Tony Gragg
Asheville,NC
Summary
Hardworking HVAC professional offering proven history in managing residential, commercial and industrial HVAC needs with skillful and efficient repairs. Adept at testing and inspecting systems to isolate faults and implement repair plans. Effectively align systems to meet manufacturer specifications and maximize performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Technician
Omni Grove Park Inn
Asheville , NC
07.2012 - 01.2022
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports.
- Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical and data processing systems.
- Compiled data and generated graphs to interpret results and suggest key operational improvements.
- Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures.
- Initiated contact with vendors and built solid working relationships.
- Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
- Created Bills of Materials (BOM) and certifications.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Maintained and repaired industrial chillers weighing up to 200 tons.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers in [Type] industry.
- Replaced bearings, pump seals and packing.
- Maintained comfortable environmental temperatures in city facilities.
- Programmed computerized energy management systems and verified proper functionality.
- Monitored building environmental conditions.
- Reviewed work of external and internal contractors to guarantee consistency with quality and safety standards.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
- Surveyed building layout and gathered materials before beginning repairs.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
HVAC Installer
Holcombe Construction
Asheville , NC
01.2003 - 05.2012
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Optimized performance by balancing systems and calibrating controls.
Electrician's Helper
Electrics Of Asheville
Asheville , NC
06.1999 - 05.2003
- Installed and tested new fixtures according to project specifications.
- Maintained organized supply of commonly used electrical parts to support typical needs.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charles D Owen High School
Swannanoa 06.1980
Skills
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Customer Service
- Appliance Repair
- Decision Making
- Equipment Calibration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Building
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Corrective Maintenance
- Team Player
- Preventative Maintenance
- Equipment Servicing
- Environmental Control Systems
- OSHA Compliance
- Analytical Thinker
Timeline
HVAC Technician
Omni Grove Park Inn
07.2012 - 01.2022
HVAC Installer
Holcombe Construction
01.2003 - 05.2012
Electrician's Helper
Electrics Of Asheville
06.1999 - 05.2003
High School Diploma -
Charles D Owen High School