1. Christian M. Berblinger
1371 Norwood Hills Drive
O’Fallon, MO 63366
(310) 462-8349
OBJECTIVE
Position utilizing extensive training and experience in Boiler Operation, Control Room Operation, and
Maintenance Mechanics, as well as a solid background in Power Plant Operation.
SUMMARY
Resourceful, analytical and detail-driven individual with capabilities in completing multiple projects with
competing deadlines. Aggressive in identifying and resolving inefficient operational processes. Strong
team member, able to motivate crews to achieve optimal production rates while maintaining high safety
methods and practices. Reliable follow-through skills, fulfilling all administrative requirements from field
activities. Clear communicator, both oral and written. Interpersonal skills interface effectively with
coworkers and management . Excel in unpredictable and hectic environments.
• City of St. Louis Class 1 Stationary Engineer licensed.
• Certified and licensed in the State of California as a Unlimited Steam Operator with Turbine
Endorsement. (License # P023685)
• Process Engineer experience includes Power Plant Operator, Control Room Operator,
Maintenance Mechanic and Boiler Operator, and District Heating and Cooling Facilities.
• Graduate of U.S. Naval Class-A Enginemen School with honors.
EXPERIENCE
Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, St. Louis, MO
Utilities Specialist, 2012 – Present
• In depth knowledge and operation of all chemical plant utility systems, including: boilers, thermal
oxidizing units, steam stripping columns, demineralizers, water softeners, chillers, cooling towers, air
compressors, waste water neutralization, and all associated equipment
• Monitored and operated various computer control systems including: Wonderware, Factory Talk,
Metasys, Maximo
• Performed and documented detailed preventive maintenance on all afore mention equipment and
systems
• Operated and adhered to the standards set forth by the FDA, DEA, EPA, OSHA, and St. Louis MSD
• Continually trained on cGMP, Hazcom, plant emergency response, safety and environmental
2. Veolia Energy, Century City, CA
Senior Plant Operator, 2002 - 2012
Plant Operator, 1994 - 2000
• Operated, maintained and repaired stationary engines and mechanical equipment such as: steam
turbines, diesel engine generators, centrifugal chillers, air compressors, motors and pumps, and
superheated boilers
• Ensured surveillances, audits and appraisals were conducted regularly to assess compliance with
applicable procedures, directives, and orders with environmental, safety and health considerations
and maintained an efficient records system
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving
• Monitored production rates, and planned rework processes to improve production
• Tested machinery and equipment to ensure conformance to performance specifications and to
ensure safety
• Outstanding problem solver in high-pressure atmosphere, consistently maintain a professional and
concerned manner
• Specialized in repair and maintenance of stationary engines, mechanical equipment, and diesel
engine generators, air compressors, as well as steam turbines and various centrifugal chillers.
• Adhered to all State and Federal laws
Sunlaw Energy Partners, Vernon, CA
Power Plant Operator, 2000 – 2002
• Operated and controlled machinery of a 56 MW combined cycle generating station in order to
generate electric power, using control boards and semi-automatic equipment
• Successfully operated a state of the art SCOnOX catalyst system
• Maintained and repaired electrical power distribution machinery and equipment
• Examined and tested electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using testing devices
• Specialized in repair and maintenance mechanical equipment, HRSG's, air and gas compressors, as
well as, gas turbine engines, steam turbines and various supporting equipment.
• Monitored control and switchboard gauges to determine electrical power distribution met
specifications
• Adjusted controls on equipment to generate specified electrical power
• Compiled and recorded operational data in log books
United States Navy, Long Beach, CA
Engineman E4, 1990 – 1994
• Served as the in-port engineering central control station operator, the auxiliary machine room
supervisor and was appointed electro-hydraulic steering gear specialist.
• Determined parts supply, maintenance tasks, safety procedures, and service schedule required to
maintain machines and equipment in prescribed condition
• Conducted experiments to test and analyze existing designed and equipment to obtain data on
performance of product, and prepared reports
• Investigated equipment failures and difficulties, diagnosed faulty operation, and made
recommendations to maintenance crew
• Supervised and conducted maintenance on entire auxiliary system, centrifugal chiller systems and
monitored K-17 Allison gas turbine generators
• Leader of the desalinization process for the ship in order to create clean usable water
• Honorably served two tours of duty in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm
3. • Honorable discharge
EDUCATION
United States Navy Class-A Enginemen School, Great Lakes, IL
1990 – 1991, Diploma, 1991
Naval Class-A Enginemen Training
Earned class leader for being rated top of my class in performance
Universal Refrigeration Technician certified
Detroit Diesel V Series Technician certified
Hazelwood Central High School, St. Louis, MO, High School Diploma, 1989