Daryl Wright
Fayetteville
Summary
Results-driven operations and maintenance manager with a strong military background in enhancing efficiency and compliance. Led training initiatives and managed cross-functional teams to achieve project deadlines while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction. Skilled in task delegation, maintenance scheduling, and team oversight, with advanced knowledge of equipment maintenance and repairs.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE MANAGER
AMENTUM
Baghdad
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily operations of O&M staff, ensuring quality service delivery to customers.
- Direct sustainability oversight for all living areas, containerized housing units, and critical infrastructure.
- Inspect work processes to ensure compliance with SOW (SLA) and quality standards.
- Managed hiring and conducted interviews for carpentry, electrical, power generation, HVAC, and plumbing services to enhance team capabilities.
- Conducted training sessions for maintenance personnel on safety protocols and best practices to ensure compliance and operational safety.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance staff knowledge of maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Prepare and submit reports on employee performance, KPIs, risk assessments, and root cause analysis and safety.
- Worked closely with Contract Office Representative (COR) and Facilities to quickly address compliance concerns and ensure a positive and productive relationship with the customer.
- Collaborate with procurement to maintain optimal stock levels for operations.
- Establish standards of conduct and performance while assigning tasks effectively.
- Analyze business performance data and forecasted results for upper management to inform strategic decision-making.
- Propose or approve modifications to project plans.
- Complete thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Plan and lead team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Resolve customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Review completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Collaborate with vendors to source materials and negotiate service contracts.
- Provided updates to customers on critical work orders and small projects.
HVACR SUPERVISOR/Mechanical Superintendent
PAE/AMENTUM
Baghdad
04.2021 - 01.2025
- Managed O&M Mechanical Departments as the Mechanical Superintendent at the Baghdad Embassy Compound.
- Oversaw general and specialized maintenance and repairs to include small construction projects such as the installation and commission of a chiller plant.
- Ensured compliance with safety and contractual responsibilities in alignment with company and OSHA guidelines.
- Oversaw the maintenance of various AC Units, Exhaust fans and hoods, chillers.
- Implemented changes to increase efficiency in the HVAC Department.
- Distributed workload and performed safety and technical training to 17+ technicians.
- Quickly solved issues among the workers as well as with customers.
- Coordinated with the other trades to accomplish projects, often within tight time constraints.
- Presented compliance issues and solutions to Management, saving the company from potential Corrective Actions during audits.
- Led initiatives to identify and correct long-standing compliance issues, earning the S.P.O.T. award.
- Recognized and awarded for completing the Chancery Chiller Project, along with 2 other high-profile projects successfully within 6 months and with no safety incidents.
- Coordinated with Facility Management to remove or add buildings and equipment to our scope of work.
- Assumed the responsibilities of Mechanical Superintendent for the Baghdad Embassy.
- Assisted with Management duties in the absence of multiple managers on site until becoming the Operations and Maintenance Manager.
- Conducted hiring interviews to evaluate candidates for various positions, contributing to team building.
- Trained new employees on company policies and operational procedures.
- Coordinated workflow among team members, improving overall team productivity.
- Managed budget for department, ensuring all expenses stayed within allocated funds.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operational efficiency.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to staff.
- Gave reports using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Use GMMS (Global Maintenance Management System), Maximo and AMRO to manage assets and inventory.
- Performed cost assessments for new projects.
- Saved the company thousands of dollars by streamlining inventory to better suit the scope of work.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
HVAC MECHANIC/ FOREMAN
DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL
Kandahar
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Achieved 99.86% readiness and efficiency for small appliances and equipment through effective leadership.
- Supervised night shift operations for HVAC, appliance, fire suppression, and electricians during exhaust hood cleaning and maintenance.
- Performed Preventive Maintenance and O&M on various Air-Conditioned units, Reefer units and Refrigeration units in accordance with manufacture requirements.
- Utilized wiring schematics and technical manuals to guide repairs and installations.
- Conducted troubleshooting with voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter to identify electrical issues.
- Conducted weekly training for technicians on PWS, SOP, safety protocols, leadership, and team building.
