Chris Aguon
Yelm,WA
Summary
Experienced HVAC professional with a solid background in building maintenance, repairs, and new installations across multiple commercial properties. Successfully managed tenant service calls and designed mechanical work for tenant improvement projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project specifications. Demonstrated proficiency in project management by overseeing commercial retrofit projects, including rooftop changeouts and equipment rentals, while maintaining budgetary constraints. Skilled in technical troubleshooting and effective communication, fostering collaboration among trades to achieve project goals.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Supervisor
J-Squared Investments
Tacoma, WA
08.2024 - Current
- Provided building maintanence, repairs and new installations for 5 buildings downtown Tacoma
- Handled and assisted with tenant service calls.
- Designed mechanical work for new tenant improvement build outs.
- Assisted and organized projects with other trades.
- In charge of ordering all materials and supplies and keeping proper inventory
Special Projects Lead
Mechanical and Control Services
Lakewood, Washington
06.2020 - 07.2024
- Designed and managed commercial retrofit projects
- Performed rooftop changeouts, including gas packs, package unit heat-pumps etc
- Provided service related calls and repairs
- Scheduled crane lifts & equipment rentals
- Responsible for making sure all projects came in under budget
Project Manager
Performance Mechanical
Kent, Washington
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Came up with detailed material list to help assist with project budgets and unforeseen issues
- Ordered all equipment and materials for all projects and scheduled each job according to the project timelines
- Scheduled crane lifts, called in for permits and inspections
Project Manager
Lagniappe Mechanical
Lakewood, WA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Detailed all materials and equipment for various commercial projects
- Assisted in service related calls with field technicians
- Provided detailed estimates for all projects
- Retained relationships with existing and new customers to assure ultimate customer service
- Assisted with project installations when necessary
Owner/Operator
Island Mechanical
Lacey , WA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Established pricing models that balanced competitiveness with profitability goals.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Evaluated employee performance metrics against established benchmarks in order to determine areas of improvement.
- Implemented cost-saving measures across departments while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
HVAC Installer
Mechanical and Control Services
Fife, Washington
03.2002 - 01.2011
- Conducted maintenance on existing HVAC systems to ensure proper operation and performance
- Installed condensate lines, gas piping, venting systems for water heating appliances, exhaust fans.
- Maintained accurate records of all service calls and repairs performed.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable codes when installing new HVAC systems.
- Performed installation of residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork.
- Pulled electrical wiring for new installations or repairs to existing HVAC systems.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, saws, as well as power tools like pipe cutters and benders when performing tasks related to HVAC installations.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts as necessary during service calls.
- Troubleshot HVAC system issues using appropriate tools and test equipment.
Education
Sheet Metal - Hvac
CITC
Bellevue, WA01-2008
High School Diploma -
Yelm High School
Yelm, WA09-1998
Skills
- HVAC system installation
- Project management
- Budget management
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Project planning
- Team building
- Relationship building
- Verbal communication
- Self-Directed
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Cultural awareness
Personal References
- Travis Hull(President) Mechanical and Control Services (253)926-9777
- Ted Hunt(Vice president) Seattle Insurance Group (253)-307-2835
- David Sterling (President)Lagniappe Mechanical Inc (360)649-7879
- Joey Higgins( co-owner) Higgins Construction (360) 440-4660
Timeline
HVAC Supervisor
J-Squared Investments
08.2024 - Current
Special Projects Lead
Mechanical and Control Services
06.2020 - 07.2024
Project Manager
Performance Mechanical
01.2018 - 06.2022
Project Manager
Lagniappe Mechanical
01.2015 - 01.2018
Owner/Operator
Island Mechanical
01.2011 - 01.2015
HVAC Installer
Mechanical and Control Services
03.2002 - 01.2011
Sheet Metal - Hvac
CITC
High School Diploma -
Yelm High School