Caleb Bruce
Austin,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Refrigeration Technician with expertise in system diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and temperature control solutions. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, effectively delivering high service standards under tight deadlines in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Refrigeration Technician 2
Smart Care Equipment Solutions
Austin, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Repaired and maintained commercial refrigeration units in various locations.
- Installed new refrigeration systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions using specialized tools and techniques.
- Inspected refrigeration systems for proper operation and efficiency.
- Uncovered and corrected leaks with individual units and full refrigeration systems.
- Tested pipe, tubing joints, and connections for leaks.
- Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
- Read and understood schematics in order to work on specific models.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling equipment and material usage while adhering to regulatory standards and building codes.
- Educated customers on proper use of their cooling systems.
Facilities maintenance technician 3
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
03.2009 - 03.2022
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities to ensure safety and compliance.
- Performed repairs on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems as needed.
- Coordinated with outside contractors for major repairs or renovations to the facility.
- Provided technical assistance to other departments in resolving operational issues with facility infrastructure components.
- Resolved customer complaints concerning facilities services provided.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of maintenance tools and equipment.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment usage effectively.
- Performed minor carpentry duties such as installing shelves or repairing doors.
- Rebuilt machinery per manufacturers' designs and retrofitted and upgraded machinery per in-house design to improve equipment reliability or performance and optimize production.
- Monitored inventory levels for spare parts and materials required for maintenance operations.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Developed relationships with vendors who provide services to the organization.
- Prepared reports on work completed and any problems encountered during maintenance activities.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
Education
East Bay High School
Gibsonton, FLCertification
- EPA 608 Universal
- N.A.T.E Certified
- CFESA Refrigeration and Electrical certifications
- Refrigeration Theory course complete
- Stenner Pump and Raypak equipment certifications
- Certified Pool Equipment Repair Technician
- Forklift Operator Certification
- OSHA Certified
- TDLR Certified as Registered Refrigeration Technician for Texas
- Automotive Mechanic ASE Certified (Not Up to date) Diagnostic and troubleshooting
- Range officer certified (Safety Officer)
- Certified Repair and Sales Technician for Glock Armory.
- Gunsmith
- Autobody and Paint Repair
- Garage Door Repair/Replacement
- Retail Management
- Certified Texas Safety inspector for DPS Stations. (Inspection stickers)
- Home Repair Contractor
- Irrigation system repairs and programming
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Spending time with Fur Babies
- Family Functions
- Range time
- JDM Car Life (Honda)
- Welding metal/Fab
- Sandblasting
- Powder Coating
- Traveling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Refrigeration Technician 2
Smart Care Equipment Solutions
03.2023 - Current
Facilities maintenance technician 3
Walmart
03.2009 - 03.2022
East Bay High School