Austin Schaecher
Davenport,IA
Summary
Seasoned facilities maintenance supervisor specializing in boiler operations, HVAC troubleshooting, and building automation systems.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Armstrong International
Bettendorf, Iowa
08.2025 - Current
- Operated high-pressure fire-tube boilers, including 40,000-pound package boilers, to ensure reliable performance and safety compliance.
- Monitored daily boiler operation, maintained code compliance, and kept logs current and detailed for dependable equipment performance.
- Completed scheduled repairs and routine maintenance on boiler systems.
- Managed work on Riello coolant heaters and maintained code compliance and proper yearly tuning.
- Oversaw BAS for over 300 large-scale industrial heaters, coordinating repairs and maintenance to sustain operational efficiency.
- Managed $500000 annual maintenance budget.
- Scheduled and led crew of eight members to achieve timely project completion and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Prepared work schedules and completed payroll for all employees.
Boiler Operator/ HVAC technician lead
Armstrong International
Bettendorf, Iowa
07.2016 - Current
- Ran boiler systems for three 40,000-pound Superior package boilers and kept steam pressure within safe limits for plant work (127 psi).
- Directed boiler controls, valves, pumps, and gauges during daily operation for safe performance.
- Operated boiler controls, valves, pumps, and gauges to ensure safe daily operation.
- Monitored gauges, controls, and alarms during daily boiler room rounds to ensure safe operational conditions.
- Inspected pumps, valves, burners, and water treatment equipment for early signs of issues.
- Applied deaerator procedures and maintenance practices to keep inspection readiness and compliance on track.
- Performed deaerator maintenance steps and kept equipment ready for inspection.
- Maintained Riello burners through service and tuning work with strong awareness of safety protocols.
- Serviced Riello burners and applied proper tuning and safety practices.
- Managed steam pressure across boiler systems to keep plant operations within safe limits.
- Kept condensate systems, return tanks, and pumps operating within service requirements.
- Supported condensate systems, return tanks, and pumps.
- Confirmed HVAC systems met safety and comfort standards set by employer.
- Verified HVAC systems against employer safety and comfort requirements.
- Ensured HVAC systems complied with employer safety standards for optimal comfort. supported safe, comfortable conditions across employer facilities.
- Used gauges and diagnostic tools to locate heating, cooling, and ventilation problems.
- Diagnosed heating, cooling, and ventilation issues using gauges and diagnostic tools.
- Diagnosed heating, cooling, and ventilation issues quickly to restore system performance. of heating, cooling, and ventilation issues restored system performance.
- Troubleshot compressors, condensers, evaporators, and electrical controls.
- Resolved compressor, condenser, evaporator, and electrical control issues.
- Electrical control, compressor, condenser, and evaporator problems were identified and corrected.
- Repaired heating units, air handlers, and cooling circuits.
- Restored heating units, air handlers, and cooling circuits to working condition.
- Serviced rooftop units, air handlers, and thermostats to maintain efficient climate control across employer facilities.
- Performed service work on rooftop units, air handlers, and thermostats across employer facilities.
- Serviced rooftop units to sustain their functionality and efficiency in employer facilities, air handlers, and thermostats remained serviceable across employer facilities.
- Heating units, air handlers, and cooling circuits returned to working order after repairs.
- Deaerator procedures and maintenance practices supported inspection completion and safe equipment readiness.
- Extensive work with Riello burners maintained and serviced units with strong understanding of tuning and safety protocols.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Harsco Metals and Minerals
Muscatine, Iowa
11.2011 - 07.2016
- Repaired hydraulic systems on loaders, dozers, and excavators.
- Diagnosed and resolved breakdowns using hand tools and diagnostic equipment, restoring functionality.
- Completed repairs on heavy equipment using specialized tools and repair methods for efficient work.
- Serviced and repaired pumps, motors, belts, and conveyor parts, contributing to reliable operations.
- Inspected equipment to identify mechanical issues, ensuring optimal machine performance.
- Carried out preventive maintenance on production and building systems.
- Inspected facility equipment to spot wear and damage.
- Found electrical, hydraulic, and structural issues on overhead cranes.
- Repaired hoists, brakes, cables, motors, and limit switches.
Education
Online Courses - Boilers, Condensate Systems, Deaerators, LOTO
Armstrong University
Bettendorf, IA12-2021
Welding - Stick, Mig, Tig Classes
Blackhawk Community College
Moline, IL02-2012
High School Diploma -
Rock Island High School
Rock Island, IL06-2011
Skills
- Boiler operations
- HVAC troubleshooting
- Building automation systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Cost control
- Facility maintenance
- Team leadership
Timeline
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Armstrong International
08.2025 - Current
Boiler Operator/ HVAC technician lead
Armstrong International
07.2016 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Harsco Metals and Minerals
11.2011 - 07.2016
Online Courses - Boilers, Condensate Systems, Deaerators, LOTO
Armstrong University
Welding - Stick, Mig, Tig Classes
Blackhawk Community College
High School Diploma -
Rock Island High School