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REGINALD VIRAY

Carson

Summary

Proven success in asset protection, capital expenditure planning, preventive maintenance programs, emergency management, and brand compliance. Skilled at managing union and non-union teams, optimizing energy systems, and delivering safe, efficient, and guest-focused environments. Recognized for reducing operational costs, improving guest satisfaction, and passing rigorous brand and QA audits.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Task Force Director of Engineering

DoubleTree Berkeley Marina
09.2025 - 09.2025
  • On-Boarded and trained the newly hired Director of Engineering, providing property-specific knowledge, project status updates, and operational guidance to ensure a smooth handoff.
  • Diagnosed and resolved plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues to reduce downtime.
  • Maintained adherence to fire-life-safety protocols, brand standards, and regulatory codes.

Task Force HVAC Project Manager

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Directed emergency remediation and HVAC system optimization.
  • Restored system efficiency and reduced guest HVAC complaints by 30% following chiller balancing and coil restoration.
  • Designed and executed a phased remediation plan: cooling tower cleaning, valve installation, and system flushing.

Director of Engineering

DoubleTree San Pedro - Port of Los Angeles
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Managed all engineering operations for a 226-room waterfront union property.
  • Successfully completed Property Improvement Plan (PIP) repairs and upgrades, enabling the property to pass Hilton QA Audits.
  • Implemented emergency programs to ensure life safety compliance and reduce risk exposure.

Lead Engineer

DoubleTree Torrance - South Bay
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Managed daily maintenance operations and PM programs for a 276-room hotel.
  • Maintained Quore records for audits and brand inspections.

Task Force Chief Engineer

Marriott Walnut Creek
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • 333 Rooms - Skeleton Crew Due to Covid
  • Projects Completed include: Elevator Modernization, Refresh of Engineering Shop, Re-Stripe Parking; Security Upgrades Implemented

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites Las Vegas Convention Center
01.2020 - 01.2020
  • 286 Rooms
  • Managed 8 Engineers
  • Projects Completed include: Chandelier Installation, Fire Door Installation, Security Camera Upgrade

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites Temecula Wine County
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • 176 Rooms
  • Managed 5 Engineers
  • Projects Completed include: Security Camera Upgrade, ADA Ramp Project, Asphalt Refresh

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites San Luis Obispo
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • 195 Rooms
  • Managed 5 Engineers
  • Projects Completed include: Focused on completion of PIP Items, Fire Alarm Improvement, Design Security Camera and Wiring Plan

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites Santa Ana Orange County Airport
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • 301 Rooms
  • Managed 8 Engineers
  • Projects Completed include: Safe Step Tub Refinish Project, Kitchen Upgrade

Owner & President

HDI Central, Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2020
  • Licensed Low Voltage Systems Contractor
  • Installation Project Manager for OnCommand & LodgeNet (Now Sonifi); Completed over a 100+ Projects for hotels nationwide, 25,000 + guest rooms serviced.
  • Managed teams of up to 25, depending on size of project.
  • Highly praised for providing quality service, timely project completion and team professionalism.
  • Notable Projects: Design, Supply & Installation of 'il posto' Movie Screening Room' Four Seasons Los Angeles Beverly Hills, Security Camera Installations: Hotel Bel Air, Queen Mary, Apartment Complexes throughout South Bay

Education

No Degree - Human Development

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

Certificate - Certified Director of Engineering

National Association of Hotel and Lodging Engineers
Virginia
04.2025

Skills

  • Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Initiative
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Player
  • Results-driven
  • Multi-Tasking
  • Conflict Resolution

Certification

  • Certified Director of Engineering
  • Licensed Low Voltage Systems Contractor

Hobbies

Amateur Barber, Writing a children’s book, Playing Basketball, Investing in creating memories

Travel

  • Open to Relocation
  • Reliable Transportation
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Available to Travel Domestically & Internationally

Applications

  • Quore
  • Transcendent
  • Connected Edge / Sonifi
  • Building Automation Systems
  • Dinggly Paging Systems
  • Relay

Salary

Currently entertaining offers starting from 115,000 Annually but open to negotiate

Timeline

Task Force Director of Engineering

DoubleTree Berkeley Marina
09.2025 - 09.2025

Task Force HVAC Project Manager

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort
06.2025 - 07.2025

Director of Engineering

DoubleTree San Pedro - Port of Los Angeles
03.2023 - 10.2023

Lead Engineer

DoubleTree Torrance - South Bay
10.2022 - 03.2023

Task Force Chief Engineer

Marriott Walnut Creek
01.2020 - 01.2021

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites Las Vegas Convention Center
01.2020 - 01.2020

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites Temecula Wine County
01.2019 - 01.2020

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites San Luis Obispo
01.2019 - 01.2020

Task Force Chief Engineer

Embassy Suites Santa Ana Orange County Airport
01.2019 - 01.2020

Owner & President

HDI Central, Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2020

No Degree - Human Development

California State University, Long Beach

Certificate - Certified Director of Engineering

National Association of Hotel and Lodging Engineers

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