David Schatz

David Schatz is the Vice President of Operations at Whinstone. In this capacity, he manages over 100 employees and has implemented safety programs, performance incentives, CPR training, and benefits for all Whinstone team members. David's hard work led him to be promoted into his director role in early 2021.

His ability to manage and lead team members comes from years of working side by side to better manage work efficiencies. David’s leadership skills were shaped from his previous role at TriMet where; in a career spanning eight years, he mastered the art of leadership and mentoring staff. With a passion for process improvements, David has used this skill to identify gaps in business and successfully implement process improvements to improve operational deficiencies.

David also has in-depth technical training from Mt. Hood Community College and Portland Community College, where he gained a tremendous mechanical foundation. His training has allowed David to tackle challenging technical issues and mentor his large staff to solve the most complex problems.