Pasco, Washington, United States
Industrial Engineer and Farmer with 15+ years of experience leading large-scale operations across data centers, agriculture, infrastructure development, fabrication, and production systems. My background combines hands-on technical expertise with operational leadership, capital project execution, and continuous process improvement. Currently working in Data Center Engineering Operations at Amazon Web Services, where I support critical infrastructure and reliability-focused operations in high-availability environments. Throughout my career, I’ve managed multimillion-dollar projects, large teams, complex equipment systems, irrigation and utility infrastructure, fabrication operations, and high-volume production environments. I bring a practical engineering mindset focused on uptime, efficiency, safety, scalability, and long-term operational performance. My experience ranges from designing and improving custom equipment systems to leading agricultural development projects involving land leveling, pump stations, irrigation systems, automation platforms, and heavy equipment operations. I’m currently completing an Executive MBA through Washington State University to further strengthen my leadership, financial, and strategic management capabilities. Core strengths include: • Engineering Operations & Infrastructure • Process Improvement & Lean Operations • Reliability & Systems Optimization • Project & Production Management • Team Leadership & Workforce Development • Capital Equipment & Heavy Fabrication • Data Center Critical Operations • Agricultural & Land Development Systems • Budgeting, Procurement & Vendor Negotiations I enjoy solving complex operational challenges, building efficient systems, and leading teams that deliver measurable results.
Data Center Engineering Operations Technician (L4) Amazon Web Services (AWS) | Boardman, OR | Dec 2024 – Present Support critical infrastructure operations within hyperscale data center environments, focusing on reliability, uptime, safety, and operational excellence. Perform daily monitoring, maintenance coordination, and troubleshooting of mission-critical electrical and mechanical systems supporting high-availability operations. • Monitor and maintain critical infrastructure systems supporting 99%+ uptime • Support operational reliability initiatives across electrical, mechanical, cooling, and facility systems • Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and escalation response for critical equipment • Collaborate across operations and engineering teams to improve system performance and operational efficiency • Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols, compliance standards, and operational procedures • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within fast-paced, high-reliability environments
General Manager Ag Engineering & Development Co. | Kennewick, WA | Oct 2023 – Dec 2024 Led operations, engineering coordination, fabrication projects, procurement, and production planning for a heavy fabrication and agricultural engineering company. Focused on operational efficiency, project execution, vendor management, and scalable process improvements. • Reduced material procurement costs by 15% through strategic vendor negotiations and sourcing optimization • Improved production efficiency by 15% through coordinated scheduling and workforce management • Increased company sales by 20% through customer relationship development and sales collaboration • Streamlined inventory tracking and financial reporting using QuickBooks and Excel, improving operational accuracy by 30% • Led engineering and fabrication efforts on complex heavy equipment and infrastructure projects • Coordinated manufacturing schedules, labor allocation, and project timelines to improve delivery performance • Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational scalability and long-term efficiency
Developer / Manager GreenRidge Farming, Inc. / Frank Tiegs Farm | Pasco, WA | Jan 2019 – Dec 2022 Reported directly to Frank Tiegs and Managed large-scale agricultural development, irrigation infrastructure, land improvement, and operational systems across multiple major farm development projects. Coordinated with engineering firms, contractors, government agencies, and operations teams to execute complex infrastructure builds and optimize production systems. • Led cultivation operations across 8,700 irrigated acres over four growing seasons • Managed development of irrigation systems, pump stations, and water infrastructure projects • Coordinated major land development projects involving over 1 million cubic yards of earthwork • Worked alongside DNR, TTAP, Tapani Construction, and engineering consultants on infrastructure installation and permitting • Developed and upgraded multiple irrigation systems, including pump station optimization totaling 14,525 horsepower • Operated and optimized advanced irrigation automation platforms including Lindsay FieldNET and Watertronics systems • Managed procurement and transportation of over $1.2M in heavy construction and agricultural equipment • Focused on operational efficiency, infrastructure reliability, water management, and long-term production sustainability
Zone Manager R.D. Offutt Company | Boardman, OR | Mar 2017 – Jan 2019 Managed large-scale agricultural production and infrastructure operations across multiple farming zones totaling thousands of irrigated acres. Led teams, coordinated irrigation and wastewater applications, supported compliance initiatives, and drove operational efficiency across high-output crop production systems. • Managed Zone 1 (3,600 acres) and Southport/Agri Northwest Potlatch ground (3,000 acres) operations • Led a 55-employee tillage department supporting 45,000 acres of production • Coordinated irrigation and wastewater application programs across 35,000 acres while maintaining regulatory compliance and detailed operational records • Supported expansion of the farm’s organic production program and successful certification efforts • Managed Port of Morrow wastewater applications on Southport Farm operations • Supervised full-time staff and seasonal crews of up to 60 employees across diverse field operations • Assisted migration from legacy recordkeeping systems to Office 365-based operational and financial tracking systems • Achieved strong production yields across potatoes, alfalfa, dry corn, sweet corn, silage corn, and grass crops • Focused on operational safety, team leadership, process coordination, and infrastructure reliability
Farm Manager R.D. Offutt Company | Becker, MN | Jan 2014 – Mar 2017 Directed large-scale potato farming and production operations involving irrigation infrastructure, equipment procurement, logistics, land development, and crop management across thousands of irrigated acres. • Managed growing, harvesting, storage, and off-the-field production operations totaling up to 120 million pounds annually • Oversaw approximately 2,000 production acres and 6,400 rotational acres with 65 pivot irrigation systems • Procured 4,300 acres of virgin irrigated potato ground, generating an estimated $4.96M in long-term chemical savings • Managed crop inputs and operational budgets totaling $22.97M in coordination with corporate leadership teams • Designed and fabricated custom agricultural equipment that improved planting efficiency by 25% • Directed irrigation, fertilizer, chemical application, storage, transportation, and workforce operations • Led high-performing operational teams with strong employee retention and workforce development • Trained and developed future operational leadership including Farm Manager, Assistant Manager, and Warehouse Manager roles • Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, scalability, and equipment optimization