Curtis Thames
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Experienced HVAC Installer proficient in operations and repairs of heating, refrigeration, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Efficiency-driven, highly accurate and well-organized with open and clear communication style and self-motivated approach. Dedicated to superior service and solving problems with minimal oversight.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Lead
Integrity
Chattanooga, Tennessee
09.2024 - 12.2024
- improving workplace organization and safety, and achieving a decrease in workplace accidents.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Identified areas of process improvement through value stream mapping and root cause analysis.
- Installation of units and line sets or stainless steel hoods .
- Going to pick up supplies
HVAC Installer
Condition Air
Chattanooga, TN
10.2021 - 09.2024
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
- Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
- Operated heavy machinery to prepare metal products according to customer specifications.
- Achieved maximum efficiency by working with large crews to install ductwork in existing and new builds.
- Prepared metals for industrial processes by cleaning, degreasing and removing impurities from raw materials.
- Analyzed required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches to correctly fabricate and install products and parts.
- Repaired, modified and maintained equipment.
- Installed, altered and repaired sheet metal products and equipment and adjusted ducts and hoods for HVAC systems.
Sheet Metal Worker
District 5 union sheet metal
Chattanooga, TN
04.2021 - 12.2021
Sheet Metal Worker
Melon heat & air
Chattanooga, TN
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
- Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
- Performed finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
- Achieved maximum efficiency by working with large crews to install ductwork in existing and new builds.
- Prepared metals for industrial processes by cleaning, degreasing and removing impurities from raw materials.
- Cut, shaped, and bent metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures.
HVAC Installer
Tradesmen international
Chattanooga, TN
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
- Completed preventative maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
- Installed, maintained and repaired commercial refrigeration systems.
- Adept at reading blue prints of electrical equipment.
- Complied with engineering standards and practices at all times, including cGMPs.
HVAC Installer
Chase plumbing and m Mechanics
Chattanooga, TN
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Interpreted construction drawings and cut sheets in field.
- Building units and install
HVAC Installer
Usa Technologies Inc.
Chattanooga, TN
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained safe working environment with proper execution of HVAC guidelines and usage of PPE equipment.
- Reported problems with company tools and vehicles to crew foreman for quick resolution.
- Collaborated with contractor representatives, supervisors, co-workers and sub-contractors on job sites to streamline operations.
- Attended employee meetings and training to learn about new techniques, trends and technologies.
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Set up auxiliary components to enhance performance of heating and cooling equipment,
- 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.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Plumbing Technology
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, AL01-2013
High School Diploma -
Mary G montgomery
2012
Skills
- Ventilation and air conditioning
- VAV, VRV
- Tank & tankless water heater installation
- Mini split/Ductless units
- Cassettes
- Duct Insulator
- Blueprint assessments
- Apprentice training
- Forklift operator
- Scissor lift operator
- Scaffold build
- Power tool use
- Metal cutting safety
- Gas pipe installation
- Plumbing
- Drain system
- Under ground gas/ propane insulation
- Gas appliances insulation
- Duct sizing and design
- Dehumidifier installation
- Ptac insulation
- Rooftop unit and curbs
- Commercial kitchen hoods insulation
- Stainless steel kitchen gas appliances insulation
- Fire place gas hookups
- Stainless steel walls
Timeline
Commercial Lead
Integrity
09.2024 - 12.2024
HVAC Installer
Condition Air
10.2021 - 09.2024
Sheet Metal Worker
Melon heat & air
08.2021 - 10.2021
Sheet Metal Worker
District 5 union sheet metal
04.2021 - 12.2021
HVAC Installer
Chase plumbing and m Mechanics
10.2020 - 02.2021
HVAC Installer
Tradesmen international
01.2018 - 04.2021
HVAC Installer
Usa Technologies Inc.
08.2017 - 01.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Plumbing Technology
Bishop State Community College
High School Diploma -
Mary G montgomery