With over two decades at Arctic Air Heating & Cooling Corporation, I've honed my expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems, alongside a profound ability to troubleshoot and ensure customer satisfaction. My dedication to safety and quality, coupled with my certified technician skills, has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and client trust.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead HVAC Technician | Lead HVAC Installer | Sales
Arctic Air Heating & Cooling Corporation
Gladstone, Missouri
01.1999 - Current
Excellent communication skills necessary for interacting with clients and addressing their concerns.
Observed pressure and vacuum gauges, adjusting controls for proper operation.
Proficient in repairing or replacing defective components within an HVAC system.
Ability to identify potential problems before they arise through regular inspections.
Skilled in reading blueprints and diagrams for installation purposes.
Able to work with sheet metal fabrication and ductwork installation.
Knowledgeable of local codes related to HVAC installations and repairs.
Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and other specialized equipment.
Experienced in installing residential and commercial HVAC systems.
Capable of interpreting customer needs regarding comfort levels and heating and cooling requirements.
Adept at performing preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
Installed air and water filters in completed installation.
Accustomed to working under tight deadlines while complying with established quality standards.
Expertise in preparing detailed service reports outlining findings and recommendations for customers' review.
Trained in the use of test instruments such as thermometers and pressure gauges to evaluate system performance.
Read and interpreted electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams and plumbing blueprints.
Competent at servicing gas furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, boilers, humidifiers.
Mounted compressor and condenser units on the platform or floor.
Skilled in providing technical advice on how best to maintain efficient operations of existing systems.
Adept at following safety protocols when handling hazardous materials like refrigerants and combustible fuels.
Able to adhere strictly to industry standards while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Well-versed in operating computerized controls for temperature regulation and thermostat adjustments.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose HVAC systems.
Replaced defective equipment, components, and wiring.
Repaired or serviced heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency, such as by changing filters, cleaning ducts and refilling non-toxic refrigerants.
Studied blueprints, design specifications, or manufacturers' recommendations to ascertain configuration of heating or cooling equipment components and proper installation of components.
Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems and to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.
Tested electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.
Installed, connected, and adjusted thermostats, humidistats, and timers.
Recommended, developed and performed preventive and general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, and changing filters.
Mounted compressor, condenser and other components in specified locations on frames, using hand tools, and acetylene welding equipment.
Repaired defective joints and leaks.
Tested pipes, lines, components and connections for leaks.
Picked up, deliver, and installed materials and supplies needed to maintain equipment in good working condition.
Drilled holes in floors, walls and roof to install equipment, using power saws, and drills.
Installed expansion and control valves, used acetylene torches, and wrenches.
Kept records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
Layed out and connected electrical wiring between controls and equipment, according to wiring diagrams, using electrician's hand tools.
Scheduled work with customers and initiated work orders, house requisitions, and orders from stock.
Measured, cut, threaded, or bent pipe, or tubing, using pipe fitter's tools.
Installed auxiliary components to heating and cooling equipment, such as expansion and discharge valves, air ducts, pipes, blowers, dampers, flues, and stokers.
Recorded and reported time, materials, faults, deficiencies, and other unusual occurrences on work orders.
Installed and repaired air purification systems, such as specialized filters and ultraviolet (UV) light purification systems.
Complied with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, such as safety procedures and maintenance of clean work area.
Performed mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaimed.
Lifted and aligned components into position, using hoist, and block and tackle.
Installed dehumidifiers and related equipment for spaces that required cool, dry air to operate efficiently, such as computer rooms.
Adjusted system controls to settings recommended by manufacturer to balance system.
Installed and repaired self-contained ground source heat pumps and hybrid ground and air source heat pumps to minimize carbon-based energy consumption and reduce carbon emissions.
Layed out reference points for installation of structural and functional components, using measuring instruments.
Education
Associates - Business Management
Maple Woods Community College
Kansas City, Missouri, US
01-2008
High School Diploma - undefined
Park Hill High School
Kansas City, Missouri, US
01-2004
HVAC - HVAC Installation | Service
Platte City Votech
Platte City, Missouri, US
01-2004
Skills
HVAC and Refrigeration Systems
Air Conditioning
System Troubleshooting
HVAC Controls
Electrical Wiring
Certified HVAC Technician
Licensed Refrigeration Technician
Diagnostic Techniques
Soldering
Leak Checks
Control systems
Package and split systems
Technical Troubleshooting
Cooling systems maintenance
EPA Regulations
Piping Systems
Welding Techniques
Valid driver's license
Heating Systems
Focused on safety
Gas Furnaces
Recovering and recycling
Quality-focused
Single compressor systems
Dedicated Team Player
Electrical and pneumatic controls
EPA requirements knowledge
Sheet metal work
Ductwork Fabrication
HVAC change-out procedures expert
Equipment Installation
Customer-focused
Ventilation Systems
Plumbing Repairs
Refrigeration system evacuation
Refrigeration Systems
Warranty Service
Heating principles knowledge
Microsoft Office proficient
Indoor Air Quality
Blueprint Interpretation
Duct Sizing and Design
HVAC system design
Adaptable
Variable Speed Drives
Troubleshooting expertise
Load Calculations
Insulation Materials
Hazardous materials training
In-depth knowledge of refrigeration systems
Defensive driving training
Operation and maintenance expert
Residential customer support
Small business HVAC repair
Excellent problem solver
Controls calibration
Construction site safety training
Installation expert
New system installation
Energy optimization
Analytical thinker
Ventilation and air conditioning
Repairs and troubleshooting
Preventive Maintenance
Attention to Detail
Problem-solving abilities
HVAC installation and maintenance
Filter Replacement
Heavy Lifting
Customer Service
System Testing
Professionalism
Licensed refrigeration technician
Refrigeration systems
Customer focused
Microsoft office proficient
Expert in WordPress website development, including website creation, customization, plugin management, and site maintenance
Advanced knowledge of Shopify eCommerce backend operations, including product management, inventory tracking, order fulfillment, and store optimization
Built and managed professional WordPress websites and Shopify online stores with strong attention to functionality, performance, and user experience
Certification
Universal EPA Certification
Timeline
Lead HVAC Technician | Lead HVAC Installer | Sales