FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE
AND
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
(FMO)
PROGRAM REVIEW
PROGRAM REVIEW PARTICIPANTS
Bill Englert, Director of College Facilities
Thomas Jones, General Foreman
Michael Pursey, Operations Manager
Al Askew, Stock Control Supervisor
Mary Vargas, Facilities Assistant
Submitted: November 18, 2010
Updated: August 8, 2011
Typed and Organized by Mary Vargas, Facilities Assistant
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Los Angeles Harbor College Mission Statement 5
Los Angeles Harbor College Administrative Services’ Mission Statement 5
Facilities, Maintenance & Operations Mission Statement & Values 6
Facilities, Maintenance & Operations Department’s Description 7
Organizational Chart 8
Program Review of Facilities, Maintenance & Operations’ Management
Director of College Facilities 9
Operations Manager 10
General Foreman 10
Stock Control Supervisor 10
Sr. Custodial Supervisor 10
Program Review of Trades Department
Tradesmen’s Job Duties 11
Safety Meetings 12
Safety Measures and Procedures 13
ADA/Elevator Issues 13
Graffiti Issues 13
Disaster Drill/Training 13
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance 14
Preventative Maintenance 14
HVAC/Plumbing/Electrical Issues 14
Event Setup and Support 14
Program Review of Receiving Department
Receiving Staff’s Job Duties 16
Asset Management 16
Online Surplus Auction 16
Goods Receipt Process 17
Hazardous Waste Disposal 18
Vehicle Inventory 18
Document Storage and Shredding 19
Program Review of Custodial Department
Custodial Staff’s Job Duties 20
Building Assignments 20
Campus Recycling Program 21
Cleaning Supply Inventory 21
Furniture and Equipment Moves 21
Event Setup and Support 21
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Program Review of Gardening Department
Gardening Staff’s Job Duties 22
Schedule of Gardening Maintenance 22
Pest Control Issues 23
Storm Water Drains 23
Program Review of Clerical Support
Facilities Assistant’s Job Duties 24
Civic Center Permits 25
Facilities Focus Newsletter 25
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Webpage 25
Facility Reservations 25
Waste Diversion Report 26
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s Data Assessment
Work Request System 27
Time Reporting System 27
Industrial Accidents 28
Annual Space Inventory 28
Annual Scheduled Maintenance 28
Backflow System 28
State Laws and District Mandates 28
Building and Safety Codes 29
Health and Fire Department Codes 29
CalOSHA Regulations 29
AQMD Regulations 29
Data Sources 29
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s College Support
Purchase Orders 2007 - 2009 Breakdown 30
Facilities Orders 2007 - 2009 Breakdown 31
Short Term Agreements and Contracts 33
Support to College Programs and Services 34
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s Role in Construction
Roles of FMO Management and Tradesmen 35
Non-Bond Related Construction & Repairs 37
Alterations and Improvements 38
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s Service Area Outcomes 39
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s Goals and Objectives
2007 - 2010 Objectives and Outcomes 40
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Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s Review Summary 41
2011-2012 Goals and Objectives 43
2011-2012 Staffing Needs 44
2011-2012 Equipment Needs 45
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Analysis 46
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Future Plans 50
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Large Project Plans 51
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Next Program Review 52
Appendix
Survey Results
Assessment Survey Analysis Summary Student Survey 2007 54
Campus Facilities and Services Student Survey 2009 60
Satisfaction Survey Results
Campus Facilities and Services Survey Results
Unit Plan
2007-2008
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LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Los Angeles Harbor College is to offer an environment that fosters
learning by providing comprehensive programs that meet the educational needs of
students and are appropriate and useful to the community we serve, including:
Degree and Transfer Programs
Vocational and workforce preparation
Basic skills instruction
English as a second language
Credit and noncredit courses for life-long learning
Contract education including customized corporate training
Community services
Support services
Information Literacy
An essential aspect of the mission for the community we serve is to advance economic
growth and global competitiveness through education, training, and services that
contribute to continuous workforce improvement and civic responsibility.
We are committed to student learning in a supportive educational environment that
recognizes the uniqueness of individuals, provides a center for the cultural enrichment of
the community and seeks dynamic dialog and reflective evaluation and improvement of
the institution.
LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
MISSION STATEMENT
The Administrative Services units strive to support student learning and student services
with effective and efficient business operations and by providing a quality learning
environment that is aesthetically pleasing, safe, and healthful. The Administrative
Services area supports the mission of the college by providing adequate resources
required to meet student learning needs both in services and the environment.
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LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE
FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS
DEPARTMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
The Facilities, Maintenance and Operations Department is committed to providing a safe,
clean and operational institution that supports the educational needs of our students,
faculty, staff, and community. We provide maintenance and routine repairs to all areas of
the campus and understand the importance a well maintained and efficient facility plays
in a balanced educational environment. We, as a team, strive to provide excellent service
to the campus community by taking advantage of technological innovations.
FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS
DEPARTMENT
VALUES
INTEGRITY: We are each accountable for high standards of behavior including
honesty and fairness in all aspects of our work. We will treat faculty, staff, students,
and college resources with the respect they deserve.
TEAMWORK: We are dedicated to working together to provide a safe, clean,
functional campus with appreciation and understanding to each team members’
opinions and ideas.
RESPECT: We embrace a considerate environment that displays dignity and
fairness for all individuals.
COMMITMENT: We are fully committed to serve and support all aspects of the
college operations.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
DESCRIPTION
The Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department provide maintenance and routine
repairs to all areas of the campus. The areas of maintenance and repairs include:
custodial, gardening, receiving, electrical, electronics, heating/air conditioning, painting,
plumbing, and locksmith services.
Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Staff
Clerical Staff
Facilities Assistant
Custodial
A-Shift Custodians
B-Shift Custodians
Gardening
Lead Gardener
Gardeners
Groundskeeper
Management
Director of College Facilities
Operations Manager
General Foreman
Stock Control Supervisor
Senior Custodial Supervisor
Receiving
Stock Control Assistant
Trades
Carpenter - Vacant Position
Electrician
Electronics Technician
Heating and Air Conditioning Technician
Locksmith
Maintenance Assistant
Painter
Plumber
In this Program Review the Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s staff
will be describing the work performed by the department and its’ individual staff on a
daily basis. It also includes goals, objectives, departmental analysis, future plans,
staffing/equipment needs, and service area outcomes.
DIRECTOR
COLLEGE
FACILITIES
FACILITIES
ASSISTANT
GENERAL
FOREMAN
OPERATIONS
MANAGER
STOCK
CONTROL
SUPERVISOR
STOCK
CONTROL
ASSISTANT
SR.
CUSTODIAL
SUPERVISOR
LEAD
GARDENER
GARDENERS
GROUNDS-
KEEPER
A-SHIFT
CUSTODIANS
B-SHIFT
CUSTODIANS
HVAC
TECHNICIAN
PLUMBER
CARPENTER
(VACANT)
ELECTRICIAN
ELECTRONICS
TECHNICIAN
MAINTENANCE
ASSISTANT
MAINTENANCE
ASSISTANT
LOCKSMITH
PAINTER
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT JOB DUTIES
Director of College Facilities - Directs the scheduling, assignment, and review of all work of maintenance
and operations personnel to ensure that college buildings, structures, grounds, and equipment are maintained
and repaired according to established standards. Ensures effective integration of new buildings and
equipment with existing systems. Evaluates bond projects for design, manageability, and consistency with
other buildings. Recommends and implements policies, procedures, and work standards involving
maintenance and operations projects that improve efficiency and cost effectiveness. Plans, directs, and
maintains a preventative maintenance program for college buildings and associated equipment. Directs the
allocation of resources to meet regular and special requirements and to respond to emergencies. Confers with
administrators and other officials regarding facilities needs, funding, planning, design, feasibility, estimating
costs and timing of maintenance, alteration, and capital outlay projects. Inspects maintenance and operations
work in progress to ensure compliance with District standards, Building, Health and Safety Codes and other
applicable laws and regulations, and resolves deficiencies as needed. In cooperation with other District staff,
develops proposals, and implements energy conservation programs. Serves as liaison between college staff,
administrators, and contract architectural and engineering firms. Reviews construction related scope and
budget documents and makes recommendations to college administrators. Directs the inspection of
maintenance contract work and recommends payment upon satisfactory completion. Coordinates and directs
the space planning process for college facilities and provides asset management analysis for best utilization of
existing college facilities. Plans and directs training programs for maintenance and operations staff on
policies, work methods, materials, equipment, and safety. Directs the efficient processing of facility work
orders through a computerized system. Coordinates implementation of the Southern California Air Quality
Management District (AQMD) regulations. Administers the maintenance, operations, and utilities budgets
and controls and authorizes expenditures in accordance with established limitations. Directs the requisition,
receipt, and control of maintenance and operations supplies, equipment, and materials. Prepares building
construction and service contract specifications. Directs the disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Prepares or directs the preparation of correspondence, reports, and presentations regarding maintenance and
operations activities. Directs the preparation and maintenance of comprehensive records related to personnel,
budget, funding, construction projects, and related activities. Represents the campus at a variety of meetings
and committees, involving construction, maintenance, and operations activities.
Operations Manager - Responsible for planning, managing and assigning all facilities operational activities
in the custodial and gardening departments; monitors operations budgets and allocates resources; administers
and monitors the campus recycling program; inventories, requisitions, receives, distributes and keeps records
of all custodial and gardening supplies; supervises, trains, and evaluates all custodial and gardening staff;
analyzes staffing and equipment; conducts interviews for custodian and gardener new hires; plans and
implements in-service and safety training; confers with campus administrators, division chairs, instructors,
students and public regarding the use of college facilities; maintains records, time reports and other personnel
paperwork; coordinates the moving of furniture and equipment; completes work order requests; issues and
maintains keys and other equipment; oversee and inspect the campus grounds, landscaping, buildings and
equipment for housekeeping, cleanliness, sanitation, grooming and safety; acts in absence of College
Facilities Director; serves on campus committees as facilities representative; conducts work and assignment
schedules; have fundamentals of trades work; apply and ensure adherence to rules, policies, and regulations;
responds to emergency calls concerning operational issues; provides advice and decision making for campus
operational problems, regulations, procedures, and standards concerning facilities operations activities;
administers and issues employee performance evaluations and progressive discipline.
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General Foreman - Plans, coordinates, and supervises the work of skilled journey-level workers of at least
three building trades and other staff assigned to construction projects, maintenance and repair of buildings and
equipment at a college, and has job site responsibility for various building trades projects. Typical duties:
Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises the work of journey-level workers of various building trades
involving construction, maintenance, alteration, and repair of buildings and equipment. Reviews staff’s work
in progress for adherence to job specifications, building and safety codes, and project timelines. Inspects
facilities for maintenance and safety problems, and schedules and performs preventive and corrective
maintenance work related to various building trades. Confers with administrators and contractors, as the
campus technical expert in various building trades, regarding planned construction and work projects in
progress. Estimates costs, manpower needed, and time necessary for completion of various building trades’
projects; and prepares requisitions for supplies and materials. Coordinates the work of assigned staff with
other District building trades. Prepares job specifications, sketches and progress reports on installation,
maintenance and repair work. Interprets and explains specifications, blue prints, and work projects to
assigned staff. Ensures that staff is supplied with tools, materials, and equipment for completion of
renovation and repair projects related to various building trades. Instructs and advises staff on changes in
policies, procedures, and work standards. Oversees and inspects contract work of various building trades.
Interviews and selects new staff and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel. May perform the more
complex journey-level work in one or more building trades in emergencies.
Stock Control Supervisor - Supervises and participates in the performance of manual and clerical
storekeeping duties in connection with the ordering, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and shipping of
supplies, goods, materials, and equipment in a central storekeeping operation. Supervises and participates in
the work involved in a central storekeeping operation. Receives and inspects a variety of delivered items for
breakage, damage, or deterioration and for completeness and accuracy against purchase orders. Arranges for
inspection of electrical and mechanical equipment by technical experts. Contacts purchasing staff, shippers,
and/or vendors regarding errors in delivery, breakage, or damage of materials, deviations from specifications,
timeliness of delivery, and other problems concerning the receipt and condition of goods. Prepares reports on
inspections of equipment, materials, goods, and supplies. Oversees affixing of inventory tags on newly-
acquired equipment and maintains records of such equipment. Signs delivery slips and other
acknowledgment documents of goods received. Delivers ordered items to the various offices and storage
rooms on the campus. Stores equipment, supplies, and goods in proper and efficient manner and maintains
inventory records. Maintains equipment, goods, and supplies in compliance with safety and insurance
regulations. Maintains records of requisitions, purchase orders, release orders, and other related documents.
