DWIGHT RUFFIN
Clayton
Summary
Detail-oriented Facility Supervisor with a strong focus on safety compliance, effective communication, and team leadership. Committed to maintaining operational excellence through rigorous safety protocols and proactive facility management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FACILITY SUPERVSIOR III
NC DEPARTMENT OF ADULT CORRECTIONS
Smithfield
06.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and maintenance of facility environments.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and support.
- Implemented safety protocols and training programs for facility staff.
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations consistently.
- Conducted inspections to maintain cleanliness and order in facilities.
- Collaborated with other departments to address facility-related issues.
- Assisted in managing inventory of supplies and equipment needed for operations.
- Facilitated communication between management and facility personnel effectively.
- Maintained inventory records of tools, supplies, materials, and equipment used in the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility to identify potential safety hazards or needed repairs.
- Coordinated maintenance activities, including scheduling and supervising contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Provided training to staff on proper safety protocols and operating procedures.
- Established procedures for responding to emergency situations such as fire alarms or medical emergencies.
- Managed budgets by tracking spending on repairs and other services.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to building operations.
- Developed preventive maintenance plans for the facility and equipment.
- Scheduled periodic tests of fire suppression systems according to local codes and regulations.
- Created processes for maintaining accurate records related to employee access control into secure areas within the building.
- Prepared reports on building performance metrics such as occupancy rates or energy usage levels over time.
- Handled maintenance and repair demands by preparing schedules and delegating assignments to team members.
- Managed system work orders by distributing assignments and closing out completed work after walk-throughs.
- Oversaw vendor-provided building, janitorial, pest control and landscaping services.
- Prepared for emergencies by creating building evacuation action plans.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
Senior Maintenance Technician
CITY OF RALEIGH
Raleigh
12.2016 - 06.2024
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC systems and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to schedule preventive maintenance tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and service logs.
- Identified areas where process improvements could reduce downtime or improve efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations and industry standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance plans for all machinery in the facility.
- Ordered replacement parts as needed for repairing or improving existing equipment.
- Identified root causes of mechanical failures to determine appropriate solutions.
- Performed preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
- Troubleshot complex problems related to electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other systems.
- Trained junior technicians in proper repair, troubleshooting, and safety procedures.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
HVAC Technician
Department of Administration
Raleigh
05.2012 - 12.2016
- Installed heating and cooling systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed HVAC issues and performed necessary repairs efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on HVAC equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Managed inventory of HVAC parts and materials for timely service delivery.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
- Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
- Troubleshot complex control circuits involving relays, transformers and switches.
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
- Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
- Inspected electrical wiring of existing HVAC systems to identify potential problems and safety hazards.
- Recovered refrigerant from old HVAC units prior to disposal according to local environmental regulations.
- Promptly responded to complaints about temperature problems during massive heatwave and conducted assessments to determine causes and target solutions.
- Adept at reading blue prints of electrical equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired faults in HVAC systems, including refrigerant leaks, electrical issues, and mechanical failures.
- Performed ductwork repairs and modifications to improve system airflow and indoor air quality.
- Calibrated HVAC equipment and systems for optimal performance and energy efficiency.
- Assisted in the selection and sizing of HVAC equipment for new installations, based on detailed load calculations.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment.
- Put in new gas lines, wiring and other support components for HVAC systems.
- Cut and drilled holes in floors, walls and roofs to install equipment using power saws and drills.
HVAC MECHANIC
NC Department of Corrections- CENTRAL PRISON
Raleigh
03.2009 - 05.2012
- Installed HVAC systems in compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on heating and cooling units to ensure efficiency.
- Diagnosed and repaired HVAC system malfunctions using specialized tools.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex HVAC issues effectively.
- Documented service reports detailing repairs and maintenance activities performed.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
- Designed and implemented custom HVAC solutions to meet specific customer requirements and building specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
CLAYTON HIGH SCHOOL
Clayton, NC06-1992
Skills
- Facility maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Emergency preparedness
- Staff training
- Vendor negotiation
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Work order management
- Plumbing systems
- Building automation
- Access control
- Fire protection
- HVAC
- Electrical
- Public safety
- Building walk-throughs
- Building operations
- Develop policies
- Troubleshooting skills
- Schedule preparation
- Outside contractor oversight
Certification
CFC CERTIFICATION-UNIVERSAL
Accomplishments
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Affiliations
ONE BLOOD -FEEDING COMMUNITY
Timeline
FACILITY SUPERVSIOR III
NC DEPARTMENT OF ADULT CORRECTIONS
06.2024 - Current
Senior Maintenance Technician
CITY OF RALEIGH
12.2016 - 06.2024
HVAC Technician
Department of Administration
05.2012 - 12.2016
HVAC MECHANIC
NC Department of Corrections- CENTRAL PRISON
03.2009 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
CLAYTON HIGH SCHOOL