In a recent conversation, we sat down with Carl Edwards, the Regional Facilities Manager for New York at Human Technologies. The discussion provided an in-depth look at the company’s Facilities Management Services (FMS) and highlighted Carl’s extensive background in project management and maintenance.
Carl Edwards: An expertise in Facilities Management.
Carl Edwards has been with Human Technologies since May 2023, serving as a Regional Facilities Manager. In this role, he has overseen multiple New York State sites, bringing extensive knowledge of each facility’s unique needs.
Before joining Human Technologies, Carl built over a decade of hands-onexperience in senior maintenance, facilities, and operations management within nuclear and hospital environments. His multi-site responsibilities included planning and executing daily maintenance functions, as well as designing, planning, and approving systems for boilers, HVAC, water, electrical, and fire safety.
Carl holds OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications and is Master Rigger Certified. Since joining Human Technologies, he has further expanded his expertise by completing courses in EM385 and PerimeterProtection, reinforcing his commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Understanding Facilities Management Services at Human Technologies
Human Technologies’ Facilities Management Services (FMS) began in 2008 with a contract at a Navy Reserve Center in Schenectady, New York, and has since expanded into a comprehensive operation serving federal and commercial customers. Our team delivers full-scale maintenance, including HVAC upkeep, groundskeeping, janitorial services, snow removal, waste management, and recycling. Beyond routine tasks, we handle critical repairs such as installing rooftop exhaust ventilators, upgrading water heaters and fountains, replacing circulating pumps, repairing security gates and turnstiles, and installing emergency lighting. We also conduct advanced preventive maintenance, from testing building grounding for lightning protection to ensuring HVAC systems operate reliably. Whether addressing immediate repairs or implementing long-term facility solutions, FMS is committed to keeping mission-critical buildings safe, functional, and operational.
Serving Our Customers
Human Technologies proudly provides Facilities Management Services to key federal customers, including the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES), Defense Logistics Agency, the GSA Federal Courthouse Complex in Erie, PA, and the Army Reserve Center in Coraopolis, PA. These partnerships showcase our ability to uphold high operational standards in military facility maintenance and government property management. Our work ensures mission-critical buildings remain fully operational and well-maintained to support their essential functions.
Growth and Employment Opportunities
Starting with just two part-time employees, the Facilities Management Services division has grown to a robust team of 43. This expansion reflects Human Technologies’ commitment to creating employment opportunities and delivering high-quality facilities maintenance. The company emphasizes internal growth, offering employees avenues for advancement through facility management training and development programs.
A Commitment to Excellence
The success of Human Technologies’ Facilities Management Services is rooted in its dedication to facility operations excellence and customer satisfaction. By reducing reliance on subcontractors and investing in employee training, the company ensures consistent service delivery. This approach has led to the acquisition of additional contracts, including facility maintenance contracts in Pennsylvania and Delaware, further extending the company’s reach and impact.
Human Technologies’ Facilities Management Services exemplify the organization’s mission to provide exceptional facility maintenance while fostering employment opportunities. With industry experts like Carl Edwards leading the way, the future of facility management solutions looks promising, marked by growth, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