Orders supplies to replenish stock. Operates material handling equipment in transporting supplies. Arranges
for disposal of surplus equipment. Performs related duties as assigned. Responsible for Plant Facilities
revolving fund money and reimbursement paperwork. Hazardous materials disposal and storage. Process
hazardous materials manifests/paperwork required by the State of California including payments for
consolidated waste permits. Vehicle maintenance including yearly smog tests. Maintains compliance with
the SCAQMD for Dynamic Pressure and Pressure Decay testing for the above ground gasoline and diesel
dispensing tank.
Sr. Custodial Supervisor – Responsible for planning, supervising and reviewing all of the custodial work
activities on an assigned shift having multiple custodial crews; assures adherence to college prescribed
policies, procedures, work standards and other requirements; makes adjustments to the daily work schedule
based upon available workers and project requirements in assigned areas; responds to emergencies and
maintenance calls and assigns staff to perform clean-up and related custodial work; arranges for custodial
supplies and equipment; maintains time reports and other staff records; demonstrates and trains in the proper
use of chemicals, cleaning compounds, custodial tools and equipment, custodial work procedures, standards
of performance and monthly safety meetings; prepares reports related to custodial activities; move and
supervise the moving of equipment and furniture; schedules of work for assigned staff and administers
employee performance evaluations and progressive discipline.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
TRADES DEPARTMENT
TRADESMEN’S JOB DUTIES
Maintenance Assistant - Performs semiskilled and unskilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and
repair of buildings and grounds, equipment and appliances. Work assignments may be in any of the building
trades.
Locksmith - Performs skilled journey-level locksmith work in the installation, adjustment, maintenance,
repair, and replacement of all types of locks, access control devices and other types of lock hardware such as
latches, door checks, and panic bars, including changing of lock combinations and making of keys. The
Locksmith also does the following: Programming key cards; programming time zones into network;
downloading information to all Smart doors; daily programming of faculty and staff cards; keeping daily
logs; document control; providing tours to outsource contractors; overlooking all installation of hardware on
new construction; participates in all meetings concerning construction; insure that all hardware, doors,
frames, door-closures, pivots, electrified hardware, electrified hinges, panic devices, and card readers meet all
ADA standards; master keying of the entire college campus; blueprint reading; punch list control;
documentation of any faulty installs to insure quality control of new construction; purchasing; bidding out
jobs; changing of electrical operators; changing of handicap push plates and running pig-tails; making
adjustments to power supply boxes; logging access to contractors and sub-contractors to construction areas
on campus; inspections and log reports for fire extinguishers; minor repair and maintenance on doors/frames
for elevators to insure proper function; documentation and reporting of any campus disturbances/crimes to
Sheriff’s Department; overview and reporting any unauthorized trespassing to Sheriff’s Department
(processed on the Diamond II system); and adjustment of all gates.
Painter - Prepares surfaces and painting materials and performs skilled journey-level brush, roller, and spray
painting work for the maintenance and decoration of buildings, equipment, facilities, and/or the refinishing of
furniture at a college. Paints and cleans graffiti and reports to the Sheriffs Department of damage costs due to
graffiti.
Carpenter – (Currently Vacant) Performs skilled journey-level carpentry work in the construction,
maintenance, alteration, and repair of building components and structures made of wood and other building
materials at a college.
Electrician - Performs skilled journey-level electrical work in the installation, maintenance, alteration, and repair
of a variety of electrical systems and equipment related to light, heat, communications, and power at a college.
Electronics - Assembles, installs, maintains, repairs, modifies, and tests a wide variety of electronic equipment
including radio, video, television, audio-visual equipment, public address systems, and electronic instructional
aids.
Plumbing - Performs journey-level plumbing work in the installation, maintenance, alteration, and repair of
plumbing systems and related equipment at a college.
HVAC - Performs skilled journey-level work in the installation, inspection, maintenance, alteration, and repair of
heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment, controls, and systems at a college.
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SAFETY MEETINGS
Safety Meetings are organized by the General Foreman and the Facilities Assistant and held several times a
semester and sometimes more often when needed. The training the staff receives at these meetings is
intended to keep the employee safe from industrial accidents as well as providing them the knowledge to
perform their job more efficiently.
Safety Meetings held in the last three years:
2007
OSHA hazardous materials handling and communication
Vehicle and cart safety training
Asbestos safety training
Trip hazard safety training
Forklift certification and safety
Heat stress safety
Ladder safety
Slips,Trips, and Falls
Respirator training
Back safety
2008
AHERA/Asbestos abatement training
Respiratory Protection training
Slips, Trips, and Falls training
Confined Space Entry training
Heat stress worker protection
Cart and vehicle maintenance and safety
Ladder safety
Back safety
Fire extinguisher training
2009
Lower back safety
Heat Stress Training
First Aid/ CPR training
AHERA/Asbestos abatement training
Electrical Safety Training
Powered Industrial Vehicle Training
Respiratory Training
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Ladder Safety
PPE Training
Confined Space Entry Training
Powder Actuated Fastener Certification
Power Washer Training and Safety
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SAFETY MEASURES and PROCEDURES
The FMO Department’s fire extinguisher monthly check program involves most of the Facilities personnel.
Each person involved has an assigned building or location that is their responsibility on a monthly schedule to
look at each and every fire extinguisher in their assignment and to sign off on the extinguisher tag. The
employee has a document that lists each fire extinguisher that they check off and make any comments about
the condition of the unit, including the retaining pin the hose condition and the pressure reading. If a unit is
has any deficiency it is to be replaced by the responsible individual. Completed documentation is turned in to
the General Foreman and is filed for purposes of verification.
ADA/ELEVATOR ISSUES
ADA conformity in almost all cases has been handled through bond construction projects or State funded
construction contracts. These projects will be scoped to code and will be inspected by district inspectors or by
a Build LACCD special inspector dedicated to conformity of ADA code. If there is a situation where the
FMO Department staff must make an installation of any ADA required hardware, ramp, furniture, or other, all
ADA codes and requirements are considered and complied with.
All conveyance devices on campus are serviced through a contract awarded to the low bidder on a yearly
basis. Any conveyance problems come through the FMO Department and will be checked out immediately to
determine if we can resolve the problem. We have a limited degree of expertise related to troubleshooting and
getting a downed device functional. If the problem is determined to be outside of our ability to correct, the
contractor will be contacted to make repairs. By contract, the contractor is required to make repairs within
twenty-four hours of a service call.
GRAFFITI ISSUES
Graffiti issues are usually documented by the on-campus Sheriff Department personnel through digital
photography, depending on the extent of the damage, for use if the offender is apprehended and past
documented graffiti can be matched to them. Graffiti can be brought to the painter’s attention by any campus
staff member or the Sheriff personnel, who between them determine whether or not to make documentation.
The painter will be tasked to either remove or paint over the graffiti once it has been documented.
DISASTER DRILL/TRAINING
The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department perform several different types of disaster drills.
The types of drills include: evacuation, stay and cover, shelter in place, and fire/earthquake. In coordination
with the Sheriffs’ Department and the WEC Committee drills are planned and practiced prior to the day of the
drill. The FMO Department places staff in campus buildings for visual inspections and uses radios for
communication and emergency vests so staff is recognizable to the faculty and students. The campus fire and
public address system is also utilized and tested during the drills. In some drills an emergency command
center is established so that college administration, Facilities staff, and the Sheriffs can meet during the drill
and communicate what issues might be occurring during an emergency.
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VEHICLE and EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Carts are one of the most important tools that facilities personnel have at their disposal. Carts are used
throughout the day for transportation of personnel and supplies to all locations within the campus confines
and are considered very high value equipment. Because of their importance, maintenance of the carts is
essential and includes regular battery, brake, tire, electrical, and other mechanical system maintenance. Each
employee is given training on cart maintenance and is responsible for a list of maintenance operations related
to their assigned vehicle. The employee is required to do weekly battery checks including cleaning of the
batteries, checking all connections at terminals, water levels in battery cells, brake conditions, lights, back up
alarms, grease point lubrication, and general cleanliness of the vehicle. Safe operation of these carts is also a
regular topic for safety meetings provided to all employees who operate carts or vehicles and includes proper
training and certification of an operator to any of the vehicles that they may be required to operate. No
personnel are allowed to operate a cart or vehicle without having been certified by the District to operate that
particular piece of equipment.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
The HVAC technician at this time has the most comprehensive Preventive Maintenance set up over all the
other trades. He uses a spreadsheet to track various maintenance actions related to the roof packs around the
campus such as filter changes or lubrication and fan belt schedules. He will also use that set up for checking
condensate pans and condenser coil cleaning. The HVAC technician also has a schedule for maintenance of
specific equipment at the Central Plant, which is where the chilled water that is used to cool our buildings is
generated. There are scheduled maintenance programs for the boiler plant and the Culinary Arts kitchen that
are managed by the HVAC technician while the actual labor is done by a contracted vendor. The plumber has
a few preventative maintenance programs which include an annual roof drain maintenance program and
backflow device testing and certification program.
HVAC/PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL ISSUES
The FMO Department has journeymen for each of these trades who are responsible for determining what
needs to be done related to the degree of the problem at hand. If it is determined that the Facilities Tradesmen
can handle the problem as a maintenance issue they will make the repair. If the scope of the problem is
beyond a normal maintenance issue it will become a Public Works Project and be packaged for outside
contractors to give a quote wherein the qualified low bidder will be awarded the job. If the job involves
multiple trades and can be done in-house we will have a coordination meeting between all of the trades as
required for completion of the task in the most efficient and cost effective way.
EVENT SETUP and SUPPORT
The tradesmen assist with setups when needed. One of our biggest goals as a college is to graduate students.
The Facilities Department works very hard every year to make sure that the Graduation Ceremony is an event
that the college and its’ graduates can be proud of. Every member of the Facilities staff participates in the
setup for the ceremony. The most labor intensive part of the week is the placement of the event decking that
allows us to use the football stadium for the event. The event decking protects the football stadium’s artificial
turf from damage that could be caused by the stage, chairs, and shoe traffic. The decking consists of
interlocking pieces and usually takes two days to set it up and remove it. This is the third year of its use and it
is an item that the college greatly needed for events. This year the college rented bleachers to allow for more
people to attend the ceremony so the setup had to be completely turned around and reconfigured to allow all
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the guests to see the ceremony. After the decking is placed on the football field, the stage is put into place,
secured, and made safe for the platform party. The white chairs that are used for the graduates and faculty are
rented each year and once they are delivered they must be set up and tied together. Tying the chairs together
are required due to fire code regulations and is time consuming but necessary for the safety of our students
and staff. The lattice work that is placed behind the stage, as a backdrop, is also rented and must be installed
by our tradesmen. The college logo is spruced up each year by the painter and he also takes care of any
graffiti that might be around the stadium area. The bleachers are then pressure washed by the custodial crew
and the landscaping/grounds are tidied up by the gardening staff. Overall, there are many tasks that have to
be accomplished to insure the success of the ceremony, but the Facilities Department commits itself every
year to making the Graduation Ceremony memorable and safe. The Board of Trustees meeting also requires
the tradesmen to work together as tables, chairs, audio, and coordination is required for the event.
Throughout the year the Electronics Technician sets up the audio system for both small and large events and
is sometimes required to stay during the event to run the system.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
RECEIVING DEPARTMENT
STOCK CONTROL ASSISTANT JOB DUTIES
Performs manual storekeeping duties in connection with the receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and
shipping supplies, goods, materials, textbooks and equipment. Performs manual duties involved in
storekeeping operation. Receives and inspects delivered items for breakage, damage, or deterioration and for
completeness and accuracy against purchase orders. Contacts staff regarding errors and discrepancies in the
delivery, timeliness of delivery, damaged goods, and other problems concerning the receipt and condition of
goods. Stores stock items in a proper and efficient manner. Packages orders for return shipment to publishers
and other vendors. Maintains storage facilities and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Maintains
equipment, goods, and supplies in compliance with safety and insurance regulations. Operates material-
handling equipment in transporting supplies. Delivers goods and supplies to various offices and departments.
