David Briggs
Pulaski,NY
Summary
Seasoned Foreman with extensive experience in AC&R and construction supervision, notably at Ice Builders. Excelled in managing large-scale projects, demonstrating top-notch decision-making and effective communication. Skilled in workplace safety and work planning, successfully led diverse teams to achieve project milestones with commendable efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
Ice Builders
06.2018 - Current
- 40-70 hours weekly
- Assist in building, shipping, and wiring of the refrigeration package.
- Responsible for installing, charging, and starting up refrigeration units.
- Successfully completed multiple large-scale projects for reputable contractors.
- Manage multiple projects in all varying phases of construction at the same time.
- Pre-inspections, planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and evaluating construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications, and budget.
- Preparing contracts, and negotiating revision changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Hiring and supervising the activities of subcontractors and subordinate staff.
Service Tech/ Start-up
Cimco Refrigeration
10.2015 - 06.2018
- 40-70 hours weekly
- Maintained refrigeration plants through service contracts.
- Part of the start-up crew for ice rinks consisted of inspecting the package, comparing it to blueprints, charging it with refrigerant, checking the wiring (control and up to 480v), troubleshooting, and operating the package.
- Mycom I Series screw and M Series recip compressors.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Service Technician
Republic Refrigeration
09.2013 - 10.2015
- 40-90 hours weekly
- Start up new equipment and plants built by our construction crews.
- Operate NH3, CO2, and Freon-type equipment.
- Rebuild or repair compressors, pumps, and anything in the refrigeration circuit.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers, and outlined repair or service options.
- I installed new equipment and explained the operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
First Class Petty Officer (E6)-Machinist's Mate
U.S. Navy Reserve
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Part of outside repair, assisted contractors with AC&R equipment while ships where in shipyard
Mayekawa (Mycom)
08.2013 - 10.2013
- 40-50 hours weekly
- Assist end users with problems and/or concerns regarding their Mycom compressors.
- Start-ups of new Mycom compressor packages.
Plant Engineer
ReddyIce
02.2010 - 08.2013
- 40-60 hours weekly
- Supervisor to the production crew.
- Repaired and maintained the mechanical aspects of all equipment.
- Maintained and operated a 4000# ammonia system.
Waterfront Security
U.S. Navy
Bangor, WA
10.2005 - 11.2008
- As oil response team leader
- Chief engineer of small boats - Maintaining the diesel engines and all shipboard equipment
- Deck Leader supervisor
NPDB 3
U.S. Navy
Camp Bucca, Iraq
02.2007 - 02.2008
- Managed military team responsible for the custody of 270 detainees
USS Abraham Lincoln
U.S. Navy
Bremerton, WA
09.2003 - 01.2005
- Supervised staff in the air conditioning and refrigeration shop
- Operated, maintained, and repaired ship-wide refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- Maintained 900 ton York chiller units, refrigeration plants, compressor and evap units
- Responsible for production of potable water for up to 9,000 personnel
USS Nassau
U.S. Navy
Norfolk, VA
06.1999 - 01.2003
- Engine room repair and maintenance duties with requisite training in firefighting techniques
- Throttle control responsibility amphibious assault ship
- Operated and maintained ballast systems and aircraft & weapons elevators
- Worked on numerous types of pumps, valves, and ship propulsion equipment
- Trained and mentored 2-13 individuals per training session covering the 'Tag Out Safety' program, with commendations for accident-free operations and outstanding performance
Education
High School -
Pulaski Jr/Sr High School
Pulaski, New York01.1997
Skills
- AC&R
- Boilers
- Job planning
- Generators
- Bearings
- Valves
- Compressors
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Workplace safety
- Construction supervision
- Work planning and prioritization
Training
- Journeyman for UA Local 267
- Ship Service Turbine Generator Repair School, 03/01/02, Norfolk, Virginia
- Air Condition and Refrigeration School (EPA Universal Qualified - HVAC), 01/01/03, Norfolk, Virginia
- Oil Spill Response School, 06/01/03, Silverdale, Washington
- Basic and Advanced firefighting training
- GCAP Ammonia Operator I & II
Certification
- Universal refrigeration license
Timeline
Foreman/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
Ice Builders
06.2018 - Current
Service Tech/ Start-up
Cimco Refrigeration
10.2015 - 06.2018
Service Technician
Republic Refrigeration
09.2013 - 10.2015
Mayekawa (Mycom)
08.2013 - 10.2013
Plant Engineer
ReddyIce
02.2010 - 08.2013
First Class Petty Officer (E6)-Machinist's Mate
U.S. Navy Reserve
01.2009 - 01.2014
NPDB 3
U.S. Navy
02.2007 - 02.2008
Waterfront Security
U.S. Navy
10.2005 - 11.2008
USS Abraham Lincoln
U.S. Navy
09.2003 - 01.2005
USS Nassau
U.S. Navy
06.1999 - 01.2003
- Universal refrigeration license
High School -
Pulaski Jr/Sr High School
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