Severin Ruprecht
Rice,MN
Summary
Adept HVAC-R Service Technician with a proven track of enhancing refrigeration system longevity and customer satisfaction through expert repairs and preventive maintenance. Skilled in Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration troubleshooting and EPA-certified, I excel in preventative maintenance and significantly mitigating future system risks. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and dedication to safety compliance. Hardworking maintenance technician bringing more than 20 years of experience in diagnosing faults and completing repairs on refrigeration equipment. Carried out professional service/installation work and repair to commercial/industrial refrigeration and HVAC systems. Safety orientated.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Refrigeration Installer
Rink-Tec International
Little Canada, Mn.
04.1997 - 08.2023
- Installed complete Ice Arena systems at new construction sites.
- Laid out materials and system components in preparation of installation.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
HVAC-R Service Technician
Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration
Sauk Rapids, MN
05.2004 - 04.2026
- Ensured safety compliance with thorough inspections of HVAC-R equipment and systems.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient HVAC-R repair services.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Educated customers on best practices for maintaining their HVAC-R systems, promoting long-lasting functionality.
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
- Proactively identified potential future issues during service calls, advising clients on steps to mitigate risks.
- Provided detailed documentation for each job completed, supporting accurate record-keeping efforts.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
Education
Diploma - HVAC-R
St. Cloud Technical College
St. Cloud MN05-2004
Skills
- Schematic reading
- HVAC-R System Troubleshooting
- System Installation
- System Maintenance
- Piping Systems
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Chiller systems
- Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration Troubleshooting of Single and Multi-Stage Systems
- Ammonia High Pressure, Recirculated Liquid Ammonia, & Controlled Pressure Receiver Systems
- Industrial Single Screw, Twin Screw, & Reciprocating Compressors
- Knowledgeable in Programmable Logic Controllers
- Mechanical Aptitude
Certification
- Journeyman High Pressure Piping License - State of Minnesota License #HJ0514090
- Universal Refrigeration License - Environmental Protection Agency Certificate #2205720
- Journeyman Certificate of Competency - City of St. Paul Mn. License #20220000623
- Refrigeration Certificate of Competency - City of Minneapolis Mn. License #TLIC22868
- Master B Mechanical Installers Certificate - City of St. Cloud Mn. License #BMMC24-0139
- Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I course completion through Ammonia Refrigeration Training Solutions. Certificate #734.38
- Ammonia Refrigeration Operator II course completion through Ammonia Refrigeration Training Solutions. Certificate #742.09
- Course completion of Qualifying Operators and Technicians to Perform Mechanical Integrity Inspection Training From SCS engineers
Timeline
HVAC-R Service Technician
Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration
05.2004 - 04.2026
Refrigeration Installer
Rink-Tec International
04.1997 - 08.2023
Diploma - HVAC-R
St. Cloud Technical College