CHRISTOPHER WALKER
Maintenance Technician
Kennewick,WA
Summary
Experienced and safety-driven plant facility technician with over a decade in maintaining high-integrity systems in regulated environments. Proven expertise in mechanical systems, heavy equipment operation, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrates exceptional reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safe operations and continuous improvement in high-risk settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Plant Mechanic
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Maintain and optimize industrial plant systems, including Johnson Controls automation, boilers, compressed gas, emergency power, and HVAC systems.
- Ensure the safe and efficient functionality of mechanical rooms, prioritizing integration with patient care operations.
- Oversee parts inventory and conduct repairs across electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing systems, meeting hospital and state safety standards.
Nuclear Plant Technician
Energy Northwest
01.2015 - 12.2023
- Maintained infrastructure for mechanical, potable water, and irrigation systems within a nuclear facility, ensuring compliance with stringent safety standards.
- Operated heavy equipment and executed structural maintenance tasks, effectively supporting operations in secured zones.
- Managed herbicide/pesticide compliance programs, enhancing environmental safety across operational areas.
- Performed technical repairs on plumbing, framing, and concrete, while maintaining a customer-focused approach to internal operations.
- Assisted with planning, job scoping, material procurement, and meticulous documentation in alignment with NRC and facility protocols.
Maintenance Supervisor
Crossings at Chapel Hill
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Supervised maintenance operations including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, driving efficiency across a multi-unit residential property.
- Directed scheduling, inventory management, and logistics, improving operational workflows and service delivery.
- Conducted safety inspections and trained team members on preventive maintenance protocols, fostering a culture of safety.
Education
Associate’s Degree -
Portland Bible College
Portland, OR 01.2008 - 01.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Columbia Burbank High School
Burbank, WA 01.2000 - 01.2004
Skills
- Nuclear Facility Maintenance
- Preventive & Corrective Systems Work
- Mechanical Repair
- Plumbing Repair
- Electrical Repair
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
Certification
Rad Worker Qualified
Volunteer Interests
- Youth Leader (2006–2010)
- Men's Bible Study Leader
- Middle School Girls Softball Coach
- Passionate about camping, fishing, sports, and outdoor activities
Timeline
Plant Mechanic
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Nuclear Plant Technician
Energy Northwest
01.2015 - 12.2023
Maintenance Supervisor
Crossings at Chapel Hill
01.2010 - 12.2015
Associate’s Degree -
Portland Bible College
01.2008 - 01.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Columbia Burbank High School
01.2000 - 01.2004
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