May affix inventory tags on newly acquired equipment and maintain records on such equipment. May sign
delivery slips and other acknowledgements of goods received. May answer telephones and take messages.
ASSET MANAGEMENT
The Los Angeles Community College District maintains an active inventory in the SAP system for all assets
purchased, bond and non-bond. The system is updated by all nine campuses and the District Office several
times throughout the day. New asset management policies and procedures are currently being written as of
today but have not been finalized.
ONLINE SURPLUS AUCTION
When anybody on campus no longer needs a piece of equipment, they fill out an online work request to have
the items picked up and placed into a designated location to start the process. The items are then
photographed and placed on an online auction website named PublicSurplus.com. This is the website that the
Los Angeles Community College District has designated for asset relocation/sales/donations and all nine
campuses must use this website when assets are deemed as no longer needed. After two weeks of being
posted for internal relocation and then two weeks of public bidding the auction ends and the winning bidder is
contacted. Arrangements are made as to a time and date to pick up the items. The entire process from start to
finish takes around 5 to 7 weeks. After the final disposition of the asset has been attained, the asset tag
number is updated in the SAP system from code 01 “active” to code 05 “Disposal.” These are the procedures
that all nine campuses use as per the Los Angeles Community College District asset guidelines.
YEAR # of ONLINE SURPLUS AUCTIONS AMOUNT OF MONEY RECEIVED
2007 - 2008 31 $ 3,986.76
2008 - 2009 43 $ 3,814.50
2009 - 2010 54 $ 4,343.63
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GOODS RECEIPT PROCESS
Items that have been received that cost less than $250.00 are considered supply items and will be inspected
for breakage, damage, or deterioration and for completeness and accuracy against purchase orders. Items that are
received that are valued at $250.00 or more require a fixed asset tag to be placed on that item if possible.
Some items are too small or cannot be tagged such as digital projector bulbs or computer software that has
been downloaded. If items have been purchased under the “Perkins Grant”, then they get a separate tag along
with the fixed asset tag. The grant tags change in color from fiscal year to year and the year is printed on the
tag. If items are $250.00 or more the asset tagging procedures below will be followed:
1. Items are first determined whether they are computer related or not. If they are not computer related
then the items are tagged using process on line item number 2 below. If items are computer related,
then they are delivered to our Information Technology Department and the procedure starts on line
item number 6
2. A fixed asset tag is placed on the item. The item description, serial number, tag number,
manufacturer, model number, building number, room number, and condition, are all written down on
the purchase order.
3. Items are delivered to a location per the purchase order requestor’s request and signed for. All asset
information from the purchase order is keyed into SAP under the AS02 Change Asset Master Record
heading.
4. The Goods Receipt is processed, purchase order is stamped completed and the material document
number is recorded on the PO. Purchase order, all corresponding packing slips, and freight bills, are
stapled together as one package and filed away in numerical order.
5. Computers and computer related items first come to the Receiving Department and all boxes are
marked with the purchase order number using a black marker. Copies of the purchase order, correct
amount of fixed asset tags, and items are then delivered to our I.T. Department and signed for by the
I.T. staff.
6. The I.T. Department inspects the item for breakage, damage, or deterioration and for completeness and
accuracy against the purchase order. The I.T. Department affixes the asset tags to the items and
records all of the asset information for use in “their” data base. Next, they arrange to have the items
delivered to a location per the purchase order requestor’s direction. The I.T. staff then delivers and
sets up computers and computer related items. Upon delivery they download any other purchased
software or drivers. The I.T. staff makes sure that everything is working properly before leaving.
7. Upon request, I.T. staff prints out what we call the “Final Inspection Report” that lists all of the
information necessary for the I.T. staff and the Stock Control Supervisor to track computer and
computer related assets. Using the final inspection report, the Stock Control Supervisor enters all
asset information under the AS02 Change Asset Master Record heading and attach the report to my
copies of the PO.
8. The Goods Receipt is processed, purchase order is stamped completed and the material document
number is recorded on the PO. Purchase order, all corresponding packing slips, and freight bills, are
stapled together as one package and filed away in numerical order.
9. Processing the Goods Receipt in SAP is the first step towards getting a vendor paid. Once the G/R has
been processed, SAP immediately issues a “Material Document” number that is recorded on the date
stamp to indicate that the order has been completed and everything has been received to the ordering
parties’ satisfaction. The Stock Control Supervisor has copies of every purchase order for the items
that Harbor College has received since SAP went into service starting on July 1, 2002.
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HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL
When anybody on campus has any hazardous waste that they want to get rid of, a work request needs to be
filled out to start the process unless it’s an emergency. Hazardous waste disposal is strictly for campus
generated waste; nothing brought from home will be handled or disposed of. If it is a small quantity of waste,
the Stock Control Supervisor will go to where the items are stored and carefully transport the items to the
FMO Department’s Hazardous Materials Storage room. If it is a large volume of waste, the Stock Control
Supervisor will ask the department to continue to store the product until the District’s contracted vendor,
North State Environmental (NSE), can be notified. Once NSE has been contacted, an arrangement is made as
to the earliest possible date that they can come out to pick up the hazardous material substances. Items are
picked up by NSE and transported off campus to several predetermined waste facilities depending on the
substance. All hazardous waste manifests are signed and original documents are sent with the truck driver,
copies being kept in the Stock Control Supervisor’s office. Once the items have been delivered to the final
disposal location, the manifests are signed by the receiving facility and sent back to Harbor letting us know
that the items have been received by the disposal site. The signed manifests are then matched up with the
copies left here and filed away. The Stock Control Supervisor has all of Harbor’s hazardous waste manifests
since 1992.
VEHICLE INVENTORY
Whenever the campus receives a new or used vehicle, all of the information is recorded in SAP and updated
on a spreadsheet in the Receiving Department computer files. Recorded information includes vehicle year,
make, model, type, I.D. number, license plate number, tag number, color, and the department or individual
that is responsible for the vehicle.
Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Department Year of Vehicle
GMC C1500 Truck FMO Department 1974
Ford Stakebed Truck FMO Department 1991
Chevrolet Astro Van FMO Department 1995
Chevrolet Astro Van FMO Department 1995
Toyota T100 Sweeper Truck Community Services 1998
Gem Electric Car Spec. Programs 2002
Ford Tractor, 3400 Gardening 1970
Nissan Forklift PF02A20V Receiving 1986
Toro Ground Master 345 Gardening 1995
JLG Manlift 460SJ FMO Department 2001
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Custodial 2000
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Custodial 2002
Taylor Dunn 1248-B, Electric Bookstore 1968
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Electrician 2004
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Maintenance Assistant 2000
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Locksmith 2004
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric HVAC Technician 2002
Taylor Dunn 1248-B, Electric Receiving 1968
Taylor Dunn R6-80, Gas Community Services 2002
Cushman 3 Wheel, Electric Bookstore 1968
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Athletic Trainer 2003
Cushman 898632-9010, Gas Gardening 1995
Cushman 898630A, Gas Gardening 1997
Cushman 898543B, Gas Gardening 1999
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Custodial 2001
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Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Custodial 2001
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Plumber 2002
Kubota RTV900, Diesel Community Services 2006
John Deere Gator TS - Gas Athletics Dept. 2006
EZ-GO A303, Electric President’s Office 2006
EZ-GO J299, Electric Sheriff Department 2004
EZ-GO J299, Electric Sheriff Department 2004
Toyota Forklift 7FBEU18 Receiving 2008
Taylor Dunn BO-248-36/Electric Maintenance Assistant 2008
Taylor Dunn BO-248-36/Electric Painter 2008
Taylor Dunn BO-248-36/Electric Carpenter 2008
Taylor Dunn BO-248-36/Electric Electronics 2008
Taylor Dunn BO-248-36/Electric Receiving 2008
Taylor Dunn BO-210-36/Electric I.T. Department 2008
Taylor Dunn BO-210-36/Electric Bookstore 2008
EZ-GO Rio Secco/Electric Baseball Team 2003
Triton TG3S, 120 kw FMO Department 2006
Taylor Dunn B2-48, Electric Gardening 1996
Club Car 4-Passenger Model Sheriff Department 2004
Taylor Dunn R3-80 Community Services 2004
Allmand D905 FMO Department 2002
Vermeer BC600XL Gardening 2010
Craftsman DGS6500 Baseball Team 2008
DOCUMENT STORAGE and SHREDDING
When documents need to be archived, a department will call and an arrangement will be made for pick up
date and time. Boxes are picked up and placed in the Campus Records Storage room located in the rear
corner of the Receiving Department. Items are placed on the shelves according to department. Currently
items are being stored for the Financial Aid Department, Admissions Office, Administration of Justice,
Foundation Office, Payroll, and Personnel. A notice is put out campus wide to anybody that has items that
need to be shredded. Boxes are picked up on the dates specified in the memo and stored in a specific
location in the Campus Records Storage room. When the collections have been completed, an outside vendor
comes to campus with a large truck mounted paper shredder. Boxes are loaded into the shredder and all
document shredding is done on site. Shredding generally takes from 2 to 3 hours.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
CUSTODIAL DEPARTMENT
CUSTODIAL JOB DUTIES
Responsible for performing a range of sanitation and housekeeping duties in maintaining a clean college
campus facility; dust mops and sweeps floors; gathers and disposes of trash and other debris; cleans refuse
containers; empties assignment recycling containers; cleans restrooms and services soap and paper dispensers;
cleans chalkboards and chalk trays; cleans whiteboards; washes and spot clean walls, windows, window sills,
furniture, fixtures, etc; wet mops, scrubs, strips and wax floors; vacuums, shampoos, cleans and treats
carpeting; sweeps and washes down exterior walkways and break area; moves furniture and equipment; sets
up tables, chairs, and other furniture for campus events; locks and unlocks assigned areas; refinishes
hardwood floors; gives information and directions to students, faculty, staff, and the public concerning
campus facilities; operates electric carts, trash compactors, sweepers, scrubbing machines and steam cleaning
machines and removes graffiti.
BUILDING ASSIGNMENTS
A-Shift
# 1 – General Classroom Building, Satellite Snack Bar, and Community Services Bungalow (Sunday Swap Meet
Coverage)
# 2 – NEA 1st Floor
# 3 – NEA 2nd Floor
# 4 – Technology Building
# 5 – FMO, Business Office, Emergency Supplies and Cleanups
# 6 – Dumpsters and Exterior Trashcans
B-Shift
# 1 – Cafeteria, Special Programs Office and Trailer
# 2 – SSA (and Saturday Coverage)
# 3 – Physics and LRC
# 4 – Library
# 5 – Drama/Speech and Fine Arts
# 6 – Child Development Center
# 7 – Science
# 8 – Seahawk Center
# 9 – Nursing
#10 – Music
#11 – PE Wellness Center
#12 - NEA
#13 - Rotating
#14 - Rotating
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CAMPUS RECYCLING PROGRAM
All campus authorized recyclable materials are collected at various locations around the campus, both interior
and exterior. Mixed paper, color paper, shredded paper, catalogs, hardback books, paperback books,
newspapers, magazines, etc are collected and transported to the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations’ yard
and placed in 3 yard roll off bins. The cardboard is all baled in the cardboard baler and tied with steel ties. It is
then stacked in the lower FMO yard. All plastic bottles, glass bottles and aluminum cans are collected, placed
in recycling bags and placed in 3 yard roll-off bins. All the materials are then picked up and transported to a
recycling facility. Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations then receives a weight/volume report of the items,
along with a check for the weight of the items, which is deposited in a recycling account in the Business
Office.
