Bret Elwood
Richmond
Summary
HVAC Service Technician with 15 years experience in heating, air conditioning, and refrigerant systems, as well as electrical and mechanical controls. Organized motivated and focused on delivering quality work and exceptional customer service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAV-R Specialist
Advanced Heating & Air
Logan, UT
10.2025 - Current
- Start-up and commissioning on newly installed commercial Equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on commercial and residential heating and cooling units.
- Led preventive maintenance programs that increased equipment lifespan and reduced downtime.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Routinely calibrated thermostats for accurate temperature control settings that maintained comfortable environments in clients' properties.
Equipment System Specialist
Intermountain Healthcare
Logan, UT
08.2018 - 10.2025
- Dismantled, troubleshot, repaired and reassembled systems and components to maintain functionality.
- Installed, calibrated, tested, configured and maintained HVAC instrumentation and control systems.
- Prepared purchase requisitions and coordinated purchasing for equipment, components and tools.
- Performed scheduled installation and replacement of control systems and equipment.
- Supervised project contractors in installation and wiring of control systems to monitor accuracy and completeness.
- Preserved energy and increased system reliability by adjusting equipment cycles.
- Analyzed electronics system requirements, capacity and cost to determine project feasibility.
- Handled trouble calls on equipment and facilities.
- Analyzed, modified and repaired digital control systems.
- Serviced electrical, pneumatic, mechanical and microprocessor controls.
- Examined and repaired variable frequency drives.
- Installed, maintained and repaired commercial refrigeration systems.
Hvac II
Intermountain Healthcare
Logan, UT
11.2012 - 08.2018
- Used troubleshooting methods on HVAC components to diagnose and repair heat pumps, chillers, geothermal, furnaces, RTUs and all manners of air conditioning equipment.
- Serviced and maintained hospital heating and air conditioning.
- Conferred with employ's and patients to isolate and identify malfunctions, conducting speedy repairs to restore full functionality.
- Used troubleshooting tools and techniques to assess heating and air conditioning systems and repair malfunctioning parts.
- Installed air conditioning equipment, including compressors, pumps, coils, meters and piping.
- Responded quickly to emergency repair situations by phone or email within a short time frame.
- Promptly responded to complaints about temperature problems during massive heatwave and conducted assessments to determine causes and target solutions.
- Assessed efficiency of HVAC and refrigeration systems and provided feedback to proper chain of command.
- Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
- Installed, maintained and repaired commercial refrigeration systems.
- Examined and repaired variable frequency drives.
- Serviced electrical, pneumatic, mechanical and microprocessor controls.
- Tested all electromechanical systems on campus equipment.
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems ice machines and refrigeration equipment.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and procedures, promoting a culture of workplace safety awareness.
- Assisted with all other facility related responsibilities.
- Assisted in snow removal during winter months to ensure safe access to properties for both pedestrians and vehicles.
HVAC-R Technician
Advanced Heating & Air
Logan, UT
01.2006 - 11.2012
- Installed, maintained and repaired commercial refrigeration systems.
- Completed preventative maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Assessed efficiency of HVAC and refrigeration systems and provided feedback to customers.
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
- Recycled and charged refrigerants.
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
- Used troubleshooting methods on HVAC components to diagnose and repair heat pumps, fireplace, geothermal, furnaces and air conditioning equipment.
- Inspected electrical circuits and components, employing test equipment to verify continuity and trace faults.
- Installed air conditioning equipment, including compressors, pumps, meters and piping.
- Tested equipment following each install to determine efficiency and proper functionality.
- Observed strict safety measures when working with equipment and chemicals to minimize accidents.
Building Maintenance Technician
Sports Academy
Logan, UT
02.2001 - 01.2006
- Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
- Cleaned and maintained machinery and equipment safely.
- Responded to emergency issues quickly to maintain smooth business operations.
- Painted walls, ceilings, trim and doors and replaced fixtures to update building appearance.
- Inspected and maintained facilities to maximize cleanliness and support upkeep targets.
- Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used electrical drawings to troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical and other systems.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace area to meet OSHA standards.
Education
GED -
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
Logan, UT01-1997
Certificate -
Johnson Controls
Salt Lake City, UT2019
Certificate -
Johnson Controls
Salt Lake City, UT2019
Certificate -
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
Logan, UT2007
Skills
- Repairs and troubleshooting
- Preventative maintenance
- Ventilation and air conditioning
- Pumps, fans and cooling towers
- Piping and brazing
- In-depth knowledge of refrigeration systems
- Boiler operation and maintenance
- Leak checks
- Chillers
- RTUs
- VAVs
- VFDs knowledge
- Central plant background
- Self-motivated
- Excellent problem solver
- Dedicated team player
- Adaptable
- Quality-focused
Timeline
HVAV-R Specialist
Advanced Heating & Air
10.2025 - Current
Equipment System Specialist
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2018 - 10.2025
Hvac II
Intermountain Healthcare
11.2012 - 08.2018
HVAC-R Technician
Advanced Heating & Air
01.2006 - 11.2012
Building Maintenance Technician
Sports Academy
02.2001 - 01.2006
Certificate -
Johnson Controls
Certificate -
Johnson Controls
Certificate -
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
GED -
Bridgerland Applied Technology College