Matthew Gerbec
Lake City,FL
Summary
Reliable Maintenance Tech and Ammonia operator with 10 years of experience. I'm hardworking and dedicated with great work ethic and leadership skills. Commended for promoting workplace safety and implementing improved safety training protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Refrigeration Technician
SYSCO Food Services
Alachua, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Calibrated instruments used to measure pressure, temperature, flow rate and other variables in the system.
- Cleaned condenser coils regularly to improve energy efficiency of the system.
- Interpreted schematics and diagrams to determine the most efficient repair solutions.
- Maintained records of all repairs, inspections, and tests performed.
- Conducted safety checks on all equipment and reported any issues to management immediately.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts in refrigeration systems such as motors, compressors, condensers, evaporators and valves.
- Performed routine checks on the functioning of cooling systems at regular intervals.
- Performed preventive maintenance on refrigeration systems, including lubricating parts and cleaning coils.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Monitored levels of ammonia in the system to ensure safe operations.
- Worked closely with outside contractors during installation or repair projects.
- Observed safe work practices and conducted safety inspections to reduce workplace accidents.
Facilities Maintenance Technician
SYSCO Food Services
Alachua, FL
11.2017 - 01.2024
- Recorded facilities work in official logs and meticulously tracked and followed recommended maintenance schedules to keep company operating smoothly and meeting customer needs.
- Rebuilt machinery per manufacturers' designs and retrofitted and upgraded machinery per in-house design to improve equipment reliability or performance and optimize production.
- Trained company teams to recognize and report serious or dangerous mechanical and electrical problems immediately and to perform basic maintenance without need for mechanic.
- Responded to emergency issues quickly to maintain smooth business operations.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed building equipment and systems to find root causes.
- Performed repairs on equipment to maintain optimal production levels.
- Diagnosed electrical problems and installed and rewired electrical components.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Disassembled broken or defective equipment to facilitate repair.
- Held or supplied tools, parts and supplies for other workers.
- Safeguarded equipment and components against defect and corrosion by applying protective materials.
- Performed ventilation and entry operations to secure hazardous environment.
- Protected emergency response forces, responding to calls and hazardous material incidents.
- Inspected commercial and public buildings to comply with fire codes and inspection standards.
Forklift Driver
SYSCO Food Services
Alachua, FL
07.2015 - 11.2017
- Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Picked orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Moved levers and controls that operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport and stack material
- Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
Unloader
SYSCO Food Services
Alachua, FL
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Unloaded parcels from truck with care to avoid damage.
- Operated forklifts, lift gates and pallet jacks with focus on safety and efficiency.
- Adhered to workplace safety standards and OSHA regulations.
- Assisted in navigating large loads to assigned areas.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
Battery Technician
SYSCO Food Services
Alachua, FL
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Used hand and power tools to work safely with different types of batteries.
- Emptied steel battery cases and fed cases to forklift or conveyor.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Replaced defective parts on all forklifts with new or reconditioned parts from stock inventory.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all forklifts including changing oil, lubricating moving parts, checking tire pressure.
Sanitation Worker
SYSCO Food Services
Alachua, FL
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities.
- Sanitized floors and walls to protect workers.
- Handled cleaning and sanitation chemicals by following safety precautions.
- Picked up items around carts by shoveling, lifting and loading loose garbage, debris and bulk refuse.
- Operated and used heavy equipment for cleaning machinery and production rooms.
- Maintained machines, gauges, controls and components by monitoring and adjusting to meet specific production conditions.
Education
Ammonia Operator Levels 1,2,&3
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA04-2024
GED -
Fort White High School
Fort White01.2008
Skills
- Equipment Repair
- Fire and Safety Guidance
- Documentation of Events
- Technology Monitoring Tools
- Problem Resolution
- Maintenance & Repair
- PPE Use
- Active Listening
- Good Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Planning & Organizing
Certification
- Certified Ammonia Operator, Sysco Foods - 6 years
- Certified Incident Commander, Sysco - 3 years
- Certified Hazwoper, Sysco - 3 years
Timeline
Lead Refrigeration Technician
SYSCO Food Services
01.2024 - Current
Facilities Maintenance Technician
SYSCO Food Services
11.2017 - 01.2024
Forklift Driver
SYSCO Food Services
07.2015 - 11.2017
Unloader
SYSCO Food Services
06.2013 - 07.2015
Battery Technician
SYSCO Food Services
01.2010 - 06.2013
Sanitation Worker
SYSCO Food Services
01.2008 - 01.2010
Ammonia Operator Levels 1,2,&3
Lanier Technical College
GED -
Fort White High School