David Saunders
Burlington
Summary
Skilled Refrigeration Technician with a robust background at Swanson Mechanical, excelling in refrigerant handling and customer service. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, enhancing system efficiency and exceeding client expectations. Proven ability to conduct detailed diagnostics and implement corrective plans, achieving rapid response times and minimizing downtime. Actively pursued ongoing technical training to stay ahead in commercial electrical work practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Refrigeration Technician
Swanson Mechanical
09.2018 - Current
- Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
- Satisfied customer needs on every call with knowledgeable service and quick responses.
- Upheld a clean and organized working environment by maintaining tools, equipment, and workspaces in excellent condition for optimal performance and safety.
- Exceeded client expectations by providing detailed explanations of repair procedures, equipment maintenance schedules, and potential cost-saving measures for their refrigeration systems.
- Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough diagnostics and implementing preventive maintenance measures for refrigeration systems.
- Achieved rapid response times to emergency calls for malfunctioning or failing refrigeration units to minimize potential losses due to spoilage or downtime.
- Interpreted engineering blueprints and drawings to execute system diagnostics and repair.
- Repaired and maintained residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Located and repaired leaks on individual units and large systems in grocery stores or restaurants.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturers' design specifications to determine HVAC equipment configuration and complete proper installation.
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
F&S Electric
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Completed complex electrical installations with precision and efficiency, meeting project deadlines consistently.
- Mitigated potential risks associated with live wires or faulty circuits by implementing proper grounding techniques during installations.
- Continuously expanded technical expertise by participating in ongoing training opportunities related to commercial electrical work practices.
Maintenance
Ed Rose And Sons
08.2002 - 12.2017
- Performed routine machine maintenance and repaired minor damages.
- Performed troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and sanitation procedures.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance schedules.
- Reduced downtime with proactive planning and preventative maintenance strategies.
- Completed preventive maintenance on pool equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Education
Graduated - General Studies
Harper Creek High School
Battle Creek, MI06.2001
Skills
- Refrigerant handling
- Customer service
- Testing and repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mechanical skills
- Safety awareness
- Temperature controls
- Pressure testing
- Motor replacement
- Scheduled maintenance
- Heating systems
- Equipment operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Soldering
- Mathematical calculations
- Equipment installation
- Schematic reading
- Electrical diagnostics
- Commercial refrigeration
- Mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Refrigeration Technician
Swanson Mechanical
09.2018 - Current
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
F&S Electric
12.2017 - 09.2018
Maintenance
Ed Rose And Sons
08.2002 - 12.2017
Graduated - General Studies
Harper Creek High School
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