Earl Tooker
Corinth,NY
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Work well separately or in a team environment.
Resourceful with 30+ years of experience skilled in plumbing, electrical including 120v, 240v, and 480v, automotive, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and various equipment repairs. Comfortable troubleshooting and performing diagnostics and working with sense of urgency.
Skilled with multiple types of welding, brazing, and cutting equipment including, cutting and brazing torches, mig welding, wire feed welding, and plasma cutter.
Skilled and adept at reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring and component schematics.
Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.
Skilled and familiar with multiple types of test and diagnostic equipment including multi meters, test gauges, test lights, amp probes, and the ability to learn and adapt to new test equipment quickly.
HVAC Technician skilled at communicating with vendors, team members and customers. Excellent organization skills to manage multiple time-sensitive work orders. Skilled in troubleshooting and diagnosing and repairing HVAC equipment problems.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Glens Falls Hospital
2023.04 - Current
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs, improving overall team productivity.
- Maintained time records of all maintenance and work orders and emergency repairs.
- Extended equipment lifespan through regular inspection and part replacement as needed.
- Increased workplace safety by repairing or replacing faulty electrical components such as light bulbs, lighting ballasts, lighting fixtures or outlets.
- Fostered a positive work environment through teamwork, collaboration, and maintaining an organized workspace.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques for completing facility maintenance tasks safely and effectively.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and workloads, effectively managing time and resources to complete tasks.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on electrical, and HVAC systems.
- Inspected buildings, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
- Carried out building repairs such as lock set replacement and repair, patching walls, painting surfaces, replacing fixtures, replacing ceiling tiles, light bulbs and reorganizing rooms.
- Worked quickly on emergency requests in order to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Perform troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to diagnose problems with equipment and systems.
- Used standard housekeeping equipment, tools, and supplies to accomplish basic cleaning.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company and department representative.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
RV Technician
Alpin Haus RV
2023.04 - Current
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient RV repairs and maintenance services.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex mechanical issues for enhanced vehicle performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with service advisors to ensure accurate communication of repair needs, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment.
- Performed comprehensive pre-delivery inspections of new RVs, guaranteeing quality assurance for customers.
- Kept up-to-date with industry advancements through continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- Contributed to positive online reviews by delivering exceptional customer service.
- Organized workspace effectively, allowing for increased productivity in servicing multiple vehicles simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Provided specialized electrical system diagnostics and repairs, improving overall functionality of clients'' recreational vehicles.
- Utilized diagnostic tools accurately for quick identification of potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Delivered thorough post-repair testing to confirm all systems were functioning as expected before returning the RV to the customer.
- Installed newly purchased equipment in recreational vehicles.
- Notified supervisor of factors that could delay work completion.
- Communicated with customers, manufacturer representatives and company superiors to resolve recreational vehicle system and equipment problems.
- Interpreted equipment installation and electrical wiring diagrams and obtained materials necessary for project completion.
- Performed preventive maintenance work on motorhome and travel trailer recreational vehicles.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical, mechanical, structural and cosmetic problems in recreational vehicles.
- Demonstrated familiarity with electromechanical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Maintained strong knowledge and understanding of applicable government regulations and company operating procedures.
- Provided in-depth cleaning services for all models prior to sale and after repairs were completed.
- Completed thorough inspections of trailers and campers to evaluate maintenance concerns and determine areas in need of repair.
- Repaired plumbing or propane gas lines using caulking compounds and plastic or copper pipe.
- Located and repaired frayed wiring, broken connections or incorrect wiring using ohmmeters or hand tools.
- Repaired cosmetic damage to areas such as walls and floors.
- Explained vehicle systems operation to customers.
- Used tractors and trucks to move RVs between locations.
- Diagnostics and repair or replacement of HVAC systems and components.
HVAC Technician/ Installation Technician
Germain's Heating And Cooling
2018.10 - 2022.12
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Installed and repaired residential forced hot air heating systems including duct work in both existing homes and new construction.
- Installed, repaired and maintained residential A/C systems including condensers, indoor coil, and linesets.
- Installed and repaired mini split inverter systems.
- Diagnosed repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Skilled with charging (adding) and recovering refrigerant from A/C systems following EPA regulations.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Familiar with and able to work on 120v, 240v and 480v electrical systems.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, both gas and oil heating equipment.
- Installation of hot water base board units, and radiant heating tubing.
- Installation, maintenance, and repair of residential steam boilers.
- Diagnosed repaired and replaced roof top heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Evaluated status of refrigeration liquids for safety and compliance purposes.
- Supplied technical assistance to customers and other employees over phone using simple troubleshooting techniques.
- Surveyed building layout and gathered materials before beginning repairs.
- Proficient use of torches for soldering and brazing of copper pipes and tubing.
- EPA Universal certified for purchase, use, handling and disposal procedures of all types or refrigerant. Copy of license attached.
- Certified Navien wall hung boiler and water heater installer and technician. Awaiting documentation.
- Installation and repair of residential water lines and waste plumbing lines.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, leading to repeat business opportunities.
