Alexander Bales
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dynamic HVAC-R Service Technician with extensive experience at Ontario Refrigeration, excelling in system diagnostics and proactive maintenance. Skilled in troubleshooting and installation, I foster strong client relationships, enhancing retention. Adept at managing multiple projects, I leverage my EPA certification, wide range of multiple trade knowledge and leadership abilities to drive efficiency and ensure optimal system performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commerical/Industrial HVAC-R Service Technician
Ontario Refrigeration
05.2019 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired HVAC-R systems to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on refrigeration units, identifying potential issues proactively.
- Led training sessions for junior technicians on safety protocols and technical procedures.
- Developed detailed service reports, documenting findings and recommendations for clients' HVAC needs.
- Proactively identified potential future issues during service calls, advising clients on steps to mitigate risks.
- Increased client retention by establishing strong professional relationships and addressing their concerns promptly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements, staying informed on new technologies and best practices for servicing various types of equipment.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Residential HVAC Technician
Synergy Companies
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Diagnosed and repaired HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Installed HVAC equipment in residential and commercial settings, adhering to safety codes and standards.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
Dock Crew Lead
Action Expediting
09.2013 - 03.2017
- Supervised dock operations, ensuring efficient loading and unloading of shipments.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Coordinated communication between dock staff and warehouse management to streamline operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School
Riverside, CA05-2013
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Riverside City College
Riverside, CASkills
- EPA certification
- HVAC system troubleshooting
- Schematic reading
- Air conditioning
- Ventilation systems
- Heating systems
- Equipment installation
- Control wiring
- Leak testing
- Sales proposals
- Piping systems
- Blueprints and specifications
- Load calculations
- Welding techniques
- Refrigeration system evacuation
- Cooling towers / Fluid coolers / Evaporative coolers
- Variable frequency drives
- Pumps
- Water source heat pumps
- VRF and VRV's
- Open drive compressors
- Screw Compressors
- Semi-hermetic compressors
- Chiller systems
- Boiler systems
- Refrigeration systems (small, medium and large refrigeration)
- Box-car packaged systems
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Controls
Certification
- Certified Daikin VRV Service, Commissioning and Installlation; via Daikin University. 2023
- Certified Carbon Monoxide and Combustion Analyst; via National Comfort Institute, Inc. 2024
- Danfoss Variable Frequency Drives Certificate; via Norman S. Wright. 2023
- Hydrocarbon Refrigerants Certificate; via RSES. 2020
- Commercial Cooling Towers Certificate of Course Completion; via IHACI. 2020
- AC / HP Refrigeration Certificate of Course Completion; via IHACI. 2020
- Commerical Refrigeration Certificate of Course Completion; via HVACRedu. 2019
Timeline
Commerical/Industrial HVAC-R Service Technician
Ontario Refrigeration
05.2019 - Current
Residential HVAC Technician
Synergy Companies
03.2017 - 05.2019
Dock Crew Lead
Action Expediting
09.2013 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Riverside City College