David Dauber
Hutchinson
Summary
Refrigeration technician with 15+ years of experience in maintenance and repair of refrigeration units. Expertise in leak detection and system calibration, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective collaboration with team members.
Overview
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1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Refrigeration Technician
Tyson Foods
Hutchinson
06.2011 - 07.2026
- Maintained and repaired refrigeration units across processing facility for optimal functionality.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify leaks and ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot and resolve system malfunctions swiftly.
- Installed new refrigeration systems in compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored and adjusted temperature controls to achieve maximum performance.
- Educated staff on proper usage of refrigeration equipment.
- Documented maintenance work and repairs for compliance records.
- Ensured adherence to food safety regulations during repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Uncovered and corrected leaks with individual units and full refrigeration systems.
- Completed repairs, scheduled, and predictive maintenance on different equipment and systems.
- Read and understood schematics in order to work on specific models.
- Maintained and repaired electrical and pneumatic controls, HVAC equipment and systems and auxiliary equipment.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling equipment and material usage while adhering to regulatory standards and building codes.
- Reprogrammed controllers to maintain optimal functionality.
- Troubleshot complex problems with commercial-grade chillers using diagnostic tools like thermometers, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Assisted senior technicians in installing large-scale industrial cooling systems.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts in refrigeration systems such as motors, compressors, condensers, evaporators and valves.
- Utilized specialized tools such as brazing torches, leak detectors and vacuum pumps during repairs.
- Adjusted system controls to regulate temperature settings for optimal operation.
- Interpreted schematics and diagrams to determine the most efficient repair solutions.
- Reconfigured existing equipment for improved efficiency and performance.
- Maintained records of service calls, repairs performed and parts used.
- Cleaned condenser coils regularly to improve energy efficiency of the system.
- Ensured that all work was conducted safely following industry standards and regulations.
- Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions in a timely manner.
- Performed preventive maintenance on refrigeration systems, including lubricating parts and cleaning coils.
- Fabricated components from sheet metal when needed for repair projects.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and safety standards.
- Calibrated instruments used to measure pressure, temperature, flow rate and other variables in the system.
- 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.
- Tested equipment following each install to determine efficiency and proper functionality.
- Cut and drilled holes in floors, walls and roofs to install equipment using power saws and drills.
- Repaired parts by using technical knowledge, special tools and soldering skills.
- Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
- Evaluated work orders to ensure accuracy and clarity and discussed with supervisors.
- Inspected job site before project start to identify obstacles and resolve issues.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Led teams to complete large installation projects on time and within specific parameters outlined in customer documentation.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Transported materials by loading them onto truck for project execution, tools and equipment on truck at beginning of each shift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson High School
Hutchinson, KS05-1980
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- System installation
- Leak detection
- Temperature calibration
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Technical documentation
- Problem solving
- Regulatory compliance
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Employee training
- Safety adherence
- Wiring
- Defrost controls
- Refrigerant handling
- Ventilation systems
- Electrical
- Refrigeration controls
- Schematic reading
- Fan blade adjustment
- Motor replacement
- System charging
- Safety awareness
- Troubleshooting
- Filter replacement
- Schematic literacy
- Testing and repair
- Diagnostic testing
- Evaporator coils
- Regulatory codes
- Safety
- Mechanical aptitude
- Blueprints and diagrams
- Industrial refrigeration
- Equipment operation
- Condenser coils
- Commercial refrigeration
- Mechanical skills
- Equipment installation
- High pressure boilers
- Pressure testing
- Troubleshooting skills
- Emergency repairs
- Maintaining inventory
- Equipment servicing
- Pressure Gauge Reading
- Inspecting systems
- Effective communication
- Quality control
- System calibration
- Listening skills
- Testing connections
- Equipment calibration
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Stationary Steam Boilers License
- Industrial Refrigeration Levels 1, 2 and 3 Certificates
Timeline
Refrigeration Technician
Tyson Foods
06.2011 - 07.2026
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson High School