Facility Services

Tim Pelzel, Captain
972-968-6317

Dan Lopez, Maintenance Supervisor
972-968-6332

General Maintenance/Carpentry Department are essential to ensure safety and functionality of our buildings, with our preventative maintenance program and future improvement projects we can impact the learning environment and the health and safety of students and staff in a positive way. General Maintenance/Carpentry duties are taking care of the following:

• Roof leaks and ceiling tile
• Driveways, Sidewalks, Parking Lots  
• Exterior and Interior Painting, graffiti vandalism
• Tile and carpet flooring
• Locks and door hardware,
• Playground repair and surfacing
• Window repairs
• Fencing
• Office and classroom repairs

Glenn Hornback, Electrical Captain
972-968-6313

The Electrical department plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe environment for our students and educators at our facilities with minimal disruption. For the past year we have been concentrating on LED replacement for efficiency and quality. Our tasks include:

• Exterior lighting
• Interior lighting
• Interior power and devices
• Distribution panels
• Fire alarm systems
• Power outages
• Tripped breakers
• Burning smells
• Fire and security alarm malfunctions.

We work closely with other departments in the district to provide in-house electrical services.

Terry Vandenberg, Captain
972-968-6352

Our HVAC Service Department is solely responsible for maintaining a comfortable learning environment in all district classrooms and office areas year-round. The district has 6 thousand plus units that cover 5.2 million square feet. Our tasks include:

• Preventative maintenance on all rooftop units and VRF systems
• Hot or cold service request
• Building Automation System and after hour scheduling
• Exhaust and ventilation systems
• Walk-in and coolers freezers
• Ice Machines

After-hours scheduling requests should be submitted at least one week in advance.

The district standard set points are 72 to 78 degrees

Brandon Gregor, Captain
972-968-6317

The plumbing department is responsible for maintaining and servicing water, sewer, gas, and fire suppression systems to ensure proper operation and code compliance of facilities for the safety of students and staff.

• Backflow devices
• Drinking fountains
• Water heaters/Boilers
• Restrooms/sinks/showers
• Irrigation
• Gas lines
• Fire sprinkler/suppression

Roderick Smith, Captain
972-968-6312

The Grounds Department is responsible for the maintenance of all 820+ acres of campus and athletic grounds to ensure that the districts outdoor areas are safe, attractive, and well-maintained for students, staff, and visitors. Our tasks include:

• Mowing and trimming lawns
• Pruning trees and shrubs
• Maintaining flowers and landscaping
• Managing pest and weeds
• Upkeep and painting of athletic fields

Felix Ngin Captain
972-968-6363

Savann Tim Captain
972-968-6361

Custodians play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall functionality of district facilities. With a vast space of over 5.2 million square feet to manage, their work is essential in ensuring optimal conditions and a hassle-free environment for facility users.

Key responsibilities of custodians include:

• Cleaning and sanitizing to ensure a safe environment
• Event setup and collaboration
• Supporting operational efficiency
• Extending the lifespan of infrastructure
• Support and customer service

Their contributions in maintaining cleanliness, ensuring safety, conducting repairs, promoting sustainability, and fostering positive user experiences are paramount to the efficient functioning of these premises.

Mason Driver Energy Manager
972-968-6371 

Energy is a significant expense in CFBISD, and it is the responsibility of facility support to proactively explore ways to consolidate energy consumption. To enhance energy efficiency, the involvement of students, faculty, staff, and administration is crucial. The Energy Manager plays a key role in achieving these objectives by:

• Conducting Energy Audits
• Implementing Energy Conservation Measures
• Monitoring and Analyzing Energy Data
• Identifying Energy Efficiency Projects
• Developing Behavioral Change Programs
• Ensuring Reporting and Compliance with consumption levels

Our aim is to maintain a comfortable learning environment while minimizing our carbon footprint. If you have any ideas or questions, please reach out to the Energy Manager.

Ashley Klein Environmental Technician
972-968-6373

The Environmental Technician within our K-12 school district plays a vital role in supporting our commitment to providing a safe, healthy, and environmentally conscious learning environment for students, staff, and the community. This position involves conducting various tasks:

• Environmental Monitoring and Reporting
• Waste Management
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Compliance and Regulation
• Training and Education

The health of our students is of the upmost importance and our goal is to provide a clean and safe learning environment.