Kenneth Carroll
Woodland,NC
Summary
Adept at preventive maintenance and emergency response, I significantly enhanced system efficiency and safety at Perdue Farms. Skilled in electrical wiring and team collaboration, my proactive approach to troubleshooting and compressor overhaul has saved costs and improved operational readiness. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Perdue Farms, Inc.
10.2016 - Current
- Ensured regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local codes governing the use, storage, and handling of hazardous materials such as anhydrous ammonia.
- Maintained accurate documentation, tracking repairs, upgrades, and preventative maintenance tasks for all assigned equipment.
- Responsible for plant operations and ammonia system readiness 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Training of operators and trainees to ensure plant refrigeration equipment ready for safe operation
HVAC Technician/Electrician
Masters Heat And AC
01.2014 - Current
- Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Performed comprehensive preventative maintenance on various types of HVAC equipment, prolonging their lifespan.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Ran electrical projects from inception to completion, including commercial wiring and troubleshooting. Also residential wiring projects with complete interaction with clients to address changes and issues with project.
- Installing conduit, fittings, and supports per NEC, NFPA, insuring work was performed in a neat and workmanlike manner.
Service Technician
Beasley Enterprises
01.2008 - 03.2013
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Serviced and repaired different types of heating and ac systems, including fuel oil, Lp gas, and natural gas systems, and electric air to air systems.
- Serviced cooking equipment and refrigeration units to ensure proper working conditions.
Service Technician
Chowan University
05.2003 - 03.2007
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Repaired plumbing systems, valve body's, piping and fittings, as well as maintained facilities infrastructure, ie, water systems and electrical systems.
- Saved University thousands of dollars by installing campus wide wireless wifi system, running conduit and category 5 cable throughout campus and landed to servers
Refrigeration Technician
Perdue Farms, Inc.
12.1992 - 04.2003
- Performed predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Maintained boiler and hot water systems
- Replaced bearing, pump seals, and packing.
- Rebuilt a multitude of pumps, including Cornell, Durco, Bell & Gossett, Gould, and Baldor
- Completed tasks assigned by management.
Electrician
Various Electrical Contractors
06.1986 - 11.1992
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through consistent professionalism, reliability, and transparency during projects.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople seamlessly during large-scale installations or renovations to ensure smooth project progressions.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Education
HVAC
Roanoke Chowan Community College
Ahoskie, NCAmmonia Program
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KSProgrammable Logic Controls
Martin Community College
Williamston, NCDiploma - Electrical Theory
National Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee
Boston, MA06.1990
Electrical Theory
Northeast Institute of Industrial Technology
Boston, MA06.1985
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Cooling tower operation
- Motor Alignment
- Electrical Wiring
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Compressor Overhaul
- Temperature Control
- Oil management
- Condenser Maintenance
- Refrigeration Equipment Maintenance
- Ammonia Leak Detection
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mechanical skills
- Safety awareness
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Electrical knowledge
- Team Player
Certification
Ammonia Refrigeration RETA Certification
Type 1 & 2 CFC Certification
North Carolina Electrical Contractor License
Massachusetts Electrical Contractor License
Massachusetts Master Electrical License
Timeline
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Perdue Farms, Inc.
10.2016 - Current
HVAC Technician/Electrician
Masters Heat And AC
01.2014 - Current
Service Technician
Beasley Enterprises
01.2008 - 03.2013
Service Technician
Chowan University
05.2003 - 03.2007
Refrigeration Technician
Perdue Farms, Inc.
12.1992 - 04.2003
Electrician
Various Electrical Contractors
06.1986 - 11.1992
HVAC
Roanoke Chowan Community College
Ammonia Program
Garden City Community College
Programmable Logic Controls
Martin Community College
Diploma - Electrical Theory
National Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee
Electrical Theory
Northeast Institute of Industrial Technology
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