CLEANING SUPPLY INVENTORY
Custodial cleaning supplies are inventoried, stored, and maintained in the southwest storage room of the
Central Receiving building in the FMO Department. At a minimum of once a week, the Operations Manager
conducts a physical inventory of all goods and supplies in stock. This includes cleaning chemicals, toilet
paper, paper towels, hand soap, trash bags, recycling bags, dustpans, mops, brooms, etc. Custodial staff
complete supply requests forms once a week and supplies are distributed throughout the campus to be stored
in each building’s custodial hopper room.
FURNITURE and EQUIPMENT MOVES
All furniture and equipment moving requests are done by completing an on-line Work Order Request on the
L.A. Harbor College website. All furniture and equipment moves are then completed by Facilities personnel
on a prioritized basis. Any furniture or equipment that requires being disassembled or removed from being
attached to floors or walls is first removed by a Maintenance Assistant. The furniture or equipment is then
moved with hand dollies, floor dollies or furniture dollies. Some items are moved from building to building.
Other items are either transported to storage to be placed on the surplus program, recycled or discarded.
EVENT SETUP and SUPPORT
All campus special events are requested through the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department’s
Facilities Assistant. On the request, a diagram of the event set-up is submitted to Facilities. Once requested
and processed, the Facilities Assistant sends the Operations Manager and Senior Custodial Supervisor a
weekly list tabulating all the setups for events for that particular upcoming week on the campus. The
Operations Manager ensures the day shift staff completes the day time set-ups; the Senior Custodial
Supervisor the night shift. The applicable custodial crew will setup and organize various chairs, tables,
podiums, tents, stages, banners, signs and any other items deemed necessary for the particular event. After the
event is completed, the custodial staff will take down and put away all the furniture, equipment and other
items that were used in the event.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
GARDENING DEPARTMENT
LEAD GARDENER JOB DUTIES
Responsible for scheduling, overseeing, and participating in a gardening crew engaged in mowing, edging,
watering, raking, reseeding, fertilizing, spraying, and weeding landscaping, lawns, and turf; planting, pruning
and shaping, trimming, staking, cultivating, fertilizing, spraying weeding and transplanting, watering trees,
shrubs, ground cover, flowers and hedges; determines efficient work procedures and techniques for assigned
staff to ensure timely completion of work projects; makes sure that safety standards and procedures are
followed; assist in coordinating and scheduling gardening activities for events and special functions; operates
power gardening equipment; adjusts and performs minor maintenance and irrigation and sprinkler repairs;
applies fertilizer and soil materials; mixes and applies insecticides in accordance with safety requirements;
sets out raps for pests; inspects and eliminates hazards; composts materials; controls weeds by spraying and
mechanical means; perform special floral arrangements and decorating duties for special college events and
ensure crew is outfitted with all safety gear and equipment.
GARDENER JOB DUTIES
Responsible for general gardening care and grounds maintenance involving trees, lawns turf, shrubs, hedges,
ground cover, flowers and athletic fields; waters, mows, rakes, trims, edges and weeds seeded areas; operates
power gardening equipment such as riding mowers, push mowers, edgers, sprayers, weed-eaters, trimmers,
hedgers, blowers, pole saws, chain saws, tractors and chippers; adjust and performs minor maintenance on
equipment; mixes and applies insecticides; applies fertilizers; sets out traps for pests; checks safety hazards in
gardening areas; maintains and adjusts all types of lawn sprinklers and irrigation systems; keeps drains clear
and free of debris; composts materials; complete floral arrangements and decorations for college events and
special functions and maintain and replace planter boxes.
SCHEDULING OF GARDENING MAINTENANCE
All mowing conducted on the riding lawn mower is rotated between four gardeners, where each one is assigned
one week to operate it and then it rotates to the next employee. Mowing of the campus is normally scheduled for
Monday through Thursday of every week. Friday is reserved for conducting special needs operations, such as
cleaning storm drains, trimming, and hedging, cleaning exterior campus patios, etc. Due to the City of Los
Angeles having a water shortage and subsequent rationing, there is a city-mandated watering schedule in
progress. Watering occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Since manual watering with a controlled
valve can only be accomplished before 9 a.m., all manual watering is completed once a week on Friday mornings
before 9 a.m. Two times every week, the baseball and softball fields are maintained and groomed by the
gardening department. This work includes mowing the infield and outfield seeded areas, trimming and
grooming the edges of the seeded areas where it meets the dirt, weed-whacking along the fence and in the
bullpens, ensuring the seeded areas are properly irrigated, eliminating weeds and broadleaf growth and
applying fertilizers.
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PEST CONTROL ISSUES
Most of the college’s pest control issues are handled by a contractor who covers a variety of problems and
programs which have specific requirements such as the Culinary Arts program. Culinary Arts has to conform
to Public Health codes and is subject to regular inspections by a qualified inspector who will issue citations
and or requirements related to certain types of deficiencies or code violations. The contractor has programs
for a variety of pests around building exterior and interiors including bait stations, sprays, sticky traps, and
snap traps depending on location and the application. If there is an ant issue, an ant bait is placed in the
problem area to handle the issue. Spraying of any areas are only conducted when personnel are not working or
present in the area of concern. For the issue of flying insects, which are mostly bees/wasps, a gardener will
respond and spray an insecticide in the outdoor area to rid the area of the issue. Gardeners respond to stray
animal calls as well, living and deceased. Living animals are caught and deceased animals picked up and
turned over to the City Animal Control technician.
STORM WATER DRAINS
A departmental checklist for a monthly inspection has been established for the gardening department to
implement an in-house inspection of all campus storm drains. Upon inspection, all drains are cleared of all
trash, litter, leaves, sediment and any other debris in the storm drains to allow the drain to be clear and free-
flowing.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
CLERICAL SUPPORT
FACILITIES ASSISTANT’S JOB DUTIES
Process civic center permit requests for the campus.
Invoice civic center permittees for use of campus facilities.
Dispatch maintenance personnel for on-campus facilities’ requests.
Answer multi-line phone as campus telephone operator.
Maintain records and filing system for purchase and facilities orders, and work requests.
Process campus Facility Reservations and calendar for campus activities.
Compile information and submit electronically the yearly State Waste Diversion Report.
Assist Operations Manager with Facilities’ campus-wide recycling program.
Prepare a newsletter, Facilities Focus, that highlights quarterly what is going on in the Facilities
department.
Book Plant Facilities Conference Room and maintain schedule of meetings or reservations.
Create purchase orders, facilities orders, contracts, and personal service agreements on SAP.
Monitor Facilities budget and prepare budget documents requests and changes as related to
procurement and facilities.
Maintain Facilities webpage.
Supervise student workers to maintain operation of Facilities main office.
Make written and oral presentations to Administrators on the budget and function of Facilities.
Prepare time reports for maintenance personnel and monitor the different leave requests from
employees according to LACCD and different unit guidelines.
Maintain Jantek time clock system.
Prepare attendance reports four times a year.
Maintain Tamis work request system.
Approve and assign work orders to Facilities’ staff.
Print reports from work request system to monitor completion rates and job costs.
Prepare and process construction contracts, change orders, amendments, and Board items involving
construction projects.
Prepare and process informal bidding documents for construction projects.
Process invoices for contracts, professional services agreements, purchase and facilities orders.
Monitor and maintain construction project accounts.
Facilitate Prop A and AA contractors as needed.
Maintain files on Construction projects and Project Number Log to ensure accuracy of records
Answer contractors and vendors’ questions on payment of invoices, bidding, and LACCD policies.
Coordinate construction and maintenance bid meetings.
Utilize DEC, SAP, Word, Excel, Publisher, Jantek, and Tamis software programs to accomplish
various duties for Facilities.
Assist Facilities Director with budget preparation for the following fiscal year.
Log expenditures and help maintain the funds in Facilities’ accounts.
Use research methods to assist with preparing purchase and facilities orders, contracts, scopes of work,
and service agreements.
Assist with creating scopes of work and organizing job walks.
Other duties as assigned by College Facilities Director.
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CIVIC CENTER PERMITS
All civic center requests are processed by the FMO Department. When an outside organization wants to rent
a campus facility they contact the department and are emailed instructions along with an application to
complete. There are three different applications pertaining to the specific area or type of rental. The
applications include: Athletic Facilities, Class and Meeting Room, and Filming. Once the application is
received and reviewed a quote is sent to the company and they are informed of availability and insurance
requirements. After the group accepts the quote, the invoice and permit are prepared and sent to the
organization. The FMO Department coordinates with the Academic Affairs Office for classroom rentals, the
Student Activities Office for Seahawk Center Lounge rentals, and the Athletics Department for rental of any
of the campus athletic facilities. After the permit is returned it is sent to the Vice President of Administration
for approval. The permit and application are kept on file available for inspection by any community member
who wishes to view it. The FMO Department then arranges for custodial and event manager overtime as
needed. Approximately three days before the event the Sheriffs’ Department and other departments involved
in the civic center event are notified by the FMO Department of the upcoming rental. Once payment is
received it is submitted to the Associate Vice President of Administration for deposit into the proper accounts.
YEAR # of CIVIC CENTER GROUPS # of CIVIC CENTER RENTALS
2007 9 98
2008 11 102
2009 18 122
FACILITIES FOCUS NEWSLETTER
The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department produce a newsletter every semester called Facilities
Focus. The newsletter articles focus on college facilities issues such as safety, maintenance, future projects,
and what the department is doing. The newsletter’s articles are written by the department’s employees and
include pictures of work performed by the FMO staff. After publication the newsletter is uploaded to the
FMO webpage that is located on the college website for viewing by anyone. To save on paper a limited
amount of copies are made and distributed to Administration, Division Chairs, and campus offices. Copies of
the Facilities Focus can also be found in the President’s office, Vice President of Administrative Services, and
the Facilities Department’s lobby.
FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS WEBPAGE
The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations’ webpage is in the process of being updated and is due to be re-
launched in January 2011. The webpage will include a description of all the areas in FMO, the online work
request system, Civic Center applications, Facility Reservation Forms, and all issues of the Facilities Focus.
It will also provide workplace safety information, disaster preparedness, and evacuation procedures for the
faculty, staff, students, and community.
FACILITY RESERVATIONS
The facility reservations for campus events are scheduled through the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations
Department. The Facilities Assistant books all events on a campus calendar, processes the Facilities
Reservation Form, and schedules the event setups with the custodial and electronics staff.
YEAR # of FACILITY RESERVATIONS
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WASTE DIVERSION REPORT
Every year the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department prepares an online waste diversion report
that is required by the State of California. The report information is compiled from waste and construction
diversion reports, as well as recycling receipts. The FMO Department also includes statistical information on
the number of students enrolled and staff working during the previous year. The FMO Department is proud
of the fact that we divert over 50% of our waste from landfills.
2007 - 2008 57
2008 - 2009 99
2009 - 2010 84
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
DATA ASSESSMENT
WORK ORDERS
Work orders and key requests are submitted by faculty and staff through the Tamis online work request
system. The system is located on the LAHC website on the faculty/staff page and is very user friendly. This
online access to the system allows users to submit requests in a timelier manner. It also allows the FMO
Department to immediately respond to work orders, key requests, and safety issues. The minute a work order
is submitted, an email is sent to the Sr. Office Assistant who then reviews the request and assigns it to a
supervisor, tradesmen, gardener, or the custodial department. After it is assigned an email is automatically
sent to the initiator to inform them that their work order had been received and assigned. The system also
allows both the initiator and the FMO staff the ability to send notes back and forth regarding the work order.
This is vital when the FMO staff needs to ask the initiator questions or explain when the work order will be
completed. Key requests are now submitted through the system to speed up the process. Once a request is
received the initiator is sent a Key Policy form to be signed by the supervisor and returned to the FMO. After
the Key Policy form is returned the key is made by the Locksmith and the initiator is contacted to pick it up at
the FMO office. An automatic email is sent to the initiator once the work order is completed. The Tamis
system maintains records of work order and personnel costs and includes a description of the work done. This
information can be viewed by any of the faculty and staff which gives them insight into what work needed to
be done and the costs associated with it.
