Brooke Barlow
Amboy,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented maintenance technician with over 20 years of experience in steam boiler operation, electrical and plumbing work, and equipment and building maintenance. Proven ability to solve mechanical issues efficiently and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Stationary Fireman
Illinois Department Of Corrections
Dixon, IL
06.2019 - Current
- Operated and maintained steam boilers and auxiliary equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Operated emergency generators during power outages or other disruptions in service.
- Maintained records of maintenance activities, including repairs made and parts used.
- Maintained chilled water systems, high pressure boilers, cooling towers and hydraulic pumps.
- Interpreted gauges, charts and various testing devices related to boiler and chiller operation.
Maintenance Technician
Erie Foods International
Rochelle, Illinois
03.2000 - 03.2023
- Assisted in routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment functionality.
- Installed wiring systems for residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to learn repair techniques and processes.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
Maintenance Technician
Sensient Flavors and Fragrances
Amboy, IL
03.2003 - 06.2019
- Same tasks as listed above
Maintenance Technician
Sensient Flavors and Fragrances
Amboy, IL
09.1986 - 03.2000
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to learn repair techniques and processes.
- Assisted in routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment functionality.
Education
Amboy High School
Amboy, IL05-1985
Skills
- Steam boiler operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Electrical troubleshooting with 120, 220, 277 and 480 voltage
- Wiring installation (indoor, outdoor)
- Plumbing installation
- Carpentry techniques
- Framing installation
- Replacement of motors and starters
Certification
Industrial Treatment Works Operator
Timeline
Stationary Fireman
Illinois Department Of Corrections
06.2019 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Sensient Flavors and Fragrances
03.2003 - 06.2019
Maintenance Technician
Erie Foods International
03.2000 - 03.2023
Maintenance Technician
Sensient Flavors and Fragrances
09.1986 - 03.2000
Amboy High School