Chad Kramer

Oversee daily work flow of service technicians and outside contractors to ensure work orders are addressed and completed within expected time frame. Work with internal procurement and outside vendors to expedite critical components. Regularly visit supermarkets in NEPA, NJ, and NY to look over equipment, assist technicians with projects, and address concerns beyond technicians capabilities. Budget, plan, and coordinate capital projects for equipment upgrades. Work with construction and engineering departments to oversee new store and remodel projects, ensuring contractor compliance with refrigeration and HVAC installations specifications. Ensure technicians work safely, efficiently, and comply with policies. Mentored many technicians over the years

Completed emergency repairs to refrigeration and HVAC equipment for 8 stores in Central PA. Performed preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure reliable operation to keep food and buildings at proper temperature, humidity, and positive air balance. Calibrate transducers and sensors for optimum performance and efficiency of all equipment. Trained new service technicians. Maintained a low refrigerant leak rate compared to company average. Restocked critical components in the service van regularly.

Completed HVAC/R service calls and start-ups for a variety of customers in the restaurant, large commercial buildings, manufacturing and production facilities in Central PA. Installed building controls and wiring for large projects.

Completed repairs to refrigeration and HVAC equipment for 8 supermarkets in southeast PA. Performed preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure reliable operation to keep food and buildings at proper temperature, humidity, and positive air balance. Calibrate transducers and sensors for optimum performance and efficiency of all equipment. Replace lighting ballasts and air filters as needed. Respond to after hour emergency calls to prevent food spoilage due to refrigeration breakdowns.