William Cowart
Bonaire,GA
Summary
Dedicated and meticulous Refrigeration Technician with 26 years' experience performing detailed repair work while prioritizing and completing multiple tasks to achieve project goals. Flexible and focused team player with expertise in time management, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and equipment operations. Dependable refrigeration technician bringing top-notch customer relations, planning and mechanical repair skills gained during 26 years in business. Competent in independently organizing installation and repair plans. Expert in servicing all systems. Knowledgeable Refrigeration Technician experienced with different equipment and systems. Proficient in maintenance, repair and installations. Ready to bring 26 years in the field to a challenging new role. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Ammonia Refrigeration Superintendent
Perdue Foods
Perry, GA
05.2022 - Current
- Performed predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
- Maintained safety standards by using appropriate protective gear and adhering to best practices.
- Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
- Maintained and fixed electrical and pneumatic controls
- Repaired or replaced defective equipment, components or wiring.
- Used technical skills, tools and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Kept accurate records of work activities, time, materials, and faults on work orders.
- Used pressure gauges and soap-and-water solution to test connections for leaks.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and replaced with new components or refurbished pieces to return full functionality.
- Performed routine maintenance on diverse systems.
- Supervised and instructed 16 employees.
- Used electrical testing equipment to assess electrical circuits and components for continuity.
- Tested electrical circuits or components for continuity using electrical test equipment.
- Optimized performance by balancing systems and calibrating controls.
- Discussed heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems, verify repairs or correct malfunctions.
- Selected correct motors, thermostats and other components to replace defective parts.
- Kept selection of supplies on hand to handle common requirements efficiently.
- Recorded and reported time, deficiencies or other unusual occurrences on work orders.
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Pilgrims Pride JBS
Athens, GA
03.2015 - 05.2022
- Performed predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
- Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
- Maintained and fixed electrical and pneumatic controls, HVAC systems
- Repaired or replaced defective equipment, components or wiring.
- Used technical skills, tools and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Kept accurate records of work activities, time, materials, and faults on work orders.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Used pressure gauges and soap-and-water solution to test connections for leaks.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and replaced with new components or refurbished pieces to return full functionality.
- Supervised and instructed 3 assistants.
- Used electrical testing equipment to assess electrical circuits and components for continuity.
- Tested electrical circuits or components for continuity using electrical test equipment.
- Selected correct motors, thermostats and other components to replace defective parts.
- Recorded and reported time, deficiencies or other unusual occurrences on work orders.
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Pilgrims Pride JBS
Elberton, GA
11.2001 - 04.2015
- Performed predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
- Conducted diagnostic tests and read results.
- Located and repaired leaks on individual units and large systems
- Maintained safety standards by using appropriate protective gear and adhering to best practices.
- Interpreted engineering blueprints and drawings to execute system diagnostics and repair.
- Used technical skills, tools and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Kept accurate records of work activities, time, materials, and faults on work orders.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Used pressure gauges and soap-and-water solution to test connections for leaks.
- Maintained and fixed electrical and pneumatic controls, HVAC systems
Education
Ammonia Operator 1 - Ammonia Refrigeration
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA04.1998
Ammonia Operator 2 - Ammonia Refrigeration
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA06.2000
Ammonia Operator 3 - Ammonia Refrigeration
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA06.2018
Certificate - Troubleshooting And Repair of Frick Compressor
Frick Compressor School
Waynesboro, PA05.1997
GED -
Oglethorpe County High School
Lexington, GA06.1987
Skills
- Refrigeration Maintenance
- Safety Awareness
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Knowledge
- Equipment Safety
- Technical Assistance
- Technical Manual Interpretation
- Electrical and Pneumatic Controls
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Industrial Refrigeration Systems
- Relief Valves
- Team Player
Timeline
Ammonia Refrigeration Superintendent
Perdue Foods
05.2022 - Current
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Pilgrims Pride JBS
03.2015 - 05.2022
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician
Pilgrims Pride JBS
11.2001 - 04.2015
Ammonia Operator 1 - Ammonia Refrigeration
Lanier Technical College
Ammonia Operator 2 - Ammonia Refrigeration
Lanier Technical College
Ammonia Operator 3 - Ammonia Refrigeration
Lanier Technical College
Certificate - Troubleshooting And Repair of Frick Compressor
Frick Compressor School
GED -
Oglethorpe County High School