JAMES VEAL
Kansas City
Summary
Results-driven Maintenance Leader with over 15 years of experience overseeing facility operations across healthcare, pharmaceutical, food processing, and distribution industries. Skilled in regulatory compliance (including LTC), HVAC/R, ammonia refrigeration systems, PLCs, and automation technologies. Proven ability to lead multi-site maintenance teams, ensure building integrity, and exceed operational benchmarks. Known for turning around underperforming facilities, building strong inspection relationships, and implementing new technologies that improve uptime, efficiency, and compliance.
Experienced with managing regional maintenance operations across multiple facilities. Utilizes strategic planning and team coordination to enhance operational efficiency. Track record of implementing effective maintenance protocols and solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Maintenance Director
Reliant Healthcare Company – Midwest Region
09.2022 - 08.2025
- Oversaw maintenance operations across 5 long-term care facilities throughout the Midwest.
- Directed and assisted a team of 15 maintenance technicians, providing training, education, and direction on Missouri LTC compliance and facility upkeep.
- Ensured all building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural) met regulatory and operational standards.
- Successfully transformed underperforming facilities into compliant, survey-ready environments.
- Collaborated with State, Federal, and Health Department inspectors to pass annual surveys and unannounced inspections.
- Developed and standardized maintenance procedures for sustained compliance and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with regional managers to align maintenance goals with company objectives, driving consistent progress towards targets.
- Established strong vendor relationships, negotiating favorable contracts for parts and services while maintaining high-quality standards.
Director of Operations
Longevity Heating and Cooling LLC
02.2017 - 09.2022
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Oversaw the successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Reduced maintenance costs by developing preventive maintenance plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Reduced energy consumption with the optimization of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in various facilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative HVAC designs that met project requirements and exceeded client expectations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Optum – United Health Group
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Supervised 5 maintenance technicians in a high-output mail-order pharmaceutical facility.
- Installed and maintained automated conveyor systems with integrated sensors, diverters, and tracking systems.
- Implemented and troubleshot robotic systems for automated picking, sorting, and labeling.
- Programmed and maintained PLC systems (Allen Bradley) to control facility automation and diagnostics.
- Adapted quickly to new facility technologies and led team training for state-of-the-art systems.
- Conducted routine audits to ensure all systems met safety, operational, and regulatory standards.
Maintenance Technician
Tyson Foods Inc.
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Performed mechanical and electrical repairs on plant production equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and safety checks on industrial ammonia refrigeration systems, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, and associated controls, following strict OSHA and EPA guidelines.
- Monitored system pressures, ammonia levels, and coordinated leak detection and emergency response procedures.
- Maintained HVAC/R, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems across food processing areas.
- Troubleshot and programmed Allen Bradley PLCs to maintain uptime and optimize process performance.
- Supported production through rapid response repairs on forklifts, plumbing, and infrastructure systems.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies - Industrial Controls
Vatterott College
Kansas City, MO01.2012
Skills
- Regional Facility Management
- Long-Term Care Compliance (LTC/MO)
- HVAC/R Systems & Diagnostics
- Ammonia Refrigeration Systems
- PLC Programming (Allen Bradley)
- Robotic System Integration
- Conveyor System Installation & Maintenance
- Electrical/Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
- Staff Supervision & Training
- Regulatory Survey Preparation
- State/Federal Inspector Coordination
- Maintenance scheduling
- Staff training and development
- Grounds maintenance
Certification
- EPA Universal Certification
- HVAC Technician Certification
- CPO (Certified Pool Operator)
Timeline
Regional Maintenance Director
Reliant Healthcare Company – Midwest Region
09.2022 - 08.2025
Director of Operations
Longevity Heating and Cooling LLC
02.2017 - 09.2022
Maintenance Supervisor
Optum – United Health Group
01.2012 - 12.2016
Maintenance Technician
Tyson Foods Inc.
08.2008 - 08.2012
Associate of Occupational Studies - Industrial Controls
Vatterott College
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