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Abraham Zarate

Houston,TX

Summary

HVAC Service Technician with 3 years experience in heating, air conditioning and refrigerant systems, as well as 4 years in piping and installs. I consider myself ambitious with a strong background in piping and HVAC repair and maintenance. Successful at assessing and understanding problems and developing proactive, successful solutions to meet customer needs and maximize system performance. Positive, upbeat and committed to a continuous professional development.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

HVAC Technician

Cook Mechanical
Houston, TX
07.2022 - Current
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for repair.
  • Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
  • Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
  • Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding installation or service issues in a timely manner.
  • Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
  • Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.

Apprentice Technician

Comfort Systems USA South Central
Houston, TX
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Repaired malfunctioning equipment by replacing defective parts or swapping out major components.
  • Ran communication and thermostat wiring for equipment.
  • Learned how to troubleshoot equipment as well as how to work on systems.
  • Did the commissioning for systems.
  • Preventative Maintenance work.
  • Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding installation or service issues in a timely manner.
  • Calibrated thermostats, tested capacitors and checked refrigerant levels for proper functioning of the system.
  • Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Comfort Systems USA South Central
Houston, TX
09.2017 - 05.2021
  • Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
  • Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
  • Brazed or Soldered copper piping.
  • Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
  • Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
  • Used valve keys and wrenches to turn valves and shut off water from pipe sections.
  • Installed condensate lines, gas piping, venting systems for water heating appliances, exhaust fans.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management

San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX

Skills

  • Certified HVAC Technician
  • Piping and Brazing experience
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Basic math aptitude
  • AC System Repairs
  • Quality production
  • Drainage systems repair
  • Conflict resolution

Timeline

HVAC Technician

Cook Mechanical
07.2022 - Current

Apprentice Technician

Comfort Systems USA South Central
06.2021 - 07.2022

Pipefitter Journeyman

Comfort Systems USA South Central
09.2017 - 05.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management

San Jacinto College District
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