Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

JOSEPH EPPERSON

Council Bluffs

Summary

Knowledgeable Refrigeration Technician experienced with different equipment and systems. Proficient in maintenance, repair and installations. Ready to bring 9 years in the field to a challenging new role.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LEAD REFRIGERATION TECH

Lincoln Premium Poultry
01.2023 - Current
  • Kept records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions
  • Adjusted system components according to manufacturer's specifications
  • Troubleshot and repaired complex refrigeration systems, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, and piping
  • Calibrated temperature controls for optimal performance of cooling units
  • Supervised and instructed assistants
  • Measured, cut, threaded, or bent pipe, or tubing, using pipe fitter's tools.

AMMONIA REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN

Skylark Meats
06.2020 - 01.2023
  • Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems
  • Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment
  • Improved project completion time, maintaining and repairing electrical and pneumatic controls, HVAC equipments and systems, air handling units, fire control systems, high-pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment
  • Completed repairs, scheduled and predictive maintenance on different equipment and systems.

M.E.T

J,Skinner Baking
02.2019 - 06.2020
  • Performed troubleshooting and maintenance on electrical equipment
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs
  • Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts
  • Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards, including OSHA
  • Orchestrated tooling changeovers, setups and repairs to minimize downtime and improve productivity.

ENGINE ROOM TECHNICIAN

Tyson Foods
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Operated refrigeration, hydraulic, water recirculation systems, cooling towers and other systems relating to regulation of boiler operations and facility heating and cooling requirements
  • Maintained daily log book to quantify resource consumption and advise management on fuel consumption patterns and maintenance needs requiring visits from outside technicians
  • Measured air quality of boiler exhaust systems and calibrated equipment for compliance with OSHA and company-mandated safe work environment regulations.

LEAD REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

J.Skinner Baking
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Oversaw predictive and preventative maintenance of equipment
  • Operated scissor lifts and man lifts for maintenance actions on overhead vapor lighting
  • Monitored work order completion and worked with other team members on complex projects
  • Worked on different types of machinery and equipment including hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Oversaw technicians and delegated duties
  • Recorded job details and work completed in work orders.

S1 REFRIGERATION TECH

Conagra Brands
11.2009 - 01.2017
  • Performed preventative maintenance on multiple brands of HVAC equipment
  • Ensured that all work was completed safely and met quality standards
  • Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
  • Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
  • Replaced worn out parts with new ones while adhering to safety regulations
  • Kept accurate records of repairs performed for future reference.

Education

No Degree - Operator 2

Garden City Community College, Garden City, KS
05.2023

No Degree - Operator 1

Garden City Community College, Garden City, KS
09.2017

High School Diploma -

Lexington Independent School District , Lexington, TX
06.2007

Skills

  • Safety understanding
  • Electrical components understanding
  • Testing and repair
  • Sprinkler systems
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Project coordination
  • Equipment operation
  • High pressure boilers
  • Regulatory codes
  • Standpipe systems
  • Blueprints and diagrams

Certification

  • Operator 1

Timeline

LEAD REFRIGERATION TECH - Lincoln Premium Poultry
01.2023 - Current
AMMONIA REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN - Skylark Meats
06.2020 - 01.2023
M.E.T - J,Skinner Baking
02.2019 - 06.2020
ENGINE ROOM TECHNICIAN - Tyson Foods
02.2018 - 01.2020
LEAD REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - J.Skinner Baking
01.2017 - 02.2018
S1 REFRIGERATION TECH - Conagra Brands
11.2009 - 01.2017
Garden City Community College - No Degree, Operator 2
Garden City Community College - No Degree, Operator 1
Lexington Independent School District - High School Diploma,

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