Emerson David’s career at UC Davis is one that has come full circle, starting as a student assistant and growing into a leadership role that helps shape the university’s technology systems today.
Although Steven “Lance” Hamilton wasn’t in a leadership role when he first joined UC Davis Facilities Management nearly 13 years ago, he has since grown into one that keeps him constantly engaged with both people and complex systems as the supervisor for fire systems and security alarms.
When student-athletes step onto a perfectly groomed baseball, softball, soccer, or football field, most never see the countless hours of specialized work that happen behind the scenes. For the Grounds & Landscape Services Sports Turf Team, creating and maintaining high-performance athletic fields is both a science and an art.
The Business Intelligence Group (BIG) is helping transform how Facilities Management (FM) uses data to support decision-making, improve operations, and solve complex organizational challenges. The team consists of Mallory Gatchalian, Eddy Johnson, Daniel Colvin, Kiernan Salmon, Nate Rodriguez, and Kim Arthur.
Long before a technician arrives on site or a repair is completed, many campus issues begin with a single point of contact: the Customer Experience Center (CEC). Led by Customer Experience Supervisor Mallory Gatchalian, the team works behind the scenes to coordinate responses and guide requests from initial report to final resolution.
Behind the scenes of campus comfort and sustainability is the Energy Engineering team, a group blending engineering expertise, data science, and hands-on problem-solving to ensure buildings operate efficiently and reliably. With nearly 100 years of combined experience, the team balances long-term strategy with daily operational excellence.
For Joe Burns, every day at UC Davis brings a new challenge, and that’s exactly what he enjoys most about the work. As the High Voltage Supervisor for Utilities, Joe plays a critical role in ensuring the campus’ electrical infrastructure operates safely and reliably while supporting the daily operations of a world-class university.
At the heart of the UC Davis avian research community is Amelia Realzola, Senior Animal Technician for the Avian Facility. Based at Meyer Hall and the poultry headquarters, Amelia plays a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the birds that support teaching, research, and outreach across campus.
Since 2012, Stacey Parker, Director of Public Horticulture and Engagement with the Arboretum and Public Garden has played a vital role in shaping the landscapes that make UC Davis such a beautiful and welcoming place. In this position, Stacey brings together sustainability, education, and community connection through her work with the Arboretum and Public Garden and Facilities.
Over the past year, we’ve taken important steps to enhance the services our campus community relies on and to better support the university’s mission. Two cross-departmental groups were formed to guide these improvements. One group is updating our vision and mission statements—set to launch in January 2026—to more clearly reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional service.