- Recognized for establishing a positive and productive relationship between our customers and our HVAC Shop.
- Conducted corrective actions and conflict resolutions.
- Knowledgeable in the company PWS and SOP. Filling out SORs, Crew sheets and PM forms.
FSS/HVAC Technician Lead
AC-FIRST Aecom
Bagram
10.2013 - 05.2018
- Operated and maintained life support systems, including air conditioning, heating, NBC, and fire suppression systems, according to military technical manuals and field manual for optimal functionality of bottle charging station.
- Troubleshot and repaired electrical and compressed air systems using wiring schematics, ohm meters, voltmeters, leak detectors, and nitrogen, ensuring system reliability.
- Executed recycling and recovery of refrigerant and oil from AC units to comply with environmental regulations.
- Removed and disassembled fire suppression bottles, safely storing contents in drums for compliant disposal.
- Build various types of FSS bottles IAW FM-200.
- Achieved certification as Fire Marshal, demonstrating expertise in fire safety protocols and regulations.
- Certificate of Achievement for no safety violations or accidents for over a year
52C Utilities Equipment Repairer/Power Supply Supervisor
U.S. ARMY
Fort Bragg
08.1990 - 02.1999
- Assigned to 1st COSCOM and Bravo Company 28th CSH as Corps support and Sustainment which is the Army version of O&M support.
- Supervised 9 soldiers delivering HVAC, power generation, and portable laundry services to Combat Support Hospital.
- Performed maintenance on various air condition units and heaters, water chillers, boilers, and laundry & bath units and Generators.
- Fabricated and repaired electrical wiring, refrigerant and fuel lines.
- Frequent troubleshooting with the use of a multi-meter, schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Replaced parts and performed scheduled services.
- Coordinated tasks to meet project deadlines, ensuring timely completion of objectives.
- Developed load plans for movement.
- Provided layout for Life Support equipment set up during field exercises.
- Performed technical training for soldiers.
- Presented critical information to senior leaders, enhancing decision-making processes.
- Functioned as the Motor Sergeant while our Motor Sergeant was TDY.
- Acting Motor Sergeant for 2 months
- Earned Soldier of the Month award.
- Earned Soldier of the Quarter award.
- Earned Army Achievement Medal for exceptional leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville12-2027
HS Diploma -
T.R. Robinson High School
Tampa, FL05-1989
Skills
- HVAC systems
- HVAC Contractor License
- Project management
- Project planning
- Schedule management
- Data interpretation
- Regulatory compliance
- Cost control
- Inventory management
- Asset management
- Work order management
- Vendor management
- Vendor relationship management
- Computerized maintenance management system
- Emergency response
- Continuous improvement
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Employee scheduling
- Employee performance assessment
- Performance evaluation
- Employee coaching and mentoring
- Initiative-driven
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Exceptional customer support
- Customer relationship management
- Active Secret Clearance
- Time management abilities
- Team Building
- Hiring Manager
- MS office
- Regulatory standards
- Risk assessment
- Safety compliance management
Citizenship
U.S. Citizen
Certification
- US Army (AIT) Certificate of Completion Utilities Equipment Repair (52C)
- US Army Certificate of Completion for the Professional Leadership Development Course (PLDC)
- Universal 608 Air Conditioning Certification
- 609 Refrigerant Recovery/Recycle Qualification Certification
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- A2L Flammable Refrigerant Certification No. A2L214588
- North Carolina Contractors Heating Ventilation Air Condition License No.35042
Security Clearance
Active Secret Clearance
Timeline
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE MANAGER
AMENTUM
01.2025 - Current
HVACR SUPERVISOR/Mechanical Superintendent
PAE/AMENTUM
04.2021 - 01.2025
HVAC MECHANIC/ FOREMAN
DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL
05.2018 - 01.2021
FSS/HVAC Technician Lead
AC-FIRST Aecom
10.2013 - 05.2018
52C Utilities Equipment Repairer/Power Supply Supervisor
U.S. ARMY
08.1990 - 02.1999
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Fayetteville State University
HS Diploma -
T.R. Robinson High School