Carlos Velez
Haines City,FL
Summary
Dynamic foreman and refurbishing technician with over 21 years of extensive experience in fabricating and installing refrigeration systems, demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence in the industrial sector. Highly trained and proactive, with bilingual capabilities and a solid foundation in leadership, communication, and teamwork. Proven track record of effectively supervising teams while fostering a collaborative work environment. Eager to leverage a successful background in leadership, pipe fitting, and refurbishing to enhance company services and expand market share.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forman
Arcticom Group
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to enforce compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to maintain a harmonious working environment and achieve project goals.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
Forman
D.H.R Refrigeration
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Coordinated with crew members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity on-site.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage, safety measures, and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased efficiency in project execution.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring availability of materials for seamless project continuation.
- Collaborated with management on strategic planning to align workforce capabilities with company objectives.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
Forman
Neelands
11.2021 - 02.2025
- All responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining equipment
- Demonstrates pipe fitting expertise while supervising crew members to complete duties as per set specifications and within deadlines
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Demonstrates communication and leadership skills by making improvements to work, processes and helping to train others
- Set cases, condensers I worked on co2 stores, glycol, an Dx stores I've been doing commercial refrigeration for about 13 years and reskinning and refurbishing for 8 yrs
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Pipefitter
Deem
01.2021 - 11.2021
- PIPED CASES
- CONDENSORS
- BRAZING
- HANGERS
- LAYOUTS OF STORE
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
Lead Man / Forman
Jaco inc.
07.2018 - 01.2021
- Maximized efficiency by disassembling and reassembling refrigeration equipment for cleaning, preventative maintenance and repairs
- Attended employee meetings and training to learn about new techniques, trends and technologies
- Collaborated with contractor representatives, supervisors, co-workers and sub-contractors on job sites to streamline operations
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries
- Disassembled broken and defective equipment to facilitate repairs
- Conducted circuit tests to locate shorts and grounds
- Analyzed schematic drawings, product manuals and troubleshooting guides to diagnose and repair problems
- Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures
- Led retro fit in volves the wiring and changing cases lighting to led in public supermarket
- Has the knowledge to do tank liners
Pipe Fitter
New Berry refrigeration
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job
- Used soldering and welding equipment to assemble [Type] pipes
Lead Pipe Fitter
Excell Refrigeration Inc.
07.2005 - 08.2007
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining
- Oversaw 3 apprentices, answered questions and provided feedback on work
- Used soldering and welding equipment to assemble [Type] pipes
- Observed safe work rules, including fall protection and PPE
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery
Pipefitter/ Refurbishing Forman
Hill Phoenix
06.2000 - 07.2005
- Oversaw 3 apprentices, answered questions and provided feedback on work
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others
Pipe Fitter
oak wood temp control
03.1996 - 06.2000
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining
- Repaired parts by using technical knowledge, special tools and soldering skills
- Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- Uncovered and corrected leaks with individual units and full refrigeration systems
- Fixed faults and reinstalled components such as couplings and valves
Education
GED -
POLK CORRECTIONS
POLK COUNTY06.2017
Skills
- Experienced in case installation processes
- Condenser adjustment expertise
- Effective time management
- Forklift operation
- Scissor lift operation
- LED Retro Fit
- Refurbishing
- Refrigeration equipment
- Repair of Old Mechanical Systems
- Strategic leadership skills
- Preventive maintenance coordination
- Proficient in schematic design
- Construction management
- Experienced with various hand tools
- Pipe welding
- Blueprints and specifications
- Worksite safety
- Welding
- Pipefitting
- Attention to detail
Certification
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 10
- NCCER Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Forman
Arcticom Group
06.2025 - 11.2025
Forman
D.H.R Refrigeration
02.2025 - 06.2025
Forman
Neelands
11.2021 - 02.2025
Pipefitter
Deem
01.2021 - 11.2021
Lead Man / Forman
Jaco inc.
07.2018 - 01.2021
Pipe Fitter
New Berry refrigeration
08.2007 - 07.2008
Lead Pipe Fitter
Excell Refrigeration Inc.
07.2005 - 08.2007
Pipefitter/ Refurbishing Forman
Hill Phoenix
06.2000 - 07.2005
Pipe Fitter
oak wood temp control
03.1996 - 06.2000
GED -
POLK CORRECTIONS