Charles Tate
Bear,DE
Summary
Experienced Service Technician with 10 years in commercial kitchen equipment maintenance, focusing on refrigeration systems, electrical circuit troubleshooting, and compressor repairs. Expertise in performing preventative maintenance and efficiently prioritizing work orders. Consistently delivers high-quality service in fast-paced meal service environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Equipment Mechanic
Harford County Public Schools
Bel Air, Maryland
01.2024 - Current
- Diagnose and repair commercial kitchen equipment including, but not limited to, refrigeration, cooking equipment and dish machines.
- Serviced walk-in coolers, reach-in freezers, ovens, warming cabinets, serving lines, dish machines, and ice machines, ensuring equipment readiness.
- Executed preventative maintenance on equipment, enhancing operational reliability.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance across multiple locations, supporting efficient service management.
Facility Maintenance Manager
Pete’s Garage
Newark, DE
07.2017 - 12.2023
- Managed the installation, repair, and upkeep of facility electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other mechanical systems.
- Managed daily facility operations and maintenance tasks for optimal performance.
- Coordinated scheduling for routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
- Coordinated with outside contractors to ensure timely completion of facility repairs.
Property Maintenance Manager
Accord Properties
Newark, Delaware
01.2007 - 06.2017
- Oversaw repair and upkeep of building systems, ensuring functionality of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and landscaping.
- Led team of maintenance technicians to achieve timely repairs and enhance property condition.
- Inspected properties regularly for safety compliance and maintenance needs.
- Managed project budget allocations to optimize resource use and maintain cost efficiency.
HVAC-R & Cooking Equipment Service Technician
Food Equipment Service
Wilmington, Delaware
06.2001 - 12.2006
- Responded to service requests for package HVAC units, commercial refrigeration, exhaust systems, and food service equipment including gas and electric ovens, ensuring continuous operation and minimizing downtime.
- Troubleshot electrical circuits at 24V, 115V, 208V, and 480V levels to resolve equipment issues efficiently.
- Performed routine maintenance on commercial kitchen equipment such as ice machines, beverage coolers, walk-in coolers/freezers, dishwashers, steamers, ovens, grills, fryers, and kettles, contributing to optimal performance and longevity.
- Installed new equipment, calibrated controls, and removed outdated units, facilitating seamless upgrades and improved operational efficiency.
Education
Diploma With Honors - HVAC/R
Pennco Tech
NJ06-2005
High School Diploma -
William Penn High School
New Castle, DE06-1995
Skills
- Commercial refrigeration
- HVAC troubleshooting
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Kitchen equipment repair
- Refrigeration installation
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Facilities management
- Schematics interpretation
Certification
- Electric Certification - ESCO
- Air Conditioning Certification - ESCO
- EPA 608 Universal license - ESCO
- Honor Roll Heating Certificate - Pennco Tech
- Honor Roll Air Conditioning Certificate - Pennco Tech
- Honor Roll Refrigeration Certificate - Pennco Tech
- Driver’s License - (Valid & 0 points)
Timeline
Food Equipment Mechanic
Harford County Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
Facility Maintenance Manager
Pete’s Garage
07.2017 - 12.2023
Property Maintenance Manager
Accord Properties
01.2007 - 06.2017
HVAC-R & Cooking Equipment Service Technician
Food Equipment Service
06.2001 - 12.2006
Diploma With Honors - HVAC/R
Pennco Tech
High School Diploma -
William Penn High School