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Gilberto Vela

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic Maintenance Supervisor at Greystar with proven expertise in preventive maintenance and budget management. Adept at leading teams to enhance property performance and ensure safety compliance. Recognized for exceptional troubleshooting skills and effective vendor management, driving operational efficiency and elevating customer satisfaction in residential settings.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Greystar
Chicago
08.2020 - Current
  • Supervised daily maintenance operations for residential properties and ensured compliance with safety standards.
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize property performance.
  • Led a team of technicians in troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues efficiently.
  • Managed vendor relationships for outsourced services, ensuring quality and timely completion of work.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify repair needs and prioritize service requests.
  • Trained new staff on maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall property maintenance processes.
  • Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
  • Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
  • Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
  • Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
  • Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained records of repairs and parts inventory usage to optimize future planning efforts.
  • Prepared and monitored budget to keep maintenance department financially sound.
  • Inspected pool systems for leaks and mechanical issues.
  • Maintained water quality through regular testing and chemical balancing.
  • Monitored water circulation systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Documented service records and maintenance logs for pool serviced.

Project Foreman

Baker Development
Chicago
05.2012 - 08.2020
  • Supervised daily operations of construction projects for Baker Development.
  • Coordinated work schedules and resource allocations for project teams.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies on-site.
  • Monitored equipment usage and maintenance schedules to ensure reliability.
  • Communicated project updates and concerns to stakeholders effectively.
  • Collaborated with subcontractors to streamline workflow and task completion.
  • Conducted regular inspections to maintain quality control on construction sites.
  • Recorded job supplies, parts, equipment and employee hours.
  • Oversaw daily operations at job sites making sure that workers are following safe working practices as well as adhering to company policies and procedures.
  • Identified areas where cost savings can be achieved without compromising on quality.
  • Prepared estimates for materials needed for completion of a particular task or an entire phase of a project based on drawings provided by architects and engineers.
  • Created reports detailing progress made on each phase of the project for management review.
  • Held weekly status meetings with staff assigned to projects in order to provide updates on progress made and discuss any challenges faced during the week's activities.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.

Tow Truck Driver

Self Employed
Chicago
01.2002 - 05.2012
  • Operated tow truck to recover vehicles in various locations.
  • Assisted stranded motorists with vehicle issues and towing services.
  • Navigated local roads efficiently to minimize response times.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to ensure safe vehicle recovery operations.
  • Documented service calls accurately for record-keeping purposes.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction during emergencies.
  • Delivered customer vehicles safely and efficiently to desired destinations while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls from dispatch personnel or customers in need of help.

Education

High School Diploma -

Farragut High
Chicago, IL
06-1997

Skills

  • Preventive and equipment maintenance
  • Budget management
  • Property inspections
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Customer service
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Safety compliance
  • Vendor management
  • Team leadership
  • Budget oversight

Certification

I have acquirer several certifications within Greystar such as proper ladder usage, work place sayfty training, SOP training, budget training, pool operator certification, and I am currently enrolled in EPA certification classes, as well as up coming HVAC classes in the fall.

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Greystar
08.2020 - Current

Project Foreman

Baker Development
05.2012 - 08.2020

Tow Truck Driver

Self Employed
01.2002 - 05.2012

High School Diploma -

Farragut High

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