YEAR # of WORK ORDERS # of WORK ORDERS COMPLETED COMPLETION %
2007 568 525 92.43%
2008 1020 1019 99.9%
2009 1623 1589 97.91%
Data from Tamis Work Request System
TIME REPORTING SYSTEM
In 2008 the FMO Department installed a time reporting system for the employees to clock in/out of work
every day. Staff clock in or out by slipping their hand onto a palm reader that has programmed to recognize
their handprint. This system has been designed to keep an accurate electronic record of each employee’s
time. It also ensures the department that there is no fraudulent reporting of time by any employee. This
electronic system has allowed the department to move away from paper timesheets and ensures the correct
reporting of time by the office. The system also allows the department to print attendance records sorted by
employee, or specific area.
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INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS
The work performed by the FMO Department requires staff to work with a variety of equipment and perform
assignments that may lead to industrial accidents if proper safety measures are not followed by the staff.
Industrial accidents are related to workplace injuries/illnesses. The procedure for reporting an industrial
accident is for the FMO employee to report it to their immediate supervisor. The supervisor will then
accompany the employee to the Sheriffs’ Station to make a report. Once the report is filed, the employee is
instructed to go to a district authorized treatment facility. The supervisor then completes a report, in regards
to the accident, to be submitted to the Personnel Office. An employee who files an industrial accident claim
cannot return to work until medically approved by Western Medical and in cases of long absences they must
have a “Permit to Return” to work signed by their attending doctor.
YEAR # of INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS RESULTING IN LEAVES*
2007 3
2008 3
2009 3
*Data from the Personnel Office
ANNUAL SPACE INVENTORY
The annual space inventory is an annual review of space utilization in changes in buildings, room use, and
construction effects. This is a state requirement and is necessary for receiving state operational and
maintenance funds.
ANNUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
The annual scheduled maintenance is a state requirement which consist of a 5 year look ahead of what
maintenance will be needed on campus. It is updated annually on major repairs of facilities, grounds, and
equipment and is needed to obtain state funds. Roofs, utilities, mechanical systems, exterior maintenance
needs, and other needs which include building envelopes, painting, and carpeting are included in this type of
maintenance.
BACKFLOW SYSTEMS
There are backflow systems located throughout the campus in laboratory areas, industrial water areas, potable
water areas, and services the fire system. The system prohibits the contamination of the municipal water
system. The backflow system testing is required by the county and city health department and each backflow
is tested annually to ensure that it is working properly.
STATE LAWS AND DISTRICT MANDATES
There are many state laws and district mandates that the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department
must comply with on a daily basis. State laws include the Education Code, the California Uniform Public
Construction Accounting (CUPCA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal OSHA).
District mandates include LACCD Board Rules and policies and procedures set up by the district.
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BUILDING AND SAFETY CODES
The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department must comply with numerous building and safety
codes. Some of these include: Uniform Building Codes, Plumbing and Electrical Codes, National Fluid
Power (NFPA), and Cal OSHA.
HEALTH AND FIRE DEPARTMENT CODES
Health and fire department codes require the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department to keep food
service, restrooms, and classrooms in compliance with the health department codes. We are also required to
keep the public buildings safe and have fire alarms, exit signs, extinguishers, and evacuation drills to ensure
that all who enter the buildings have a safe way to exit in case of an emergency. Handling of hazardous waste
is also a job for the FMO staff as they deal with these types of issues on a daily basis.
CalOSHA REGULATIONS
CalOSHA regulations are to ensure the occupational safety and health for all employees. These rules regulate
the elevators, dumbwaiters, and ADA lifts. The regulations that CalOSHA enforce allows the FMO
Department to keep the workplace free from hazards.
AQMD REGULATIONS
The AQMD has regulations on boilers, fleet vehicles, and types of refrigerants. These regulations also require
the FMO Department to keep all vehicles’ smog certification up to date.
DATA SOURCES
Sources of data used to compile this program review include the following:
LAHC Website
LACCD Job Descriptions
Safety Meeting Attendance Sheets
Vehicle and Equipment Inventory Log
Online Auction Log
Civic Center Rentals Log
Tamis Work Request System Log
Jantek Time Reporting System Log
Facilities Reservations Files
Personnel Department
Health and Safety Codebooks
Purchase and Facilities Orders Files
Short Term Agreements and Contracts Files
Procurement Handbook
Non-Bond Construction Files
Bond Construction Files
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
PURCHASE ORDERS
Purchase Orders are created to purchase supplies for repairs and maintenance. Sometimes state and federal
mandated fees are paid through Purchase Orders. Other supplies for the campus are purchased this way and
three bids are required unless it is a proprietary item. If the amount of supplies being ordered is over $
5,000.00, then the Purchase Order must be approved by the District. All items that cost over $ 250.00 must be
tagged as an asset and are considered new equipment.
YEAR PURCHASE ORDERS’ COSTS
2007 – 2008 $ 144,645.00
2008 – 2009 $ 179,052.56
2009 - 2010 $ 163,335.74
Examples of Purchase Orders:
Supplies: Restroom, Cleaning, Floor Finishing, Office, Painting, Electrical, Filters, Gondola Wheels, Air
Conditioning, Heating,
Flags
Emissions, FCC, Backflow, Online Auction, Hazardous Waste, Fees
Cart Batteries
Tools
Lightbulbs and Fixtures
Plumbing Fixtures
Keys and Keycards
Radios
Audio System Equipment
Tables for Events
Football Field Disinfectant
Cart for Sheriffs’ Department
Parking and Building Exit Signs
Safety Equipment
Pressure Washer
Vacuum Cleaners
Rain Suits
Fire Extinguisher Chemicals
Gasoline
Cart Equipment for Repairs
Bacteria Eating Grease
Mop and Mat Rental
Graduation Flowers
Baseball Field Clay
Water Treatment Chemicals
Lamps for Overhead Projectors
(Note: These are a few examples of purchases and do not include everything.)
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
FACILITIES ORDERS
Facilities Orders are created when labor of any type needs to occur on campus. The Facilities Orders require
three bids, unless it is a proprietary issue, and must be signed before the contractor is allowed to come on
campus to do the repairs. In some cases an emergency Facilities Order is prepared when the equipment
needing repair is critical to maintaining the safety of our faculty, staff, and students. Sometimes the Facilities
Order must be prepared with a “Not to Exceed Amount” and is later adjusted when the invoice is received
from the contractor.
YEAR FACILITIES ORDERS’ COSTS
2007 - 2008 $ 146,500.41
2008 – 2009 $ 97,165.67
2009 - 2010 $ 35,169.15
Facilities Order Breakdown:
2007 - 2008
Tile Installed in Seahawk Center Lounge and Offices
Carpet Installed in Tech 121 and PE 115
Tree Trimming and Removal
Installation of Culinary Equipment
Field Treatment for Baseball and Softball Fields
Recycled Paper Removal
Piano Tuning for Music Department
Dionized Water Service for Science and Physics
Painting of PE 115
Energy Management
AQMD and Boiler Fees
Fence Installation for Graduation
Backflow Testing
Pest Control Service
Elevator Maintenance
Online Auction Fees
Fume Hood Testing for Science and Physics
Trip Hazard Grinding
Fire Sprinkler Testing
Fire Alarm Repairs
Grease Hood Cleaning for Cafeteria
Repair: Boilers, Compactor, Carts, Air Conditioners, Fences, Dumpster, Sewer/Plumbing, Vehicles, Phone
System, Doors, Flat Tires, Glass Doors and Windows,
2008 - 2009
Online Auction Fees
Fire Extinguisher Testing
Backflow Testing
Hot Water Pump Repair for PE Building
Culinary Coffee Machine Cart Repair
Culinary Coffee Machine Cart Repair
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2008 - 2009 Continued
Parking Lot Patching
Fire Alarm Repairs
Ice Machine at PE Building Repair
Recoat Floor and Paint Lines in Gymnasium
Confined Space Sensor Repair
Exhaust Hood Cleaning for Cafeteria
Window Installation for Mailroom
Window Repair for Bookstore
Elevator Inspection
Elevator Maintenance
AQMD and Boiler Fees
Energy Management System Repair
Energy Management
Fume Hood Certification for Science and Physics
Payphone Removal
Waste Removal
Pest Control Service
Repair: Carts, Fence, Flagpoles, Plumbing, Equipment, Compactor, Vehicles, Flats
2009 - 2010
Elevator Maintenance
Repair of Library and Fine Arts Doors
Backflow Testing
Repair FMO Radios
Concrete and Asphalt Grinding
Fume Hood Certification for Science and Physics
Inspection Fees
Pest Control Service
Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Fire Alarm Repairs
Repair Windows at Technology, Seahawk Center, NEA, and Physics
Grease Duct Cleaning
Vehicle Inspection
Smog Certification
Repair Cooling Tower at Central Plant
Hazardous Materials Fees
AQMD and Backflow Fees
Boiler Maintenance
Air Conditioning Repairs throughout Campus
Repair of Elevator at Seahawk Center
Dionized Water for Science and Physics
Emergency Sewer Line Repairs
Repair Air Conditioners at LRC and Music
Trimming and Removal of Trees
Rental of Welder
Repair: Flats, Carts, Sweeper Truck Tire, Hotsy Pressure Washer, Ride-On Scrubbing Machine.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
SHORT TERM AGREEMENTS & CONTRACTS
Short Term Agreements are created when an ongoing service is needed to occur on campus. The Short Term
Agreements require three bids, unless it is a proprietary issue, and must be signed before the contractor is
allowed to come on campus to do the service. Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department is making
an effort to move more of the services we require each year from a Facility Order to a Short Term Agreement.
Contracts are established for long time purchases, services, and maintenance of equipment. Contracts are
completed in conjunction with the District Office as they are the ones to solicit bids and prepare the contract
for signature with the lowest bidder. Contracts may be for longer than a year and may be extended if agreed
upon by the college and the contractor.
YEAR SHORT TERM AGREEMENT COSTS CONTRACT COSTS
2007 – 2008 0 $ 36,771.74
2008 – 2009 $ 1,152.43 $ 27,092.28
2009 - 2010 $ 885.00 $ 52,168.27
Short Term Agreements Breakdown:
2007 - 2008
No STAs
2008 - 2009
Dionized Water for Science and Physics
2009 - 2010
Collection of Waste Vegetable Oil for Culinary Department
Dionized Water for Science and Physics
Contracts Breakdown:
2007 - 2008
Leasing of Stage/Platform
Leasing of Event Decking
Waste Removal Service
2008 - 2009
Leasing of Stage/Platform
Leasing of Event Decking
2009 - 2010
Leasing of Stage/Platform
Leasing of Event Decking
Waste Removal Service
Copier Maintenance at FMO
Elevator Maintenance
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
SUPPORT OF COLLEGE PROGRAMS & SERVICES
The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department support the college programs and services in
numerous ways. This support includes purchasing of items, scheduling labor/services by contractors, and
labor by our Trademen and Custodians.
Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department’s support includes:
Dionized Water Service for the Physics and Science Departments
Installation of Equipment for the Culinary Department
Installation of Tile and Carpet for Seahawk Center, Bookstore, Technology, and PE Buildings
Field Treatment for the Athletic Fields
Piano Tuning for the Music Department
Cart Purchase and Repair for Athletics, Administration, Information Technology, Sheriffs, Swap
Meet, and Bookstore.
Installation of Portable Staging and Event Deck for Graduation and other events.
Campus Phone System Repairs
Glass and Window Repairs throughout the Campus
Fume Hood Testing for the Physics and Science Departments
Grease Hood Cleaning for the Culinary Department
Equipment Repairs for Athletics, Science, Math, and Culinary Departments
Replacement of Athletic Fencing
Recoating of Gymnasium Floors
Repair of Copiers for Campus Departments without Service Contracts
Re-keying of classrooms and officers per Division Chairs request.
Installation of Campus Signage per Administration and Sheriffs’ Department requests.
Repair and upkeep of Equipment used for Swap Meet.
Equipment and other Items for the Graduation Ceremony
Repair and upkeep of Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy Buildings.
Hazardous Waste Disposal of Lab Chemicals and Materials.
Bio-Hazardous Waste Disposal for Student Health Center, Science Division, and Nursing Division.
