David Slater
San Jose,CA
Summary
Professional focused on HVAC systems with experience in installation, maintenance, and repair. Strong technical skills in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and system optimization. Team player who adapts to changing environments and prioritizes achieving results. Reliable and driven to ensure efficient and high-quality outcomes in all tasks.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HVAC Technician
Cushman & Wakefield
San Jose
07.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Oversee daily Events, Meetings, Setups
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex HVAC issues, improving overall service response time
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Oversee all Preventative maintenance relaying to Generators and Elevators
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborated with contractors for specialized repairs, ensuring adherence to project timelines.
- Trained junior team members on best practices in building systems management and safety protocols.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
International Paper
Gilroy, CA
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in production equipment ensuring minimal downtime.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, enhancing operational reliability and efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements for equipment performance.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance best practices, fostering a culture of safety.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Served as an on-call technician, providing prompt response and resolution to emergency situations that required immediate attention.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Maintenance Technician
Lonza Biologics
Hayward
02.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components
- Preventive Maintenance on Air Handlers, Transfer Fans, Exhaust Fans
- Daily Rounds for Neutralization, Pure Steam Generator, and Boilers
- Efficiently executed all shutdown procedures during 2022
- Inspected generators and backup generators for working conditions to prepare for power outage emergencies.
- Tested and inspected machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques on meco, water boilers, neutralization system to resolve issue.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Assembled, installed or repaired pipe systems.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime and enhancing reliability.
Maintenance Supervisor
Advanced Restorations
San Jose, CA
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures
- Installation for HVAC, electrical, and plumbing
- Performed rough and finish carpentry on cabinets, vanities, counter tops
- Oversaw maintenance team to ensure timely completion of repairs and restoration projects.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime significantly.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and efficient repair techniques.
Carpenter Apprentice
Summit Construction co
San Jose, CA
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Cut and installation of piping (electrical and plumbing)
- Framed and installed HVAC ducting and fans
- Installed drywall, ceilings and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Installed, assembled and repaired woodwork, millwork, cabinetry and trim under supervision of master carpenter.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Carpenter/Laborer
Starburst Construction
San Jose, CA
04.2015 - 12.2017
- Constructed, installed and repaired cabinets, shelves, flooring, doors and window frames.
- Demolition of HVAC and plumbing
- Framework of HVAC and electrical
- Purchasing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, woodwork materials
- Cut materials to specified sizes for installation with power saws and tile cutters.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School
San Jose, CA06.2013
Skills
- SAP experience, CMMS, excel, BAS, BMS, computer literate
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Electrical 12v to 480v
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Boiler systems
- Equipment Operation
- Team Leadership
- General Facilities
- Technical troubleshooting
- System troubleshooting
- Focused on safety
- Welding techniques
- Equipment maintenance
Education and Training
other
Languages
Samoan
Limited Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Certification
EPA Universal
OSHA 10
NFPA70e Arc Flash
CPR
Manlift
Forklift
Genie Boom
Timeline
HVAC Technician
Cushman & Wakefield
07.2025 - Current
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
International Paper
07.2024 - 07.2025
Maintenance Technician
Lonza Biologics
02.2022 - 07.2024
Maintenance Supervisor
Advanced Restorations
07.2020 - 02.2022
Carpenter Apprentice
Summit Construction co
11.2017 - 01.2020
Carpenter/Laborer
Starburst Construction
04.2015 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School