Joseph Larez
Harrah,WA
Summary
Skilled Ammonia Refrigeration Technician with a proven track record at Washington Beef, enhancing operational reliability and optimizing energy use. Expert in ammonia system and HVAC troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, coupled with exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills. Achieved significant reductions in downtime through proactive system management and effective communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Washington Beef
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with specific aspects of the ammonia refrigeration system operation.
- Increased operational reliability through rigorous adherence to industry standards and best practices in ammonia refrigeration maintenance and repair.
- Assisted in the development of budgets and schedules for various projects involving ammonia refrigeration systems while ensuring timely completion within allocated resources.
- Optimized energy consumption, performing routine inspections and adjustments to maintain peak performance levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation, tracking repairs, upgrades, and preventative maintenance tasks for all assigned equipment.
- Developed clear communication channels between technicians, management, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution from inception through completion stages.
- Reduced downtime with proactive identification and resolution of potential issues in the ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Coordinated efforts with other departments during scheduled shutdowns to minimize production downtime and expedite system repair or upgrade initiatives.
- Updated refrigeration systems, modifying HVAC components and refurbishing chiller plants and panels.
- Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Installed supporting components such as fuel lines and wiring to complete systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wapato High School
Wapato, WA06.2022
HVAC/R Certificate - HVAC/R
Perry Technical Institute
Yakima, WA06.2024
Skills
- Pressure Vessel Inspection
- Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Electrical Wiring
- Cooling tower operation
- Oil management
- Ammonia System Troubleshooting
- Ammonia Leak Detection
- Refrigeration Equipment Maintenance
- Condenser Maintenance
- Refrigeration Cycle Analysis
- Defrost Control
- Customer Service
- Troubleshooting skills
- Testing and repair
- Mechanical skills
- Safety awareness
- Filter Replacement
- Equipment Operation
- Schematic reading
- Electrical knowledge
- HVAC installation and maintenance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Washington Beef
09.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Wapato High School
HVAC/R Certificate - HVAC/R
Perry Technical Institute
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