Charles Miley

Responsible, career driven, Industrial Refrigeration & HVAC apprentice proficient in installation and renovation. Passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence. ~3years in Industrial Refrigeration and Two years in HVAC.

Facility Technician III (Industrial Maintenance) at Scotts Manufacturing (2025-03 – Present)

1 year experience with Facility Maintenance/Service and Operations in various industrial equipment and systems.

• Experience with Amada EML2515 AJ
• Experience with Kaiser Compressor
• Experience with Liberty Nitrogen Generator
• Experience with Orion DC Inverter Chiller
• Experience with Ingersoll Rand electric air compressors
• Experience with BelAir Dryers
• Experience with Bekomat water separators and filters
• Experience with Ingersoll Rand UP6 Rotary Screw Air Comps.
• Experience with Donaldson Co. Dust Collector
• Experience with Kemper CleanAirTower/ Air King OX3500C
• Experience with Heavy Equipment (Forklifts, Scissor Lift, Genie Lift, Cherry Picker etc)
• Experience with Miller Welding Machines (leads, mechanical spool motors, gun arc and gauges)
• Installation of Copper Air Lines (propress)
• Oxygen/Acetylene Torch operation
• Grinders operation
• Installation/Run of communication wire (RJ45 connectors)
• Experience with Crystal BTCR35 Floor Scrubber/ CSR53 Floor Sweeper
• Maintain and service industrial forklifts (Toyota, Hangcha, Aisle Master, and Hyster propane and electric), performing inspections, basic repairs, and safety checks to support continuous warehouse and production operations
• Perform electrical conduit runs, fabrication, installation of air lines and field modifications to support equipment installs, lighting upgrades, and facility improvements in an active manufacturing environment
• Use of oxygen/acetylene torch equipment for cutting, heating, and fabrication during repairs and plant projects
• Service and replace industrial and commercial lighting systems, including ballast replacements and fixture maintenance across production and warehouse spaces
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems (HVSL Fans), addressing failures through component replacement, leak repair, system adjustments, and building infrastructure
• Support facility and infrastructure projects including drywall repair, structural patching, door and cabinet repairs, trim work, and equipment assembly
• Execute preventative and corrective maintenance through CMMS, prioritizing work orders based on operational impact and safety requirements
• Maintain shop, warehouse, and yard organization, including dust control, pallet management, and scrap/recycling flow to ensure safe plant operations
• Track maintenance activities, materials, and costs with accurate documentation while adhering to LOTO, site safety policies, and operational procedures

Utilities Engineer (Industrial Refrigeration) at Tropicana Brands Group (2022-12 – 2025-02)

3 years experience with utilities operations and maintenance. Accountable for the monitoring, operation, and upkeep of a building or facility's utility systems, such as HVAC (commercial blast freezers/chillers), plumbing, electrical, water supply, and related equipment. Conduct routine inspections, troubleshoot problems, and perform preventative maintenance to guarantee seamless operation and compliance with safety standards.

• Experience with Ammonia Refrigeration
• Experience with Boilers
• Experience with Ammonia Blow downs/Pump downs
• Experience with Air Compressors
• Experience with Wastewater Treatment
• Experience with Water Filtration
• Experience with Condensers
• Experience with Air Handling Units
• Experience with Chillers/Heat Exchanger Plates
• Recording Equipment description, pressure and temperatures
• Responded to emergency maintenance calls and restored critical systems under tight production deadlines
• Diagnosed equipment malfunctions using programmable controls (PLC), and advanced troubleshooting methods
• Conduct daily inspections of dock doors, dock plates, racking, battery charging stations
• Repaired structural racking, lighting fixtures, and facility support systems as needed
• Conducts weekly tests on Safety equipment, fire extinguishers, eye washes, exits signs etc.
• Managed maintenance work orders, repair logs, parts requisitions, and inventory documentation accurately
• Create and close out Weekly and Monthly PM's/Work Orders via SAP and INFOR
• Knowledge of and experience with computerized maintenance management systems
• Have a good working knowledge of the Process Safety Management program and Risk Management Program
• Knowledge of MS/DOS, Windows, MS Word, Excel and other computer applications
• Study P&ID and SOP's to catch up on Company Equipment, Standards and Policies
• Take an active role in the plant and departmental safety, environmental and PSM programs
• Proficient with LOTO Procedures
• HAZWOPER technician training completion

HVAC Apprentice at SOCAL Sheet Metal (2020-06 – 2022-12)

• Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment
• Join pipes or tubing to equipment and to fuel water, or refrigerant source, to form complete circuit
• Repair or replace defective equipment, components or wiring
• Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and equipment, according to wiring diagrams, using electrician's hand tools
• Inspect and test systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or detect and locate malfunctions
• Cut or dill holes in floors, walls, or roof to install equipment, using power saws or drills
• Assemble, position and mount heating or cooling equipment, following blueprints
• Study blueprints, design specifications, and manufacturers' recommendations to ascertain the configuration of heating or cooling equipment components and to ensure the proper installation of components
• Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe or tubing, using pipe fitter's tools
• Wrap pipes in insulation, securing it in place with cement or wire bands
• Run copper lines and make connections by means of solder or brazing

Diploma in General Education – Pomona High School (2020-05)