Matthew Stanek
West Salem,WI
Summary
Skilled Building Maintenance Technician with comprehensive background in handling routine and complex facility repairs, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems and cosmetic maintenance. Possess strong problem-solving skills and hands-on experience in maintaining building systems to ensure optimal operations. Demonstrated ability in managing preventive maintenance schedules and coordinating necessary repairs in a timely manner. Display ability to work independently or as part of a team while keeping high standards of workmanship.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Signal Maintainer
Union Pacific Railroad Co
Milwaukee, WI
08.2022 - Current
- Resolved operational issues with signaling systems by troubleshooting and repairing defective components.
- Performed preventive maintenance on various types of railroad signals systems to ensure proper operation.
- Maintained records of all repairs and inspections conducted on signal systems according to established guidelines.
- Assisted in the maintenance and repair of signal equipment, including track circuits, switches, signals, and interlockings.
- Repaired damaged cables, wires, relays, control panels, and other related components of the railway signaling system.
- Inspected, diagnosed and troubleshot crossing electronic equipment, devices and structures and determined appropriate repairs for remediation.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls involving railway signaling system malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Used circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to complete work accurately.
Maintenance Technician
Union Pacific Railroad Co
Crystal Lake, IL
03.2012 - 08.2022
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Ensured proper functioning of facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Installed equipment to improve energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
HVAC Journeyman
Beebe Heating & Air Conditioning
Elgin, IL
05.2002 - 03.2012
- Performed installation of residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork.
- Used troubleshooting methods on HVAC components to diagnose and repair heat pumps, fireplace, geothermal, furnaces and air conditioning equipment.
- Collaborated with contractor representatives, supervisors, co-workers and sub-contractors on job sites to streamline operations.
- Interpreted construction drawings and cut sheets in field.
- Serviced units to residential and commercial heating and air conditioning customers.
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
- Monitored and adjusted building automation systems to improve HVAC system performance and efficiency.
- Assisted in the selection and sizing of HVAC equipment for new installations, based on detailed load calculations.
- Managed inventory of HVAC parts and supplies, ensuring availability of necessary components for repairs and installations.
- Updated and maintained service records and documentation for all HVAC maintenance and repair activities.
Education
Signal Training - Electrical Engineering
Lone Star College
Houston, TX07-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, ILSkills
- Electrical testing
- Low-voltage systems
- Switchgear maintenance
- Power distribution
- Grounding systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Schematic reading
- Electrical safety
- Circuit analysis
- Ventilation and air conditioning
- Heating systems
- Equipment installation
- Preventative maintenance
- Licensed refrigeration technician
- Gas piping knowledge
- HVAC system design
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Plumbing repairs
- Sheet metal work
- Blueprint reading
Affiliations
- Husband and Father of two, who loves the outdoors from Skiing to Fishing.
Certification
- Universal Refrigerant License
- Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker
- Certified Welder
- Class B CDL, air brakes, tanker
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Signal Maintainer
Union Pacific Railroad Co
08.2022 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Union Pacific Railroad Co
03.2012 - 08.2022
HVAC Journeyman
Beebe Heating & Air Conditioning
05.2002 - 03.2012
- Universal Refrigerant License
- Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker
- Certified Welder
- Class B CDL, air brakes, tanker
Signal Training - Electrical Engineering
Lone Star College
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
McHenry County College
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