Christopher Johnson Email & Phone Number

1815 N. University St. Peoria, Il 61604

As a Project Manager at a leading scientific research laboratory, I oversee the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contract and manage various construction projects at the facility. My role involves ensuring the smooth operation of facility systems, coordinating with stakeholders, and leading a team of skilled professionals. I’m responsible for managing budgets, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and maintaining safety standards. I act as the primary liaison between the client, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within scope, and according to budget. My work supports the upkeep and enhancement of a critical research facility that plays a key role in agricultural utilization research.

Peoria, Illinois, United States

Peoria, Illinois, United States

Peoria, Illinois, United States

• Prepares scope of work and required parts quotes for technically complex HVAC/R repairs.• Coordinates with local and national maintenance parts distributors to find low-priced high-quality parts and supplies.• Discovers HVAC/R system design issues and reports issue and possible solutions to facility's engineer.• Monitor's building environmental conditions.• Troubleshoots complex building automation computer software code issues.• Conducts code compliant maintenance service on building HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.• Keeps accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.• Fills out detailed work orders for each job completed to satisfy government contract requirements.• Records and maintains accurate tabular data of HVAC/R equipment containing Ozone Depleting refrigerants removed from facility.• Reviews work of external and internal HVAC contractors to guarantee consistency with quality and safety standards.• Interprets 100s of blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair facilitymechanical systems.

East Peoria, Illinois, United States

• Drafted system and equipment designs using CAD software (Wrightsoft).• Designed ASHRAE code compliant HVAC systems, and specified components for successful installation and operation.• Reviewed designs and counseled clients on courses of action to remedy issues while staying under-budget and sticking to timelines.• Educated clients on more energy-efficient solutions for outdated systems and excelled in building positive customer relationships.• Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for new construction mechanical system projects.• Surveyed potential project sites before design, checking for space restrictions, mechanical feasibility, and manufacturers guidelines.• Interacted with 100s of potential clients in one year's time and directly affected company's increased growth in 2016.

Fort Hood, Texas, United States

• Awarded the Purple Heart (1), Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Army Commendation Medals(2)• Led fire team during infantry dismounted combat in Iraq.• Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors on daily basis after mission completion.• Led team training exercises on emergency situation preparedness and in tactical planning, equipment maintenance, and weapons use.• Trained over 100 multinational partners, contractors, Iraqi military, and Iraqi police officers on Army marksmanshipfundamentals and combat movement techniques.• Led team of soldiers in humanitarian aid efforts for Iraqi citizens that where displaced due to heavy combat in our area of operation.• Socialized with Iraq civilian leaders in combat area of operations to build personal strong trusting relationships.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Hvac Engineering Technology & Energy Management, Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Science in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) Engineering Technology and Energy Management.

Associate Of Applied Science - Aas, Hvac/R Technology

Activities and Societies: Skills USAThe Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC/R) program trains.