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Bradley Homolka

Perry,IA

Summary

I am very adverse in mechanical, ammonia refrigeration, boilers, high pressure water pumps, air compressors, and most equipment for a plant as well as an engine room. Currently, I have almost 20 years of plant maintenance and industrial ammonia refrigeration.

4 1/2 years in the US military

Flexible and focused team player with expertise in time management, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and equipment operations.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Ammonia/Refrigeration Technician

Tyson Foods
Perry, IA
08.2004 - Current
  • Performed preventative maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems and components.
  • Inspected and tested system components for proper operation.
  • Monitored levels of ammonia in the system to ensure safe operations.
  • Conducted safety checks on all equipment and reported any issues to management immediately.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting complex problems related to ammonia refrigeration systems.
  • Cleaned coils, filters, fans, motors, pumps and other parts as needed.
  • Checked gaskets for leaks and replaced them when necessary.
  • Tested electrical circuits associated with the ammonia refrigeration system for continuity using an ohmmeter.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving ammonia refrigeration systems.
  • Operated tools such as drills, saws and welding torches safely while performing repairs.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols when working with hazardous materials like ammonia.
  • Provided technical advice regarding installation of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment.
  • Worked closely with outside contractors during installation or repair projects.
  • Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
  • Installed, altered and repaired sheet metal products and equipment and adjusted ducts and hoods for HVAC systems.
  • Completed repairs, scheduled and predictive maintenance on different equipment and systems.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions.
  • Maintained and repaired electrical and pneumatic controls, HVAC equipment and systems and auxiliary equipment.
  • Uncovered and corrected leaks with individual units and full refrigeration systems.
  • Read and understood schematics in order to work on specific models.
  • Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.

Maintenance Planner

Tyson Foods
Perry, IA
03.2013 - 03.2014
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to identify potential repair needs or safety hazards.
  • Reviewed completed work orders to verify that tasks had been performed correctly and in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Assisted in the development of preventative maintenance plans for new equipment installations.
  • Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to order necessary parts for repairs when needed.
  • Coordinated scheduling of preventive maintenance activities with production departments.
  • Trained personnel on proper use and operation of new equipment as well as safety protocols.

General Maintenance Worker

Tyson Foods
Perry, IA
08.2004 - 03.2013
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as painting, carpentry work, drywall repair and plumbing repairs.
  • Inspected buildings and equipment to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Repaired and replaced broken windows, doors, locks, light fixtures and electrical wiring.
  • Assisted in the installation of new equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Operated power tools such as drills, saws and grinders safely and efficiently.
  • Replaced worn or damaged components on machines using hand tools or powered tools.
  • Performed minor welding jobs such as soldering pipes and patching holes in metal objects.
  • Installed safety devices on machinery according to company specifications.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as flooding or fire alarms.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while performing maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by disposing of trash properly and sweeping floors regularly.
  • Troubleshot problems with mechanical systems quickly and accurately.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks.
  • Assisted with snow removal operations during winter months.
  • Completed documents and work requests according to company standards.
  • Assisted with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems during remodeling projects.

Shear Operator

Ebi/rj trausch industries
Audubon, IA
09.2003 - 08.2004
  • Performed regular maintenance on shearing machine, including lubricating, cleaning, and tightening loose parts.
  • Adjusted blade clearance and cutting length of shearing machine based on material being cut.
  • Verified accuracy of finished product by measuring with precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, and rulers.
  • Operated shearing machine to cut and trim sheet metal parts to specified dimensions.
  • Inspected work pieces for burrs or other defects that may have been caused during the cutting process.
  • Maintained a clean work area by disposing scrap metals in designated containers.

0311 Infantry Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC
01.1999 - 08.2003
Ebitrausch ambushes and raids.
  • Supervised loading and unloading of supplies from aircrafts and motor vehicles.
  • Utilized night vision devices to conduct surveillance operations at night.
  • Communicated effectively with team members using hand signals, radio communications equipment, and other methods as necessary.
  • Took part in training exercises designed to improve individual skillsets and collective unit capabilities.
  • Inspected various pieces of military equipment for serviceability prior to use in the field.
  • Repaired damaged military equipment when possible; reported all unserviceable items for replacement.
  • Hum-vee mechanic
  • Ammunition driver
  • Haz-mat driver
  • Company clerk
  • Squad leader of a 4 man team
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    Farm Laborer

    Numerous farmers
    Charter Oak, IA
    01.1994 - 01.1999
    • Assisted in planting, cultivating, and irrigating crops.
    • Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, plows, harvesters and other tools.
    • Cut hay bales and loaded them onto trailers for transport to storage areas.
    • Transported harvested products to packing sheds using tractor-trailers or wagons.
    • Repaired fences, gates, buildings, and other structures on the property.
    • Tended livestock by providing food and water, cleaning pens, monitoring health status.
    • Cleaned barns, stalls and outbuildings of debris and manure.
    • Checked animal enclosures for signs of illness or injury to animals.
    • Performed general maintenance tasks such as painting barns or repairing fences.
    • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as tractors or ATVs.
    • Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals.
    • Cleaned out fence lines and repaired barbed wire, electric and board fencing.
    • Watered and fertilized crops to promote growth for harvests.
    • Cultivated soil to refine and prepare for planting.
    • Baled and collected hay throughout summer.
    • I worked for 4 different farmers and 1 roofer so I was always busy

    Education

    Certificate - Boiler Operations

    Tyson Dakota Dunes
    Dakota Dunes, SD
    05-2018

    Certificate - Ammonia Refrigeration

    Garden City Ammonia School
    Garden City, KS
    08-2017

    Certificate - Ammonia

    Garden City Ammonia Program
    Garden City, KS
    04-2016

    High School Diploma -

    Charter Oak-Ute High School
    Charter Oak, IA
    01-1999

    No degree - Microsoft Programs

    Jacksonville Community College
    Jacksonville, NC

    Skills

    • Electrical Wiring
    • Emergency Response Procedures
    • Preventive Maintenance Planning
    • Scheduled Maintenance
    • Blueprints and diagrams
    • High pressure boilers
    • Safety awareness
    • Regulatory Compliance
    • Troubleshooting skills
    • Mechanical skills
    • Ventilation Systems
    • Equipment Installation
    • Cooling systems
    • Mechanical Aptitude
    • Preventive Maintenance
    • Safety understanding
    • Electrical diagnostics
    • Equipment Operation
    • Testing and repair
    • Diagnostic Testing
    • Troubleshooting

    Timeline

    Maintenance Planner

    Tyson Foods
    03.2013 - 03.2014

    Ammonia/Refrigeration Technician

    Tyson Foods
    08.2004 - Current

    General Maintenance Worker

    Tyson Foods
    08.2004 - 03.2013

    Shear Operator

    Ebi/rj trausch industries
    09.2003 - 08.2004

    0311 Infantry Rifleman

    United States Marine Corps
    01.1999 - 08.2003

    Farm Laborer

    Numerous farmers
    01.1994 - 01.1999

    Certificate - Boiler Operations

    Tyson Dakota Dunes

    Certificate - Ammonia Refrigeration

    Garden City Ammonia School

    Certificate - Ammonia

    Garden City Ammonia Program

    High School Diploma -

    Charter Oak-Ute High School

    No degree - Microsoft Programs

    Jacksonville Community College

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