REGINALD BUNTING
Covington,GA
Summary
Strategic maintenance and operations executive with more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience directing large-scale facility maintenance, engineering operations, capital projects, and high-performing technical teams. Proven success managing maintenance programs exceeding $13 million annually, leading workforces of over 45 supervisors and technicians, improving operational reliability, reducing reactive maintenance, and delivering multimillion-dollar facilities in highly regulated environments. Known for building high-performing teams, driving continuous improvement, optimizing budgets, increasing equipment reliability, and aligning maintenance strategies with organizational objectives. Extensive experience supporting aviation, manufacturing, distribution, industrial, and government facilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Jacobs
Atlanta, GA
09.2024 - Current
- Lead the maintenance program supporting one of the world's busiest airports with responsibility for a $13.1 million annual maintenance budget.
- Key Accomplishments
- Directed $13.1M maintenance operation, identifying cost-saving opportunities through strategic procurement and process improvements.
- Managed cross-functional teams with Agile and Waterfall methodologies to streamline project execution.
- Led risk management initiatives that enhanced project delivery and minimized operational disruptions.
- Reduced reactive maintenance work orders by 60%, improving operational reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Develop KPI dashboards and executive reporting for senior leadership.
- Conduct executive business reviews with C-suite leadership.
- Oversee project documentation, scheduling, quality assurance, and resource allocation.
Technical Service Operations Manager
Jacobs
Atlanta, GA
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed maintenance operations for 8 million square feet at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
- Key Accomplishments
- Led 4 Trade Superintendents and 42 technicians supporting over 350,000 annual work orders.
- Increased preventive maintenance completion to 98%.
- Improved reactive maintenance performance by 85%.
- Generated more than $600,000 in additional revenue through successful Out-of-Scope project management.
- Directed electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, HVAC, and structural maintenance.
- Developed strategic maintenance plans that enhanced system reliability and minimized downtime.
- Implemented competency-based hiring and technician development programs to elevate team skills and performance.
- Led safety initiatives ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of safety.
Maintenance Operations Manager
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas
Monroe, GA
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Directed manufacturing maintenance operations focused on reliability, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement.
- Highlights
- Managed preventive maintenance programs, achieving 100% compliance and enhancing equipment reliability.
- Improved equipment uptime and reduced Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
- Led PLC troubleshooting for Allen-Bradley, Omron, Mitsubishi, and Keyence systems, ensuring minimal downtime and swift resolution of technical issues.
- Enhanced Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by conducting Root Cause Analysis to identify and resolve key issues.
- Managed capital assets and departmental performance metrics.
Maintenance Area Manager
Walmart Distribution Center
Union City, GA
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Oversaw maintenance operations for 1.2 million square-foot automated distribution center, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Directed maintenance for more than 20 miles of automated conveyor systems.
- Administered capital and operating budgets, aligning resources with strategic maintenance objectives.
- Reduced facility downtime by 80%.
- Successfully transitioned the maintenance organization from reactive to proactive maintenance.
- Developed technician training programs resulting in a 96% certification success rate.
- Coordinated CMMS operations and preventive maintenance scheduling to enhance operational efficiency and minimize disruptions.
Logistics Coordinator Manager
TRILL Entertainment
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2016 - 09.2018
- Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
Booking/Sales Manager
Crown Coliseum
Fayetteville, NC
02.2014 - 02.2016
Assistant Business Manager
Fort Stewart Army Base
Hinesville
08.2010 - 01.2014
Manager / Booking Agent
St. Louis House of Comedy
St Louis
05.2007 - 06.2010
Electrical Systems Craftsman
United States Air Force
San Antonio
10.1997 - 04.2007
- Maintained electrical infrastructure ensuring reliability for mission-critical operations.
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in compliance with military standards.
- Troubleshot electrical malfunctions to ensure optimal system performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute technical projects efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville04.2016
Associate of Science - Human Resources
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, OH04.2016
Skills
- Project management
- Program Development
- Facilities Operations Leadership
- Maintenance Program Management
- Asset Management
- Asset Reliability
- Predictive maintenance
- CMMS Administration
- CMMS
- Maximo
- SAP
- Financial planning
- Financial forecasting
- P&L management
- Procurement
- Contract management
- Vendor Management
- Safety compliance
- Safety Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Process optimization
- KPI creation
- KPI Reporting
- Project Execution
- Root Cause Analysis
- Innovation Strategy
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Team building
- Reporting skills
- Financial planning
Certification
- Business Administration Foundation
- Human Resources Management
- Human Resources Staffing Specialist
Timeline
Program Manager
Jacobs
09.2024 - Current
Technical Service Operations Manager
Jacobs
04.2022 - 08.2024
Maintenance Operations Manager
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas
10.2021 - 02.2022
Maintenance Area Manager
Walmart Distribution Center
07.2018 - 10.2021
Logistics Coordinator Manager
TRILL Entertainment
03.2016 - 09.2018
Booking/Sales Manager
Crown Coliseum
02.2014 - 02.2016
Assistant Business Manager
Fort Stewart Army Base
08.2010 - 01.2014
Manager / Booking Agent
St. Louis House of Comedy
05.2007 - 06.2010
Electrical Systems Craftsman
United States Air Force
10.1997 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Fayetteville State University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Associate of Science - Human Resources
Fayetteville Technical Community College
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Project Management Certification Course
- Project Management Academy