- Kept up-to-date with the latest advancements in the HVAC field through continuing education courses and workshops, ensuring top-quality services for customers.
- Provided emergency response services for critical system failures, minimizing downtime impacts on businesses or homeowners.
- Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
- Supervised and instructed assistants.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Installed supporting components such as fuel lines and wiring to complete systems.
- Received positive feedback from clients for exceptional problem-solving skills during challenging installations.
General Carpenter
Up To Date Remodeling
2018.07 - 2018.11
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Installed paneling on walls to deaden sound, complete decorations or absorb shock based on individual customer requirements.
- Placed building paper over subflooring to protect final flooring material from water damage.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Specialized in framing and finish carpentry.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Installed interior doors and hardware, accessories, and TV brackets.
- Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
- Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
- Cut and installed insulation for residential and commercial buildings.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Developed proficiency in stain-grade trim work, hanging doors and drilling and setting door hardware.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements using various hand and power tools.
- Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Selected and ordered lumber or other required materials to keep inventory at sufficient levels.
- Read and effectively used truss-roof prints to cut and set roofs accordingly.
- Operated power and hand tools to cut, shape and smooth lumber and other construction materials.
- Constructed residential decks and garages.
- Reduced materials waste by taking accurate measurements.
- Repaired and remodeled wood and chain link fences.
Warehouse Worker
Target Distribution Center
2006.06 - 2017.12
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 60lbs pounds.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and processed to claims department.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with company safety standards.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
- Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
- Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.
- Moved products using ride-on pallet trucks double and tripple, reach trucks, forklifts, and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.
- Identified inadequate materials and faulty equipment and brought to supervisors' attention.
- Operated company vehicles and heavy equipment with focus on safety and risk management.
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Loaded trailers efficiently to maximize cube and reduce lead time and number of deliveries.
- Fulfill store orders and ensure correct product and quantity is being pulled and shipped.
- Storing product in correct location and logging in system.
Auto Dismantler
Jerry Brown's Used Auto Parts
2005.02 - 2006.06
- Updated computer with completed vehicle status, vehicle location, parts locations and quality control details.
- Cleaned work area of debris, scrap, spills and trash before starting next vehicle.
- Inspected inventoried parts for quality control.
- Put parts away in warehouse and scanned locations with barcode reader.
- Tested vehicles to determine condition of engine and related components.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
- Inspected recycled parts to check for accuracy and functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Broke down complex mechanical information into simpler parts for individuals with little or no understanding of system operations.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on equipment.
- Evacuated automotive A/C systems in compliance with EPA regulations.
- Removed all fluids from damaged vehicles in accordance with company policy and EPA regulations.
- Supervised and mentored multiple team members and facilitated daily service operations to drive business growth.
- Used hand, power and pneumatic tools to complete vehicle disassembly, increasing daily productivity.
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicle systems to get vehicle to start and run to evaluate condition of engine and related components.
- Maintain and repair shop equipment and equipment used in the yard.
Sales Associate
Walmart
2000.07 - 2004.02
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
- Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.
- Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder and pallet jack.
- Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
- Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft.
Auto Parts Counterperson
Advance Auto Parts
1991.06 - 1999.09
- Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns and complete sales.
- Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
- Conducted cash handling, credit card transactions and register closeout at end of business day.
- Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
- Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
- Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Processed and reshelved return orders, checking for discrepancies, potential usage and damage issues.
- Analyzed sales trends to follow demands of customers needs.
- Bolstered sales and inventory management by effectively controlling daily parts inventory and restocking.
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
- Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
- Set employee schedules for consistent staff coverage and delegated work assignments based upon experience and strengths.
- Moved various parts to designated bays for deliveries while overseeing safety procedures.
- Mitigated financial discrepancies by managing damaged goods and back orders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corinth Central High School
105 Oak Street, Corinth, NY 1282206.1992
Vocational - Automotive Technician
Saratoga-Warren Boces
15 Henning Rd, Saratoga Springs, NY 1286606.1992
Skills
- Control Systems Programming
- EPA Licensed for handling, use, recovery and disposal of all types of refrigerants. Copy of license attached.
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
- Equipment Servicing and repair
- Mechanical Troubleshooting.
- Wooden Structure Building and Repair
- Blueprint and Schematic Understanding
- Electrical Component Replacement
- Welding Equipment Operation
- Mechanical Expertise
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- HVAC Systems
- Plumbing Repairs
Timeline
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Glens Falls Hospital
2023.04 - Current
RV Technician
Alpin Haus RV
2023.04 - Current
HVAC Technician/ Installation Technician
Germain's Heating And Cooling
2018.10 - 2022.12
General Carpenter
Up To Date Remodeling
2018.07 - 2018.11
Warehouse Worker
Target Distribution Center
2006.06 - 2017.12
Auto Dismantler
Jerry Brown's Used Auto Parts
2005.02 - 2006.06
Sales Associate
Walmart
2000.07 - 2004.02
Auto Parts Counterperson
Advance Auto Parts
1991.06 - 1999.09
High School Diploma -
Corinth Central High School
Vocational - Automotive Technician
Saratoga-Warren Boces
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