Indoor Air Quality Management
Campus and Parking Lot Lighting Systems
Equipment and Furniture Moves
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
ROLE IN CONSTRUCTION
For our construction projects at LAHC the tradesmen have been afforded the opportunity to provide the
design team related to each construction project with their input from the beginning. Each tradesman will give
the designer preferences or standards related to their operational requirements. Preferences include campus
standards which have been approved by the District or the Core team at LAHC. The specific tradesmen will
also include preferences based on maintenance issues such as accessibility, reliability, and compatibility with
existing systems. After the design team has incorporated these preferences into their partially complete
documents the tradesmen are given the task of reviewing them and making note of any discrepancies related
to their expectations for the operational systems that each tradesman is involved with. Once the 100%
documents are provided the tradesmen will check them to make sure everything is in order. The tradesmen are
involved in the construction process at just about every level from the design phase, ground breaking, the
building phase, doing walkthroughs to actually look at the installation of various systems, and to make punch
lists in order to correct deficiencies before final completion. Our interaction with the building contractor is at
an informational assistance level mainly but will include operational assistance for emergencies, such as
accidental damage to any of the underground infrastructure. Tradesmen participate in safety and coordination
meetings with the contractors and CM’s for actions such as a high voltage, chilled water, domestic water, or
irrigation shutdowns. Due to the fact that there are, at this time, three major construction projects in full
swing, one in the beginning stages of site preparation, and one more scheduled to come on line for a total of
five projects running concurrently, these outages occur on a fairly frequent basis and require a lot of
interaction between all parties involved. This condition has had a major impact on manpower available for
Facilities maintenance which has already been impacted by the loss of key personnel due to budgetary
constraints. The results of these factors has altered the traditional focus of our Facilities as a scheduled
maintenance operation to more of a group of firefighters running from one emergency to another with some
respite in between to allow us to do work requests that are generated by Faculty and Staff.
Roles of FMO Management and Tradesmen
Director of College Facilities - The Director of College Facilities provides overall coordination of all
aspects of design, compatibility of systems, and physical construction and safety of all buildings prior to and
during construction.
General Foreman - The General Foreman performs daily coordination of all campus systems.
Operations Manager - The role of the Operations Manager in the construction process is to be actively
involved and participate in the planning, proposing and designating of specific dispensers and equipment
which is needed in the construction of new buildings and structures on campus. The Operations Manager is
also involved by participating in weekly facilities meetings with the construction project managers and
architectures to allow proper communication and updates on the status of all campus construction projects.
Electrician - The Electrician provides input in the type and locations where more lighting is needed as well
as outdoor power receptacles. One important emphasis is purchasing the equipment from compatible or same
manufacture, and making sure the equipment power needed is what we have available in the premises. The
Electrician also informs the contractors of building needs that are not present in the blueprints. During
construction the Electrician informs contractors of utilities locations, rating, accessibility, and plans for future
connections to the electrical system. After the buildings are finished, the Electrician checks for abnormal,
unsafe, or not to code installation of the equipment and devices such as switches, receptacles, and light
fixtures.
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HVAC Technician - The HVAC Technician works with the design teams to achieve a standard that will
allow us to train and become proficient in the operation the college’s specific HVAC equipment. The HVAC
Technician provides feedback and assists with utilities shut-downs. After the buildings are finished the
HVAC Technician checks for issues that the contractor needs to repair on warranty and tries to find better
ways of doing things and implement them in the next buildings.
Lead Gardener - The Lead Gardener participates in the initial planning and requesting of specific landscape
vegetation in the construction of new campus buildings. This may include trees, shrubs, flowers, ground
cover, grass and any other item used for the campus in the installation of new growth and landscaping. The
Lead Gardener also participates in planning meetings and groups concerning the progress and upkeep of the
vegetation that is selected. Additionally, the Lead Gardener must actively participate in working hand-in-hand
with construction contractors in repairing irrigation lines that are accidently broken or damaged during the
construction process. The Lead Gardener ensures that water is shut down to affected areas while repairs are
made, then checks after the construction crews make the repairs to ensure they are accurate and concise. The
lines are then tested to ensure efficiency and operation is satisfactory.
Locksmith - The Locksmith works with the project managers, contracts and installers on a multitude of
keying issues. A few of these issues include: the master keying for the entire campus, new products on the
market, testing cycle products, resolving any pending construction items, change orders, granting secured
access to construction sites, providing construction cores, and hard keys on planned building demos. The
Locksmith works along side IT project managers on creating data for the network system, setting time zones
for entry access to secured locations on campus, troubleshooting non-functioning areas, and reviewing all and
any unauthorized access. The Locksmith reviews and revises documentation such as drawings, blueprints,
floor plans, master keying schedule, submittals, and transmittals. The Locksmith attends meetings to discuss
the materials to be used on projects, inspects, reports, and documents that all installations and materials used
are complete and meet all ADA building and safety requirements. After a building is finished the Locksmith
reviews all lock and door installations and provides a list of issues that need to be changed or repaired to the
project managers.
Plumber - The Plumber is involved in planning related to points of connection for domestic water, storm
water, and sewage line systems. The Plumber also gives input to the architects on the buildings’ plumbing
and fire sprinkler systems, valve placement, hot water, recirculation systems, and clean out locations. The
Plumber also assists the contractors during construction to handle any repairs created from problems
associated with the construction. On a daily basis the Plumber meets with Arcadis, contractors, and architects
on the numerous plumbing issues related to planned and newly constructed buildings.
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Non-Bond Related Construction & Repairs
There is construction that occurs on campus that is considered non-bond related. This construction is funded
through Federal and State grants. The management of these construction projects sometimes requires the
Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations to organize the entire project from beginning to end. This type of
construction goes through a very extensive bidding process which requires coordination of architects,
engineers, and contractors. Some repairs are funded by Campus Divisions when they have funds to cover the
costs. Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations prepare the Facilities Orders, Short Term Agreements, and
Contracts to have these repairs completed.
YEAR NON-BOND RELATED COSTS
2007 - 2008 $ 62,410.03
2008 – 2009 $ 278,914.30
2009 - 2010 $ 83,435.59
Non-Bond Construction & Repairs Breakdown:
2007 - 2008
Tile for the Bookstore - $ 8,588.00
Asbestos Abatement for Athletic Office Roof - $ 1,050.00
Asbestos Abatement for the Administration Building - $ 2,975.00
Door Repairs throughout Campus - $ 21,997.03
Nursing Classroom Remodel - $ 27,800.00
2008 – 2009
Doors for the Nursing Building - $ 22,966.30
Blinds/Drapes for Music, Fine Arts, and Drama/Speech Buildings - $ 28,828.00
Nursing Classroom Remodel - $ 45,300.00
Asbestos Abatement for Culinary and Special Programs - $ 33,520.00
Replacement of Administration Building Roof - $ 148,300.00
2009 - 2010
Repair of Expresso and Coffee Machines - $ 1,723.08
Repairs of Printer - $ 300.00
Nursing Projector Mounting and Installation - $ 6,098.79
Graduation Chair Rental - $ 1,938.54
Programming of Cash Registers for Culinary - $ 95.00
Message Center/Scoreboard of Athletics - $ 1,020.00
Carpeting for LAC Labs and Office - $ 8,706.81
Parking Lot Fixtures - $ 63,553.37
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Alterations and Improvements
Buildings and other areas throughout the campus receive alterations and improvements when the Facilities,
Maintenance, and Operations Department discover a safety issue or receives approval and funding to cover
the costs. Most of these jobs cannot be performed by FMO staff and are considered Public Works Projects.
As Public Works Projects three bids must be obtained and the FMO Department creates a Facilities Order for
the contractor to complete the job.
Examples of Alterations and Improvements:
Installation of Carpet
Painting of Entire Rooms
Grinding of Trip Hazards
Tree Trimming and Removal
Culinary Kitchen Upgrades
Parking Lot Patching
Gymnasium Floor Finishing
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
SERVICE AREA OUTCOMES FOR 2011 - 2012
Service Area Outcomes Methods of Assessment Measurement
Criteria
Summary and
Analysis of Data
Use of Results and
Modifications
In support of student learning,
staff will manage a
comprehensive scheduled
maintenance program for all
areas of campus facilities. The
Facilities, Maintenance, &
Operations Department’s staff
will schedule group cleaning and
maintenance projects during
academic breaks to increase the
cleanliness and enhance the
learning environment for the
students.
Phone Calls to FMO
Emails from Staff
FMO Staff Concerns
FMO Management
Review of Buildings
Student
Satisfaction Survey
Number and Type
of Complaints
Focus Groups
Opinion Surveys
Website Feedback
Email Feedback
Work Order
Reports
(To be completed after
assessment is completed.) Review for possible
changes in scheduling
of staff.
Maintenance and
repair projects
created from review
of all campus
facilities and
grounds.
Students are aware of recycling
and environmental issues on
campus. The Facilities,
Maintenance, & Operations
Department’s staff will promote
further awareness of how the
students, faculty, and staff can
participate in creating an
environmentally friendly
campus.
Staff and Student
Inquiries
Previous year’s waste
diversion records.
Student
Satisfaction Survey
Number and Type
of Complaints
Focus Groups
Opinion Surveys
Website Feedback
Email Feedback
Waste Diversion
Records
(To be completed after
assessment is completed.) Promote program to
community.
Media
Acknowledgement
Funds generated from
the program to be
used for recycling
items and equipment.
Faculty and staff have the ability
to plan for alterations and
equipment installation for their
departments. The Facilities,
Maintenance, & Operations
Department’s staff will institute
a campus-wide process for
planning needs in support of the
Educational Master Plan.
FMO Staff Concerns
Scheduling of Work
Requests
Procurement
Procedures and
Regulations
Email Feedback
Meeting Minutes
Planning Process
Instructions
Number of
Planning Forms
Submitted
Staff Survey
(To be completed after
assessment is completed.) Improved scheduling
of staff to handle
short and long term
projects.
Minimize the amount
of time a classroom
or area is unavailable
for use.
Review of equipment
needs by Tradesmen.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
2007 - 2010 OBJECTIVES
Year Objective Status Outcome
2007 Move to new building and organize shops to be more
efficient for tradesmen to complete their work and an
area to make their supplies readily available.
C The shops are organized allowing tradesmen to keep a better
inventory of supplies and provide them each space to finish
their work requests.
2007 Bond related support for new building design.
C Support was provided for new FMO building and Chiller
Plant.
2007 Purchase platform, staging, and field cover for events
such as Graduation.
C The platform, staging, and field cover has allowed the
college to hold the Graduation on the football field and has
made the setup of the stage easier.
2008 Implement new Tamis Work Request System.
C The new work request system has allowed our staff to be
more efficient and the tracking of requests available to
requestors and FMO staff.
2008 Implement new Jantek Timeclock System.
C The new timeclock system has allowed our staff’s time to be
accurately reported and recorded for tracking purposes.
2008 Bond related support for new building design.
C Support was provided for new buildings: SSA, NEA,
Technology, and Chiller Plant.
2009 Install emergency call boxes throughout the campus.
C Emergency call boxes were installed in open areas and
parking lots. More will be installed in 2010.
2009 Focus on campus safety hazards.
C Trimmed and removed trees, grinding of step hazards, and
lighting installed in dimly lit areas of campus.
2009 Bond related support for new building design.
C Support was provided for new buildings: PE/Wellness
Center and Child Development Center.
2010 Increase safety training workshops for Facilities
Staff.
IP The FMO Management has created a list of safety meetings
for the year and has scheduled dates.
2010 Detailed cross-training for closely related trades on
energy systems for coverage when staff is
unavailable.
IP The FMO tradesmen are currently being trained on the
heating and air conditioning management system so they can
assist in the absence of the HVAC Technician.
2010 Bond related support for new building design.
IP Planning for new buildings continues for the new Life
Sciences building and new LRC/Library.
STATUS
C = Completed
IP = In Progress
NI = Not Implemented
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS’
PROGRAM REVIEW SUMMARY
How does are mission align with the college mission statement?
The Facilities mission statement aligns with the college mission statement by fostering a safe, modern facility,
which is poised to provide future job training at an advanced level to our community.
What are the trends identified from the data collected?
In the last five years enrollment has increased by 20% and staffing has decreased by 15.5%. Expenditures
have increased one million dollars in the past 5 years. Work requests for repairs and alterations are increasing
as new buildings open.
