Duane Buhl

Duane Buhl
Mechanical Engineer – Pool Maintenance
Fridley, MN
uluvpets@yahoo.com – 7632183260
A position as a mechanical maintenance engineer utilizing my skills and qualifications in the areas of pneumatic
temperature control and refrigeration. Hard working Maintenance Engineer who excels in maintenance
troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. Highlights
Certified Maintenance Technician Knowledgeable in all safety protocol Electrical repair OSHA regulations
HVAC systems Mechanically-inclined Hazmat knowledge Certified Air Conditioning Electrical technician
Maintained swimming pool systems.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
WORK EXPERIENCE
Mechanical Engineer
740 Building – Saint Paul, MN – May 2015 to Present
MN
Install appliances in apartments
Refurbish Apartments for turn
Pool Maintenance
HVAC
Electrical
Plumbing
Basic maintenance
Master Mechanic
H B Fuller – Saint Paul, MN – October 2014 to February 2015
HVAC Systems
Repairing Mechanical Equipment for glue Manufacturer
Electric
Plumbing
Inspected and tested machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
Troubleshooted equipment by running electrical and electronic testing devices.
Basic Maintenance
Master Engineer
Timeshare Systems – Minneapolis, MN – April 2014 to September 2014
Perform electrical, HVAC, Controls, EMS, Chillers, Boilers, Generators, and to oversee work of any contractors
and tenant in the 1010 building
Routinely checked fluid levels and replaced filters
Inspected and tested machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
Notified managers of major repairs or additions needed.
Maintained restroom facilities such as snaking drains and replacing urinals.
Completed routine preventative maintenance.
Recorded the type and cost of maintenance and repair work.
Plant Superintendent
Totino-Grace High School – Fridley, MN – January 1995 to February 2014
Representative Responsibilities of this position: Oversee all campus facilities and grounds.
Maintain safe campus busses and vehicles with inspections and daily preventive maintenance.
Responsible for hiring and supervision of all grounds, custodial and maintenance staff.
In collaboration with the CFO, prepare an annual budget for the plant and grounds with the groundskeepers
to be submitted to the president, and monitor all reeves and expenditures to
see that they fall within the approved budget.
Work with HVAC, EMS, Boilers, Generators.
Mental Demands Exhibit competence in and knowledge of job responsibilities Worth together and maintain a
collegiate atmosphere with others.
Be knowledgeable and supportive of the Catholic faith and witness this to the community
Communicate effectively with parents, staff, administrators, and students.
Keep supervisor and others appropriately informed.
Show integrity and honesty in all situations.
Have the ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines Follow.
Inspected and tested machinery to diagnose malfunctions Recorded the type and cost of maintenance and
repair work.
Conducted preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
Assembled wiring, electrical and electronic components.
Chief Engineer
Golden Valley Country Club – Golden Valley, MN – January 1989 to January 1995
Hire and supervise maintenance staff to ensure company policies and procedures are met, along with State
regulations.
Maintain and inspect all equipment on a scheduled basis.
Maintain low pressure steam system: 60 horse power.
Analyze, troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems; structure, heating, air conditioning,
plumbing, pool mechanical equipment.
Manage the maintenance budget; purchase and inventory all required items.
Perform cosmetic upgrades to the Clubhouse weekly to ensure consistent upkeep.
Maintained swimming pool systems.
Maintenance and Building Supervisor
Columbia Management – Minneapolis, MN – January 1985 to January 1989
Perform all maintenance duties at three complexes.
Maintain all boiler and plumbing work, mastering all locks, all electrical repairs, sewer repairs.
Supervise other maintenance staff, prioritized work orders and gave work direction.
EDUCATION
Electrical and Mechanical
Hennepin Technical Institute – Minneapolis, MN
1982
Oceanography
Humboldt State University – Arcata, CA
1982
Associate of Science in Oceanography
College of the redwoods – Eureka, MN
1979
SKILLS
Skills Boilers, budget, direction, hiring, HVAC, inspect, inventory, Laundry, machinery, Mechanical,
plumbing, policies, repairs, safety, supervisor, supervision, Technician, troubleshoot, type, upgrades,
Welding, wiring (10+ years)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Minnesota First Class, Grade C Boiler’s license #58765
Refrigeration-Universal […] Certified Pool/Spa Operators Certificate […]