Derrick Gibson
Owings Mills,MD
Summary
Commercial and Residential Journeyman 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
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Technician
United States Army
10.2006 - Current
- Maintained advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment
- Performed repair or preventative maintenance on electrical, diesel, and gasoline vehicles
- Conducted periodical safety, maintenance, and servicing checks to verify proper functioning of equipment
- Used hoists and lifts to move the heavy equipment's components, including engines and transmissions
- Welded and soldered broken parts and structural components to achieve strong and durable connection
- Tested the performance of mechanical products and equipment after repairs to check their conformance with specifications
- Worked with micrometers and gauges to determine the extent of damage and wear to different parts.
Journeyman HVAC Technician
CONSTELLATION HOME
03.2023 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
Journeyman HVAC Technician
TechSite Services LLC
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Examined building layouts, forecasted issues, and synchronized work to determine requirements for installation and repairs
- Completed forms, reports, and logs to document service performed and recommendations made
- Reviewed equipment operation modes with customer to teach and explain features and confirm satisfaction and understanding
- Operated hand and power tools to conduct maintenance on air conditioning systems, coils, and compressors
- Traveled to homes and businesses to install or repair heating, cooling, and ventilation systems
- Enforced safety and maintained security and accountability of assets by recording use, wear, and condition.
US ARMY SOLDIER
US Army
12.2016 - 05.2018
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Risk-assessed environments and implemented appropriate security measures.
- Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
- Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
- Provided professional reconnaissance and security support during varied operations.
HVAC Technician
BGE Home
05.2012 - 12.2016
- Removing old systems
- Installing new systems
- Performing routine maintenance
- Training junior team members
- Communicating with clients and customers
- Ordering and maintaining equipment
- Meeting local HVAC codes
Education
TYPE I And TYPE II EPA Certification -
Army Corps of Engineers
Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning Degree -
Lincoln Technical College of Technology
Columbia01.2009
Certification - Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
United States Army Ordnance And Engineer School
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD05.2007
Skills
- Educated on Charging Principles
- Heating Principles Knowledge
- Control Systems Programming
- PC Expertise
- Preventative Maintenance
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
- Air Conditioning Knowledge
- Maintenance and Repair Records
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Certification
- Journeyman HVAC License # 69683
- Natural Gas Fitters Journeyman License # 92793
Timeline
Journeyman HVAC Technician
CONSTELLATION HOME
03.2023 - Current
Journeyman HVAC Technician
TechSite Services LLC
05.2019 - 03.2023
US ARMY SOLDIER
US Army
12.2016 - 05.2018
HVAC Technician
BGE Home
05.2012 - 12.2016
Heavy Equipment Technician
United States Army
10.2006 - Current
TYPE I And TYPE II EPA Certification -
Army Corps of Engineers
Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning Degree -
Lincoln Technical College of Technology
Certification - Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
United States Army Ordnance And Engineer School