Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Donovan Rush

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Hardworking, certified HVAC professional offering proven history in managing commercial and industrial HVAC needs with skillful and efficient repairs.


Demonstrated leadership in enhancing operational efficiency and achieving compliance standards.


Skilled in controls calibration and effective problem-solving, contributing to increased system longevity and energy efficiency improvements. Excellent organization skills to manage multiple time-sensitive work orders.


Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HVAC Technician

Sodexo Services
02.2023 - Current
  • Completed preventive maintenance and repair tasks on large HVAC systems.
  • Applied knowledge of plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems, along with basic carpentry knowledge, to complete common, and advanced repairs.
  • Inspected HVAC systems, electrical components, motors and other machinery for compliance with standards.
  • Maintained working knowledge of building security, HVAC, electrical and other systems vital to successful building operation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on electrical systems, HVAC and building equipment.
  • Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems.
  • Worked with large HVAC systems such as boilers, chillers and furnaces.
  • Kept HVAC system running efficiently by replacing furnace filters.
  • Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.

Supervisor Head Maintenance

McKinney Properties
11.2014 - 11.2023
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Frequently inspected to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Head Maintenance Manager

Holiday Inn Express
05.2014 - 11.2014
  • Supervised performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Scheduled maintenance as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.

Maintenance Technician

Waterford Nevillewood Apartments
01.2008 - 05.2014
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.

Maintenance Technician

Waterford Landing Apartments
07.2004 - 04.2005
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.

Education

Diploma - HVAC

Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
Johnstown, PA

Diploma -

Wrightco Technologies
Ebensburg, PA

Coursework -

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA

High School Diploma -

Portage Area High School
Portage, PA

Skills

  • Controls calibration
  • Single compressor systems
  • Electrical and pneumatic controls
  • Ventilation and air conditioning
  • Hazardous materials safety training
  • Valid Pennsylvania driver's license
  • Code compliance
  • Analytical thinker
  • Operations and maintenance specialist
  • Chiller servicing
  • Routine equipment servicing
  • Refrigeration system evacuation

Certification

  • Certified HVAC, EPA Universal Section 608


Timeline

HVAC Technician

Sodexo Services
02.2023 - Current

Supervisor Head Maintenance

McKinney Properties
11.2014 - 11.2023

Head Maintenance Manager

Holiday Inn Express
05.2014 - 11.2014

Maintenance Technician

Waterford Nevillewood Apartments
01.2008 - 05.2014

Maintenance Technician

Waterford Landing Apartments
07.2004 - 04.2005

Diploma - HVAC

Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center

Diploma -

Wrightco Technologies

Coursework -

California University of Pennsylvania

High School Diploma -

Portage Area High School
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