.2000 - 11.2023
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss current projects or brainstorm solutions for challenges faced within the department.
  • Maintained inventory of chemicals, supplies, and other necessary items needed in the lab environment.
  • Documented test results, compiled data and reported on findings to supervisor.
  • Documented experiment findings in technical lab reports and data graphs.
  • Performed quality control checks on raw materials used for production processes.
  • Collaborated with colleagues from other departments on joint projects involving chemistry-related topics.
  • Executed tests and experiments using chromatography.
  • Replenished laboratory supplies and maintained equipment to support optimal productivity.
  • Conducted sampling programs to analyze quality standards of raw materials, chemical intermediates and products.
  • Set up and maintained laboratory instruments using troubleshooting and correction of malfunctioning equipment.
  • Prepared and tested samples of chemical compounds according to established protocols.
  • Performed routine maintenance on lab equipment to ensure accuracy of results.
  • Reviewed literature sources to stay up-to-date on industry developments related to chemical technologies.
  • Recorded data from tests and experiments in laboratory notebooks.
  • Collected samples from production batches to test for impurities or issues.
  • Contributed ideas toward advancing existing technologies or developing new ones relating to chemical engineering principles.
  • Completed analyses of solids, liquids and gaseous materials to assess nature and reactivity.
  • Documented test procedures, methods, results, and conclusions in reports for review by senior staff members.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for laboratory operations.
  • Conducted laboratory experiments, such as mixing chemicals and monitoring reactions.
  • Analyzed results of tests using specialized software and equipment.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for use in all aspects of laboratory work.
  • Assisted with training new employees on proper techniques when handling hazardous materials.
  • Monitored safety standards in the lab to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Education

Electrical Engineering Certificate - Electrical Engineering

Marine Corps Electrical Engineer School
Jacksonville, NC
02-1985

High School Diploma -

Mt Vernon High School
MT. Vernon NY
06-1984

Skills

  • Preventive maintenance
  • HVAC troubleshooting
  • Emergency response planning
  • Vendor management
  • Record keeping
  • Team leadership
  • Project management
  • Safety compliance
  • Employee training
  • Customer service
  • Quality control
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Resource allocation
  • Team building
  • Safety enforcement
  • HVAC systems
  • Pest control
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Safety planning
  • Plumbing systems
  • Inventory replenishment
  • Facility management
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Department leadership
  • Safety protocols
  • Deadline management
  • Production scheduling
  • Employee performance evaluation
  • Maintenance planning
  • Employee scheduling

Timeline

Maintenance Director

Brightview Senior Living
11.2023 - Current

Chemical Technician 3

BASF Chemical Co.
10.2000 - 11.2023

Electrical Engineering Certificate - Electrical Engineering

Marine Corps Electrical Engineer School

High School Diploma -

Mt Vernon High School
Andrew Coke