Are there increases/decreases in the data?
Student and faculty population has grown while Facilities staff has declined. Utility cost has increased due to
new buildings and systems coming online. Work requests have increased.
What do these changes mean to the unit operation?
Operational costs have increased due to new square footage and mechanical systems. Employee costs have
increased which have negated any perceived savings in staff reductions. Current staff needs to be trained on
all new buildings and systems. There is a lack of staff development funds to provide training.
Strengths:
Team spirited employees with strong knowledge of the buildings and grounds.
Team oriented unit with a good camaraderie.
Goal oriented staff.
Strong leadership and supervisory coordination.
Pride in the support of the education of our students.
Strong work ethic.
Facilities personnel are reliable and work well with all campus personnel.
Dedicated tradesmen who take pride in their knowledge and craftsmanship.
Strong safety awareness related to environmental issues and emergency response.
Weaknesses:
Decline in staffing with increase in enrollment and new building square footage.
Lack of ongoing training and professional development for staff in regards to new facilities.
Dated Facilities and building systems.
Lack of tools and equipment to support campus operations.
Lack of funds to train staff.
Due to insufficient staffing, attendance issues affect the entire department.
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Special Accomplishments or achievements in 2009:
Upgraded Recycling Program
Installed of Emergency Call Boxes
Installed of Big Bellies
Tree Trimming and Removal
Grinding of Concrete to Remove Safety Hazards
Switched to Green Cleaning Materials
Switched to New Asset Management Process
Installed Carpeting in LAC Labs
Installed Nursing Projector System
Supported Graduation Ceremony and Board Meeting
Grand Openings for NEA/SSA Buildings
Mayor’s Cleanup
Installed Air Conditioning Units in Science Building
Upgraded/Enhanced Air Conditioning in IT Server
Completed Installation of New Coffee Bar in Bookstore
Installed Tiling in Bookstore, Seahawk Center, and other Buildings
Opportunities:
New facilities from bond related construction.
New programs such as waste diversion and public surplus bring in funds.
Training for staff related to new systems and facilities (limited).
College classes, in-service classes and promotional opportunities.
Staff interaction leads to greater knowledge of crafts.
Ongoing safety training enhances staff awareness.
Emerging programs and technologies with new facilities.
Interaction with construction management and architects.
Challenges:
Lack of coordination for campus needs related to specially funded classes and associated equipment.
Failure of faculty and staff to follow process and procedures.
Lack of staff to cover new facilities built with bond funds.
Time to send staff to comprehensive training.
Lack of planning in regards to classroom needs and special events by all areas on campus. This lack
of process hampers the ability to use limited facilities staff efficiently.
Increasing levels of vandalism and damage to campus buildings and grounds.
Low morale due to limited staffing and additional work load related to new buildings and facilities.
Budgetary limitations discourage overtime for work that needs to be performed after normal working
hours.
The academic breaks do not allow enough time for campus maintenance programs.
It is difficult for Facilities personnel to be involved in Shared Governance because they are unable to
schedule time to attend meetings.
Decisions regarding the college facilities are made by committees who are sometimes unaware of
operational issues that conflict with what they want to see accomplished.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
GOALS for 2011 - 2012
GOAL # 1: Establish and enforce policy and procedures for planning, scheduling, and coordinating programmatic needs for space alterations,
improvements, and known equipment replacement needs.
Objective Planned Activities Individual
Responsible
Start
Date
End
Date
Resource Request
Create Flowchart Creation of Flowchart on Process Bill Englert July 2011 Sept. 2011 Administrative Support
Create a Policy Template
Explaining Process
Gain Senior Staff approval of process for
campus-wide support.
Bill Englert Sept. 2011 Oct. 2011 In-house Administrative
Support from Senior Staff.
Meet and Train Requestors in
Policy Procedures
1. Present to WEC.
2. Hold Flex Day Activity
3. Publicize in campus email.
Bill Englert Oct. 2011 Ongoing Support from IT Department
Staff, WEC Committee, and
Flex Coordinator.
GOAL # 2: Enhance physical appearance of campus buildings.
Objective Planned Activities Individual
Responsible
Start
Date
End
Date
Resource Request
Use of Modern Tools &
Equipment
1. Purchase Equipment
2. Training of Staff
Facilities
Management
July 2011 Ongoing 1. New Equipment
2. Additional Staff
Implement New Cleaning
Concepts
1. Team Cleaning of Buildings
2. Sr. Custodial Supervisor Goes Mobile
Facilities
Management
July 2011 Ongoing Laptop for Sr. Custodial
Supervisor
Create and Enforce Checklist on
Building Cleanliness Standards
1. Create Checklists
2. Training of Staff on How to Complete
Checklists.
3. Supervisors Posts Checklists
4. Inspection by Supervisors
Facilities
Management
July 2011 Ongoing Secured Mountable Holders for
Checklists
GOAL # 3: Create a scheduled/preventative maintenance program for routine building and equipment maintenance needs.
Objective Planned Activities Individual
Responsible
Start
Date
End
Date
Resource Request
Utilize Scheduled/Preventative
Maintenance Program in Tamis
Training of Staff on System Facilities
Management
July 2011 Dec. 2011 Coordination with Steve Holton
on Tamis System
Create Scheduled/Preventative
Maintenance Schedules for all
FMO Departments.
1. Meet with individual FMO staff to
garner input.
2. Create Policy for Oversight.
Facilities
Management
July 2011 Ongoing 1. FMO Supervisors Support
2. FMO Staff Support
Insure That Oversight of Program
is Driven by FMO Supervisors
1. Train Supervisors on Management and
Supervision
2. Monthly Reviews
Facilities
Management
July 2011 Ongoing Training of Supervisors
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
STAFFING NEEDS for 2011 - 2012
Positions Needed for 2011-2012 Positions Needed Projected Salary for Each Justification of Need
Maintenance Assistant
2
$ 69,551
The Maintenance Assistant position’s work is as a helper to the
tradesman. They also handle tasks such as maintaining restroom
dispensers, plumbing issues, graffiti remediation, cart and vehicle
maintenance, changing lamps in light fixtures, and other low level
maintenance as needed. At the end of November 2010 we will
only have one Maintenance Assistant and this is a position that is
greatly needed to take care of a large amount of the work requests.
Custodian
4
$ 51,026
Due to the increased square footage of new buildings and the fact
that several custodians are out on industrial accident issues, there
are currently not enough custodians to cover all the buildings on a
daily basis. Custodians not only clean buildings but they also set
up and remove tables and chairs for events, move furniture,
respond to emergency clean-ups and handle pickup of recycling.
B-Shift Custodial Supervisor
1
$ 63,212
We currently have only one supervisor and he has to supervise 12-
14 custodians on the B-Shift. When the one supervisor is absent
there is a strong need to have a supervisor present to maintain the
desired level of supervision to ensure the work is being completed.
We need this custodial supervisor to reinstate inspections of the
buildings and the custodial assignment work. The custodial
supervisor could handle the event setups and removals, supply
inventory and requisitioning, and work order completions while
the Sr. Custodial Supervisor focuses on disciplinary actions,
employee evaluations, and other custodial issues.
Carpenter
1
$ 87,234
A carpenter is needed to repair safety issues before accidents
occur. other duties involve maintaining doors, windows, furniture,
cabinetry, staging, and the repair of building components and
structures made of wood or other building materials.
B-Shift HVAC Technician
1
$ 97,509
The normal work day covers half of the operational hours of the
campus. There is a large void in coverage for the campus related
to heating and cooling when demand is at its highest. There are
many maintenance related projects that the B-Shift HVAC
Technician could handle that currently has to be contracted to
outside contractors.
Electrician
1
$ 95,229
A highly qualified electrician is needed to handle the college’s
extensive and complicated electrical system.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
EQUIPMENT NEEDS 2011- 2012
Equipment Needed for Academic Year
2011 - 2012
# of Equipment
Needed
Approximate Cost Justification of Need
Electric Carts
4
$ 12,000.00
Replace old and unsafe carts. New carts cost less to maintain.
Shop Tools
Various
$ 250.00
Hand tools for shops used on daily maintenance repairs.
Laptop
1
$ 400.00
For the B-Shift Sr. Custodial Supervisor to go mobile during team
cleaning to handle custodial paperwork.
Portable Welder/Generator
1
$ 3,000.00
Used to do welding throughout the campus. Needed for safety
issues. The generator will be used to provide electricity in an area
where there is no way to safely obtain electricity.
Parking Lot Paint Sprayer/Liner
1
$ 1,200.00
Needed for maintenance of the parking lot for pedestrian and vehicle
safety.
Single Manlift
1
$ 15,000.00
Needed for use in uneven areas when one man operation is needed
such as at the Central Plant.
Scissor Lift
1
$ 20,000.00
Lift used to reach over things such as building ledges to do repairs
when two man operation is needed.
Stake Bed Truck
1
$ 30,000.00
Needed to move furniture, pick up off-campus donations, move
event platforms and decking, pick up grounds materials, and move
recycling materials.
Bobcat with Backhoe
1
$ 50,000.00
To be used on plumbing issues when pipes need to be reached for
repairs. Also to be used when moving grounds materials for use on
athletic fields.
Copier for Receiving Department
1
$ 3,000.00
The current copier is almost unusable and barely copies. This is
needed for copying packing list and invoices of packages received
by the department.
Scanner
2
$ 2,000.00
Allows us to scan Receiving documents and store it digitally. Fax
machines are rarely used now and more companies need us to scan
and email items to them. This is also needed to scan construction
documents.
Small Gardening Equipment
Various
$ 3,000.00
This is needed for the grounds crew to efficiently do their job. Most
of their equipment is outdated and cost a lot to repair and maintain.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
DEPARTMENT’S ANALYSIS
Staffing
The Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department’s staff are knowledgeable employees who have
maintained a team spirit in difficult budget times. There is strong leadership and coordination amongst the
supervisors on how best to utilize the employees for completion of work orders. The FMO staff takes great
pride in their job and strives towards the common goal of supporting the college’s faculty, staff, and students
while maintaining a clean and safe environment. The FMO staff has a very strong work ethic and has focused
this year on safety awareness and preparing themselves to handle campus emergencies. However, the
inadequate staffing of the department is a serious concern for the Facilities Management. The FMO
Department has been without a carpenter since December 2009 and this has greatly affected the department’s
ability to maintain and repair the campus facilities. There have been occasions where only a skilled carpenter
has the knowledge to complete some of the work requests. The lack of staff has made it very difficult to
cover the new facilities built with bond funds. Employee attendance is also a concern when it affects the
department from adequately servicing the buildings, be it custodial or preventative maintenance. When the
employees do not have the time to perform scheduled preventative maintenance, it creates the need for the
department to contract out service. The staff feels that there are simply not enough hours in the day to handle
work orders, perform preventative maintenance, deal with construction issues, carry out safety checks, and
attend training classes on new building systems.
Morale
The current morale of a majority of the FMO staff is low due to their frustration over the lack of staffing and
additional work load associated with trying to maintain and repair all the campus facilities. Frustration is
compounded when FMO staff is expected to perform work on last minute projects for campus departments
who have not followed the proper guidelines and procedures. Additional difficulties for the FMO staff to
perform major cleaning projects when there are very few academic breaks. There is a desire by the staff to
present a clean and safe learning environment for the faculty, staff and students. Sometimes this is a very
difficult goal to achieve when staff are unable to find time during the regular working day to accomplish
special projects. There is interest by several of the employees to serve on shared governance committees, but
with the amount of work orders, construction coordination meetings, and everyday work duties, they are
unable to find the time to attend committee meetings. Some of the staff have expressed disappoint that they
rarely receive positive feedback for a job well done. Instead they hear criticism from faculty and staff that do
not understand the issues the department must deal with on a daily basis.
Construction
Since construction began at the college, the FMO staffs role in the process has only grown. Several
tradesmen are on call throughout the day to meet with construction management and contractors. Repairs
caused by construction related damage are also creating an additional workload. Some of the tradesmen have
spent an entire day handling construction related issues; therefore completion of their work orders must be
rescheduled for another time. The addition of the new buildings has introduced new systems to the FMO
staff, but they only receive limited training.
