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Craig Backstrand

3196 120th Ave, Clear Lake,MN

Summary

Dependable Service Technician polished in building client loyalty and maintaining service standards. Hardworking troubleshooter and multitasker with 26 years of hands-on experience completing repair and maintenance of industrial and commercial refrigeration rack equipment, chillers, boilers HVAC heating and cooling equipment. Experience with many refrigerant types including CO2 and ammonia.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Technician

St Cloud Refrigeration
ST CLOUD, Minnesota
06.1998 - Current
  • Provided technical support to customers over the phone and in person.
  • Maintained accurate records of service calls, repairs, and parts used.
  • Diagnosed problems and determined solutions for various customer issues.
  • Performed onsite repair of equipment at customer locations.
  • Installed new systems according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on a variety of machines and systems.
  • Repaired faulty components such as motors, pumps, valves, switches.
  • Troubleshot electrical circuits using schematics and diagrams.
  • Replaced worn or damaged parts with OEM replacements as necessary.
  • Inspected equipment for proper operation and safety hazards prior to use.
  • Calibrated instruments to maintain accuracy within specified tolerances.
  • Tested repaired items to ensure functionality before returning them to customers.
  • Assembled components into complete systems following blueprints or other instructions.
  • Followed established safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and procedures.
  • Trained new team members on service processes to increase productivity.
  • Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.

Detailing & Rigging

Miller Marine Inc
ST CLOUD, Minnesota
1992 - 1996
  • Rigged boat motors and electronics. Fiberglass repair and detailing.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Refrigeration Service: Domestic And Commercial

Dunwoody College of Technology
Minneapolis, MN
06-1998

High School Diploma -

Ortonville High School
Ortonville, MN
05-1990

Skills

  • Work Documentation
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Technical Support
  • Testing and analysis
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Punctual and Reliable

Certification

  • Universal refrigerant certification
  • PLT Power Limited Technician license
  • St. Cloud journeyman gas license
  • Minneapolis Master refrigeration license
  • Minneapolis Master gas fitter license
  • St. Paul Master gas burner A license
  • St. Paul Refrigeration journeyman license
  • St. Louis Park Master gas license

Timeline

Service Technician

St Cloud Refrigeration
06.1998 - Current

Detailing & Rigging

Miller Marine Inc
1992 - 1996

Associate of Applied Science - Refrigeration Service: Domestic And Commercial

Dunwoody College of Technology

High School Diploma -

Ortonville High School
Craig Backstrand