Vivian Buff Carpenter
About Vivian Buff Carpenter
Vivian Buff Carpenter serves as the Regional Facilities Manager at Sunoco LP, where she has worked since 2014, overseeing maintenance programs and training in the Houston, Texas area. With a background in accounting and office management, she also has extensive experience in customer care and aviation operations.
Work at Sunoco
Vivian Buff Carpenter has served as the Regional Facilities Manager at Sunoco LP since 2014. In this role, she oversees the maintenance and operational efficiency of retail sites in the Houston, Texas area. Carpenter has implemented and maintained preventive maintenance programs for various systems, including HVAC, hood cleaning, grease traps, and storm water quality. Her responsibilities also include identifying opportunities for resource optimization and best practices in building equipment management.
Education and Expertise
Carpenter studied at Skagit Valley College from 1994 to 1996, where she focused on Accounting, Office Management, and Computer Information Systems (CIS). During her studies, she achieved several certificates that contributed to her professional development. Her educational background supports her expertise in facilities management and operational efficiency.
Background
Before her tenure at Sunoco, Carpenter worked at Susser Holdings as a Customer Care Manager for 22 years, starting in 2002. Additionally, she has a decade of experience in the US Navy, where she served in Aviation Operations from 1984 to 1994. This diverse background has equipped her with a broad skill set applicable to her current role in facilities management.
Achievements in Facilities Management
In her role as Regional Facilities Manager, Carpenter conducts and arranges training sessions focused on safety, repair and maintenance techniques, operational procedures, and equipment use. She monitors man-hours, salaries, and expenditures for the maintenance region to ensure financial efficiency. Carpenter collaborates with the facilities management team to support disaster recovery efforts and manage emergency issues related to facilities.