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Equipment
Many pieces of equipment used by the Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department is old and in need
of replacement. Carts are used on a daily basis by the FMO staff and are indispensible to the department.
However, most of the carts are old and need to be replaced with newer versions that cost less to repair.
Additional equipment is needed for the tradesmen and gardening staff to perform their jobs more efficiently
and safely. Due to the new facilities that have been constructed or are in the process of being constructed,
some heavy equipment is needed to properly maintain the new buildings and grounds.
Training
There is a dire need for the FMO staff to receive training and attend conferences to keep up to date on new
innovations and regulations vital to their trade. There is currently no funding available to attend conferences,
so the FMO staff make an effort to attend free trade shows offered by vendors. As new building systems
come online, some limited training is provided. However, the training is not sufficient and when a problem
occurs the college has to have service technicians troubleshoots and repairs the problems. With more training,
the FMO staff would be able to discover the problems and make the necessary corrections, thereby saving the
campus money. We could become “proactive” instead of “reactive”
Recycling Program
The Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department have established a campus-wide recycling program to
meet our waste diversion needs. The current program consists of dual compartment receptacles named “Big
Bellies.” These are used for cans and bottles on one side and solar trash compactor on the other. Progress
with our recycling program could be achieved by hiring new employees to perform the sorting of materials.
Due to limited staffing, the recycle program cannot expand as current employees must focus on their daily
cleaning assignments. Funds collected from recycling efforts are used to purchase recycling supplies,
equipment, and other items to assist the FMO staff do their job.
Safety Training
The Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations Department have recently increased safety training and holds
safety meetings twice each month. This training has helped the FMO staff become more aware of their
workplace and how they can be proactive to ensure the safety of themselves and their co-workers. Funding is
needed to schedule guest speakers to train the employees on safety issues that cannot be covered by the
Facilities Management. All FMO staff work very well together during emergency response drills. The
department performs safety checks every month on the fire extinguishers and campus buildings/grounds.
Facilities Management:
Facilities Management meets every week to plan, schedule, and coordinate team efforts and material needs for
work requests. Work requests are reviewed and priorities are made to allow the tradesmen to work together
and plan ahead for the week. Facilities Management meets before and after events, power outages, and
emergency drills to analyze what happened and what we could do better. Supervisors perform timely
evaluations and progressive discipline as needed. Facilities Management has established policies and
procedures for the department and informs staff through staff meetings, memos, and bulletin board postings.
Staff is kept informed by reviewing the posted Board agenda and construction meeting minutes. Daily
interaction with contractors - see role in construction.
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Trades Department:
Every one of the Tradesmen is cooperative and works together as a team when requested even though it may
be outside of their discipline. Due to staffing issues there are some jobs that the FMO Department is unable
to accomplish. A few of the Tradesmen spend a large amount of time on construction related issues, which
takes away from the time available to complete preventative maintenance and work requests. The need for a
Carpenter and Maintenance Assistant continues to be an issue for the department.
Receiving Department:
We do an excellent job as far as what is completed on a daily basis along with other duties assigned.
Inventory records and SAP computer data is inputted several times throughout the day and we strive to deliver
all packages received by the close of each day. All purchase orders are filed in numerical order and any copy
can be located expediently. We handle hazardous materials disposal, vehicle maintenance and smog
certification, revolving fund, and maintain all permits.
Custodial Department:
The custodial department operates with two shifts on the L.A. Harbor College campus. Day shift primarily
works the hours of 6:30 am to 3:00 pm and the swing shift primarily from 3:30 pm to 12 midnight. The
primary duties on the day shift consist of a custodian assigned to specific buildings to maintain a clean and
sanitary environment, with yet others who take care of the campus exterior, such as emptying of trash and
recycling, dumping the gondolas, servicing the Big Bellies, cleaning water fountains and policing the grounds.
On the swing shift, all custodians are assigned to a specific building in cleaning and maintaining a sanitary
environment. This all includes sweeping and mopping classrooms, emptying interior recycling and trash
receptacles, cleaning and restocking campus restrooms, etc. During non-school, non-academic periods, the
team concept is initiated and areas of the campus have restrooms deep-cleaned, floors stripped and waxed and
carpets shampooed and steam-cleaned. Custodians perform the movement of furniture and equipment as well
as set-up and take-down furniture for all campus special events.
Gardening Department:
The gardening department operates with a day shift team of five staff members who maintain the grounds of
the L.A. Harbor College campus. Primarily, the gardening staff is deployed from the hours of 6:30 am to 3:00
pm. The primary duties of the department are to cut/mow all campus seeded areas with the ride-on mower or
push mower, trim the grass next to buildings and such with weed-eaters, clean down sidewalk and walkways
with a blower, rake up all landscaped by-products, trim and prune trees and shrubs, recycle green waste,
distribute mulch on campus and conduct preventative maintenance of all gardening equipment.
Clerical Support:
The clerical support for the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department consist of a Facilities
Assistant. The Facilities Assistant has a varied list of duties that provide not only support to the FMO
Department, but also to the college in general. The amount of work produced by the office has increased in
the past four years as more responsibilities have been undertaken and assigned to the Facilities Assistant. The
creation of the Facilities Focus newsletter and new programs such as the Tamis work request system and the
Jantek time reporting system has increased productivity and accountability. The Facilities Assistant also
assists the FMO Supervisors with planning Safety Meetings, Coordinating Setups, and dispatching calls to
tradesmen and custodians.
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Civic Center Permits:
Civic Center rentals have increased steadily since 2007 with several groups renting the facilities for multiple
dates. Approximately forty applications are requested monthly by groups that do not end up following
through with their requests. These groups cite many reasons for not booking at the college. Most of the
reasons are that the fields are not available on Sundays due to the swap meet and/or some groups are
unwilling to provide the $ 1,000,000 liability insurance required by the District. A few groups believe that
our prices are too high, but when compared with other colleges in and outside of the District, our rates our
much lower than others for the facilities we offer. Cooperation from the Athletics Department has improved
in the last couple of years, but better communication is required to make sure that all groups using the fields
have gone through the civic center process and are covered by insurance.
Facilities Focus:
The Facilities Focus is a useful tool for keeping the campus staff informed of Facilities issues and projects.
We currently do not focus on construction related items related to the bonds. A majority of the staff enjoys
writing for the newsletter and finds it is a great way to showcase the work provided by the department. The
District Office has shown appreciation of our newsletter and is now planning on creating their own – based on
our style and format.
Work Order System:
Prior to 2007 the work orders and key requests were submitted on paper and submitted through campus mail.
This process wasted paper and caused a significant time delay between the initiator submitting the request and
the FMO Department assigning the work to a technician. Before the system was implemented there was no
notification of when a work order was completed or if FMO had a question, they were often unable to reach
the initiator on the phone. The Tamis work request system has made data collection very easy and a report
can be printed to show work orders broken down by campus department, FMO technician, building, or craft.
It also gives totals for labor costs and materials cost for work orders during a specific time period. This
system has allowed the FMO Department to be more efficient and better able to serve the students, faculty,
and staff.
Time Reporting System:
The time reporting system has allowed the FMO Department to accurately report employees’ time to the
payroll office. If needed the supervisors can print a report listing the attendance of a specific employee and
use that information in disciplinary actions. Since the system requires the employee to use their own
handprint to clock in or out of work, this has ensured that no fraudulent reporting is submitted to the office.
Industrial Accidents:
FMO Supervisors are required to complete a report and discuss with the employee on what to do so that it
won’t happen again. They share the information regarding the hazard at the monthly safety meetings and
immediately address the issue to repair it if it is equipment or facility related. Pre-job safety meetings are held
and possible safety hazards are dealt with before the job begins.
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
DEPARTMENT’S FUTURE PLANS
Facilities Management:
We strive to achieve our goals and objectives. We will be training Facilities Management in ADA
Regulations so that the supervisors are able to recognize these issues when work requests are submitted. The
Facilities Management will be trained on fire/life safety codes. There are plans to send staff to training
seminars and trade shows so that they can return and share information with all FMO staff. We are reviewing
the current work hours and may alter as needed.
Tradesmen:
The Tradesmen have recently begun meeting weekly to review work requests for electrical, plumbing,
painting, heating, and air conditioning issues. The plan is to coordinate work and staff together to complete
both large and small projects. The FMO Department is increasing work safety awareness by holding
meetings each month to discuss and train the staff on how to be safe while working on campus.
Receiving:
The Receiving Department plans to convert to a paperless system by scanning all documents and filing
everything electronically. This will allow the campus staff to view purchase orders and packing slips from
their computers and even print copies for their own records. We also want to use electronic clipboards to sign
for all deliveries and to allow for faster tracking of packages. We would like to find another storage building
or covered location to house all of the items used for graduation and for items to be placed on Public Surplus.
Custodial:
The FMO Department would like to see that staffing resources are significantly increased to meet the campus
demand of custodial work that is needed to complete in cleaning and maintaining the campus square footage
as a whole. This would also include the need to implement a fully-recognizable campus recycling team to
maintain the campus recycling needs and increase our waste diversion goals for the campus as well.
Gardening:
The FMO Department would like to see that staffing resources are increased to allow our team to pursue more
intricate and significant goals in pruning and trimming our trees and landscape. Also, to be involved more
heavily in conducting campus fertilization and seeded area treatments as well as completing all the campus
pest control needs as a whole.
Clerical Support:
The Facilities Assistant plans to take a class on Excel to become more familiar with the program. She is also
planning to redo the Facilities Department website to be more user-friendly and add the civic center
applications to the website. There are also plans to create a brochure promoting Los Angeles Harbor College
as a great location for meetings, events, and filming. The Facilities Assistant would also like to work on
doubling the number of Facilities Focus issues that are produced each year. Other plans include reviewing
the architectural drawings and discarding the ones that are no longer needed, creating a library of the
Operational Manuals, and submitting vendor forms for potential vendors for future jobs.
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Civic Center Permit Process:
To increase rentals, a website with pictures and applications will be created during 2010-2011 to make the
process easier for groups to access information at all hours of the day. The pictures will also allow location
scouts to view our facilities online and this might encourage them to choose our college as a filming location.
A brochure is also planned and will be mailed to area high schools and businesses promoting our facilities for
rental. With the recent addition of bleachers on the visiting side of the football field, the stadium will be more
appealing to high school groups who need separation of the fans. The purchase of a scanner would help
facilitate the application process since fax machines are not used or available to some groups and they need
documents emailed to them.
Facilities Focus:
The FMO Department plans to continue producing the newsletter every semester. If the department feels
there is vital information that we need to inform the faculty/staff about, between issues, we will publish
additional issues. In the most recent issue of the Facilities Focus we began a series focusing on a staff
member and we plan on continuing this spotlight on employees. We also plan on reporting on the ways the
department is modernizing our equipment and training of staff to become a “greener” campus.
Work Order System:
The work order system allows the FMO Department to create a scheduled/preventative maintenance program.
This program will allow the tradesmen, gardening, and custodial department to plan a year in advance for
work including filter changing, stripping and waxing of floors, etc.
FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
LARGE PROJECT PLANS
The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department have some large project plans for the future.
Stadium Turf Replacement
Road and Parking Lot Repairs
Demand Side Energy Management Projects
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FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, & OPERATIONS
PLANNING FOR NEXT PROGRAM REVIEW
What we will do to prepare for the next program review:
The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department’s staff will prepare the review similar to this one by
meeting, discussing, and analyzing the department’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges.
Information we will be collecting:
The FMO Department will be collecting information on work requests, civic center permits, facility
reservations, and waste diversion. The department will also review the goals, objectives, and student area
outcomes to determine future plans. Staffing and equipment needs will be assessed and requested in the
review.
How we will collect information:
The FMO Department will collect information from the Tamis work request system, waste diversion records,
civic center permits, and facility reservation forms. Meetings will be held with the staff to discuss issues to be
reported in the review.
Reports to prepare on an annual basis:
There are many reports that the FMO Department prepare throughout the year. Attendance charts for the
custodians are prepared weekly and the entire department’s attendance is compiled on a quarterly basis. The
state mandated waste diversion report is due annually.
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