Richard Waters

Experience

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  East Valley Family YMCA

  Jun 1999 - Jun 2002

  Child Care Director
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  Redline Electric

  Jun 2002 - Aug 2003

  Apprentice Electrician

  Performed a variety of electrical work, primarily on residential remodeling projects, including phasing out old wiring, switch boxes, outlets, lights, overhead fans and heater and air conditioning circuits. Wired houses and installed break panels and jacks. Tested and repaired circuits and bent conduit as required. Gained some commercial electrical experience, in all phases of new commercial construction.

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  PetSmart

  Jul 2003 - Nov 2006

  Assistant Manager / Pet Care Specialist
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  Harbor Freight Tools

  Nov 2006 - Aug 2007

  Assistant Manager
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  PacSun

  Nov 2007 - Jan 2008

  Assistant Manager
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  CBRE at Cisco Systems

  May 2008 - Jul 2012

  Critical Environments and Data Center Engineer

  Provides equipment repair and preventative maintenance of electrical, HVAC and process equipment and systems for 55 buildings, totaling 8M sq. ft., in order to maintain critical 24/7 operations to support light office functions, data center and lab functions. Interacts regularly and effectively with clients, subcontractors, security and city fire personnel to follow up on work orders, proactively identify and repair possible problems and escalate emergency situations as necessary. Has been relied upon in numerous occasions to assume management responsibilities in the absence of Chief Engineer, including assigning cases and following up on completed repairs.Responds to emergency repair situations calmly, while effectively identifying most effective repair approach, delegating duties and maintaining an open line of communication with clients and repair team.Manages complex building control automation, monitoring alarms and dispatching technicians to investigate.Conducts equipment, and system inspections, setting high standards for well-maintained infrastructures.Effectively prioritizes and schedules projects according to defined timetables and client needs.Maintains strong safety-first approach, including ensuring strict adherence to all corporate, client and governmental guidelines and policies.Readily participates in emergency repairs and scheduled shutdowns. Attends regular safety and equipment specific training seminars to keep abreast of new guidelines and techniques. Show less

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  McKinstry

  Jun 2012 - Mar 2014

  Critical Environment Engineer

  Provides equipment repair and preventative maintenance of UPS, Generators, electrical, for Apple’s Cupertino Campass, in order to maintain critical 24/7 operations to support light office functions, data center and lab functions in over 68 buildings. Interacts regularly and effectively with clients, subcontractors, proactively identify and repair possible problems and escalate emergency situations as necessary

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  VFMC

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2016

  Senior HVAC Technician

  Provides equipment repair and preventative maintenance HVAC for Googles 4.5 Million sqaure foot Campass, in order to maintain critical 24/7 operations to support light office functions, data center and lab functions in over 120 buildings. Interacts regularly and effectively with clients, subcontractors, proactively identify and repair possible problems and escalate emergency situations as necessary

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  Kitchell Facility Management

  Mar 2016 - Jan 2018

  Senior Lead HVAC Technician

  I oversee the Critical Operations HVAC team that provides equipment repair and preventative maintenance HVAC for Google's 9 Million square foot Campus, in order to maintain critical 24/7 operations to support light office functions, data center and lab functions in over 168 buildings. Interacts regularly and effectively with clients, subcontractors, proactively identify and repair possible problems and escalate emergency situations as necessary. Manage projects to add new equipment and modify existing from quote to completion. Review MOP's for shutdowns and provide support through the duration of the shutdowns. Show less

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  Cushman & Wakefield

  Mar 2018 - Jul 2023

  Assistant Operations Center Manager

  Budget Containment, Workflow Management, Business Continuity and Emergency Preparedness. Initiates or responds to work orders, assigns to staff or vendors as applicable, follows-up and verifies completion of work, and works with Managers to expedite and get approval of payments for completed workMonitor performance and note deficiencies of service contractors and recommend changes as necessaryConsult with Operations Center on maintenance, operation, and repair of HVAC equipment and systems, boiler and machinery, energy systems, roofs, Fire/Life safety, and other building systemsManage vendor preventive maintenance work assignments as scheduled by the CMMS which may require the coordination of several engineering, mechanical, and maintenance tradesPerform preventive maintenance inspections/repairs as directed and as mandated by local municipalities and building/client requirements.Assist with monthly or periodic inspections of building systems, i.e., HVAC, electrical distribution, structural, vertical transportation, roofs, parapets, gutters and leaders, parking area, drainage, ramps, and approaches, irrigation and Fire/Life Safety, Water treatment, UPS and PDU systems, EPG operation, BMS, HVAC controls and Plumbing Systems. Assist with preparing detailed report of exceptions and recommend corrective actionHelp to maintain compliance with building regulations and permits (equipment use, Certificate of Occupancy, etc.). As directed, correct violations requiring plumbing repairs. File with appropriate agencies Show less

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  JLL

  Jul 2023 - May 2024

  Service Center Manager (HVAC)

  Budget Containment, Workflow Management, Business Continuity and Emergency Preparedness. Initiates or responds to work orders, assigns to staff or vendors as applicable, follows-up and verifies completion of work, and works with Managers to expedite and get approval of payments for completed workMonitor performance and note deficiencies of service contractors and recommend changes as necessaryConsult with Operations Center on maintenance, operation, and repair of HVAC equipment and systems, boiler and machinery, energy systems, roofs, Fire/Life safety, and other building systemsManage vendor preventive maintenance work assignments as scheduled by the CMMS which may require the coordination of several engineering, mechanical, and maintenance tradesPerform preventive maintenance inspections/repairs as directed and as mandated by local municipalities and building/client requirements.Assist with monthly or periodic inspections of building systems, i.e., HVAC, electrical distribution, structural, vertical transportation, roofs, parapets, gutters and leaders, parking area, drainage, ramps, and approaches, irrigation and Fire/Life Safety, Water treatment, UPS and PDU systems, EPG operation, BMS, HVAC controls and Plumbing Systems. Assist with preparing detailed report of exceptions and recommend corrective actionHelp to maintain compliance with building regulations and permits (equipment use, Certificate of Occupancy, etc.). As directed, correct violations requiring plumbing repairs. File with appropriate agencies Show less

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  Cushman & Wakefield

  Mar 2024 - now

  Director of Engineering

  Supporting Intuitive Surgical sites across America