Kristopher Bural
Seattle,WA
Summary
Hardworking refrigeration mechanic bringing more than 25 years of experience in diagnosing faults and completing repairs on all types of equipment in both residential/ commercial HVAC and commercial food service equipment. Carried out professional installation work and repair to commercial and residential HVAC and air handling units. Trained in working at heights and in OSHA safety procedures including Lock Out-Tag Out.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC-R Mechanic
Abba Htg. & Air Conditioning
10.1992 - 02.2020
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
Refrigeration Technician
B.C. Fisheries
04.2017 - 07.2019
- Performed predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
- Interpreted engineering blueprints and drawings to execute system diagnostics and repair.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive routine maintenance checks and timely replacement of worn components.
- Updated refrigeration systems, modifying HVAC components and refurbishing chiller plants and panels.
- Managed complex projects and maintained reputation for completing work on-time and under-budget.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Supervised and instructed assistants.
HVAC Installer
Rogue Valley Heating And Air Conditioning
04.2008 - 10.2011
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace during installations and repairs, demonstrating respect for clients'' properties and minimizing disruptions.
- Located and marked pipe positions, hole passages and duct connections in walls and floors.
Maintenance Technician
Riverpoint Farms
09.2004 - 03.2008
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Refrigeration maintenance/ repairs
Refrigeration Operator
E.C. Phillips And Son
03.2000 - 06.2004
Skills
- EPA Certification
- Cooling systems maintenance
- Thermostat Installation
- Equipment Replacement
- Gas Furnaces
- System Troubleshooting
- Ductwork Fabrication
- Electrical Wiring
- System Maintenance
- OSHA Compliance
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Chiller systems
- Boiler Systems
- System Retrofitting
- Hydraulic / pneumatic repair troubleshooting
- Electrical repair and troubleshooting
- Heavy equipment/forklift repair
- Conveyor service
- Build/service/repair food processing equipment
Timeline
Refrigeration Technician
B.C. Fisheries
04.2017 - 07.2019
HVAC Installer
Rogue Valley Heating And Air Conditioning
04.2008 - 10.2011
Maintenance Technician
Riverpoint Farms
09.2004 - 03.2008
Refrigeration Operator
E.C. Phillips And Son
03.2000 - 06.2004
HVAC-R Mechanic
Abba Htg. & Air Conditioning
10.1992 - 02.2020
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