Nicholas Downs Email & Phone Number

Professional Director of Engineering that is self-motivated, enthusiastic, detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and prioritize my day. Able to work with all levels of employees from hourly associates to executive management. Strong communication skills as well as strong computer literacy. ⬩ Commercial Refrigeration: Servicing of manual and automatic defrost systems, icemakers, walk-in and reach-in coolers, system designs, heat load calculations, piping and, adjustment of control devices, temperature and pressure troubleshooting. ⬩Air Conditioning: Operation, installation and servicing of split systems and package units. Calculation of airflow balancing, duct sizing and heat loads, troubleshooting electrical circuits and piping on both residential and commercial systems ⬩Heating Systems, Heat Pump, Solar Energy: Operation, installation, diagnosis and repair of Condensing gas furnaces high pressure oil burners high efficiency heat pumps, hydronic heating systems, theory and principles of the “reverse flow” of the heat pump, installation techniques, study of solar heating collection, storage and distribution systems.⬩Hotel Experience : AC units, Dryer, washer, cooling tower, fan motors, compressors, guest room door locks, ordering supplies, supervising, training, working with guest fixing their issues, boilers, circulator pumps, electrical, plumbing, showers, toilets, kitchen equipment, tv equipment, troubleshooting, walk in coolers, freezers, Exhaust fans, generators, fire pumps, dishwashers, carpet, roof top units, ceiling units, compressor swaps and braze and solder daily.⬩Director of Engineering: Manage and lead department. Worked closely with owners of hotel during renovation at the Sheraton Suites and the opening of the River House at Odette’s. Attempted to repair items on site prior to calling out a vendor to complete the fix thereby avoiding costly bills. Handled all purchasing/ PO's/receiving and invoicing. Was available all hours in the event something went wrong at the hotel. ⬩ Opened New luxury hotel: Building was new from ground up, helped to prepare for successful opening. Organized engineering department and policies. Bought company vehicles and became General Contractor of other owner’s projects.⬩Shuttle/Valet Manager: Responsible for scheduling drivers to ensure accurate coverage with having guests transported to and from the Philadelphia Airport. Was responsible for all vehicle maintenance and worked closely with Insurance Broker when needed. Also in charge of current valet team at the Riverhouse