Brandon Bradford
1050 Bay View Farm Rd. Unit#122 Pinole,CA
Summary
Skilled Boilermaker Journeyman Technician with a proven track record of enhancing safety and efficiency at Bay City Boiler. Expert in mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics, certified in burner controls and boiler systems. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and mechanical aptitude, significantly improving project outcomes and workplace safety culture.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker Journeyman Technician
Bay City Boiler
02.2014 - Current
- Improved workplace safety culture through participation in safety meetings, hazard assessments, and incident reporting procedures.
- Demonstrated flexibility when adapting to changing project demands and priorities while maintaining quality craftsmanship.
- Achieved higher levels of accuracy in fabrication tasks by utilizing precise measurement tools and techniques.
- Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to industry safety regulations and guidelines
- Annuals/ Preventive maintenance and repair on all fire tube, water tube, flex tube, hot water heaters, low & high pressure steam boilers and exchangers.
- Burner retrofits & new installations. control upgrades. electrical troubleshooting. installation & repair of pumps. installation & repair of exhaust stack or duct. retube of boilers. hot water & steam piping installation or repair
- Combustion and fine tuning of burners & boilers including stack & draft control to optimize safety and efficiency.
- Commissioning of burners, boilers, pumps, mechanical valves and steam skids
- Steam trap ultrasound testing & replacement.
- Foreman responsibilities on jobs which include laying out and training personal
Electrician
Local 401
03.2012 - 02.2014
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
Maintenance Engineer
Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment
- Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
- Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery.
- Resolved customer complaints in prompt, polite and professional approach.
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Pacific Die Cut Industries
05.2003 - 01.2009
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Optimized warehouse layout for efficient product flow from receiving to shipping areas, minimizing wasted time in transit between locations.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Managed inventory control with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate stock levels.
- Created effective communication channels between warehouse staff, management, and customers to address concerns promptly and maintain smooth operations.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
Warehouse Worker
Consolidated Electrical Distributors
07.1998 - 05.2003
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Counter sales of all electrical equipment & material
Painter
San Francisco Painting & Waterproofing
06.1990 - 07.1998
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
Education
GED -
Baden Highschool
South San Francisco, CASkills
- Factory trained and certified on burner controls including Fireeye Nexus and Siemens LMV3 & LMV5
- Factory Trained and certified on Fulton, Raypak, Riello and Laars boilers
- Rigging Techniques
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Boiler installation
- Pipefitting
- Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Hand and power tools
- Repair work
- Pressure vessel assembly
- Safety Procedures
Timeline
Boilermaker Journeyman Technician
Bay City Boiler
02.2014 - Current
Electrician
Local 401
03.2012 - 02.2014
Maintenance Engineer
Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe
01.2009 - 03.2012
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Pacific Die Cut Industries
05.2003 - 01.2009
Warehouse Worker
Consolidated Electrical Distributors
07.1998 - 05.2003
Painter
San Francisco Painting & Waterproofing
06.1990 - 07.1998
GED -
Baden Highschool
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