Edward Garza
Bryan,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Optimum AC & Heat
Bryan, TX
12.2020 - Current
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Improved HVAC system efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and reliable HVAC repair services.
- Ensured proper installation of energy-efficient HVAC systems, reducing energy consumption for clients.
- Optimized the performance of HVAC equipment with routine maintenance and inspections.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry advancements, integrating new technology into existing systems where applicable for increased efficiency gains.
- Educated clients on best practices for maintaining their HVAC systems, contributing to prolonged lifespan and reduced costs over time.
- Mentored junior technicians in best practices relating to installation techniques, diagnostic procedures, and other aspects of the HVAC trade for their professional development.
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
- Optimized performance by balancing systems and calibrating controls.
- Responded to emergency HVAC service requests promptly, finding swift resolutions.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
Senior Building Automation Tech
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Increased production efficiency by implementing automation systems and maintaining equipment.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and proactive troubleshooting of automation equipment.
- Enhanced overall system performance by optimizing PLC programming and control logic.
- Managed spare parts inventory for automated equipment, reducing lead times on critical repairs and minimizing downtime costs.
- Determined layouts to install wiring in automated systems based on drawings and code specifications.
- Troubleshot, fixed and improved electrical controls.
- Tested equipment for proper operation and freedom from defects.
- Assisted maintenance personnel with complex troubleshooting.
- Kept on track with deadlines for development cycle times.
- Supported Engineering and Maintenance departments with training and technical support.
- Responded to emergency system repairs and maintained regular service schedules for all job-related machines to optimize performance.
- Installed, programmed or repaired programmable controllers, robot controllers and end-of-arm tools.
- Used hand and power tools to mount components to panels by following dimensional layout drawings.
- Troubleshot software to alleviate obstacles preventing functionality.
- Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping.
- Hung enclosures, ran conduits and pulled wires to complete electrical systems installations.
Senior Building Automation Technician
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
12.2015 - 10.2020
- Increased production efficiency by implementing automation systems and maintaining equipment.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and proactive troubleshooting of automation equipment.
- Enhanced overall system performance by optimizing PLC programming and control logic.
- Managed spare parts inventory for automated equipment, reducing lead times on critical repairs and minimizing downtime costs.
- Determined layouts to install wiring in automated systems based on drawings and code specifications.
- Troubleshot, fixed and improved electrical controls.
- Tested equipment for proper operation and freedom from defects.
- Assisted maintenance personnel with complex troubleshooting.
- Kept on track with deadlines for development cycle times.
- Supported Engineering and Maintenance departments with training and technical support.
- Responded to emergency system repairs and maintained regular service schedules for all job-related machines to optimize performance.
- Installed, programmed or repaired programmable controllers, robot controllers and end-of-arm tools.
- Used hand and power tools to mount components to panels by following dimensional layout drawings.
- Troubleshot software to alleviate obstacles preventing functionality.
- Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping.
- Hung enclosures, ran conduits and pulled wires to complete electrical systems installations.
HVAC Technician
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
03.2008 - 12.2015
- Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough HVAC equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Installed new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings with precision and attention to detail.
- Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Performed comprehensive preventative maintenance on various types of HVAC equipment, prolonging their lifespan.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to industry safety standards and regulations during all tasks performed.
- Kept up-to-date with the latest advancements in the HVAC field through continuing education courses and workshops, ensuring top-quality services for customers.
- Served as a mentor to junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices for troubleshooting and repairing various types of HVAC equipment.
- Provided emergency response services for critical system failures, minimizing downtime impacts on businesses or homeowners.
- Routinely calibrated thermostats for accurate temperature control settings that maintained comfortable environments in clients' properties.
- 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.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Replaced bearings, pump seals and packing.
- Maintained and repaired commercial chillers
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Responded to emergency HVAC service requests promptly, finding swift resolutions.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Performed routine maintenance on heating and cooling systems.
- Assisted in maintenance, repair and installation of ventilation systems.
Plumber/HVAC Apprentice
R.E.C Industries
College Station, TX
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Cleaned and maintained plumbing tools and equipment to reduce potential downtime.
- Supported senior plumbers in large-scale installations, leading to timely project completions and client satisfaction.
Education
Ammonia Training - Refrigeration
GCAP
Garden City, KS2013
HVAC Level 1,2,3,3 NCCER Certified -
Blinn College
Bryan Texas07.2011
HVAC Apprenticeship - Hvac
Texas A&M Facility Service
2011
High School -
Travis B Bryan High School
Bryan, TX05.2007
Skills
- Energy Management
- Indoor Air Quality
- Air Conditioning
- Team Coordination
- System Troubleshooting
- Electrical Wiring
- Blueprint Reading
- Building Automation
- Pneumatic Controls
- Control Systems
- Technical Troubleshooting
Licensed HVAC contractor
Hvac active contractor license in state of texas TACLA104928E
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Building Automation Tech
Texas A&M University
04.2024 - 02.2025
Owner/Operator
Optimum AC & Heat
12.2020 - Current
Senior Building Automation Technician
Texas A&M University
12.2015 - 10.2020
HVAC Technician
Texas A&M University
03.2008 - 12.2015
Plumber/HVAC Apprentice
R.E.C Industries
06.2007 - 06.2008
Ammonia Training - Refrigeration
GCAP
HVAC Level 1,2,3,3 NCCER Certified -
Blinn College
HVAC Apprenticeship - Hvac
Texas A&M Facility Service
High School -
Travis B Bryan High School