Garry Harper
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dedicated and meticulous Refrigeration/ Maintenance Technician with 11 years' experience performing detailed repair work while prioritizing and completing multiple tasks to achieve project goals. Flexible and focused team player with expertise in time management, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and equipment operations.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Lead HVACR
Wendys International
Columbus, OH
09.2023 - Current
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and provided effective repair solutions.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot HVAC-R issues efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls and repairs performed.
- Identified potential issues with existing HVAC-R systems before they became major problems.
- Repaired faulty wiring, motors, compressors, condensers, evaporators, and other components of HVAC-R systems.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
Pilot Travel Centers
New Castle, DE
12.2020 - 09.2023
- Oversaw activities of contractors working within building and on job sites.
- Oversaw maintenance and continuous operation of building systems, including mechanical (HVAC), electrical and safety.
- Identified facility deficiencies, incorporating repair actions into maintenance procedures schedule.
- Improved cost-efficiency and output of diverse facility equipment through corrective maintenance, repair and calibration.
- Maintained entire infrastructure and compliance documentation.
- Installed new heating and cooling systems following blueprints or installation guidelines.
- Tested electrical circuits to ensure proper functioning of motors, switches, thermostats and safety controls.
Lead Installation Technician
Thermayre
Cherry Hill, NJ
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Calculate lengths, measured pieces and cut to correct sizes.
- Moved supplies to job locations and organized in the most helpful arrangement.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Evaluated systems in use to uncover problems, complete maintenance and recommend solutions.
Maintenance Technician 3
Universal pure
Malvern, PA
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Evaluated systems in use to uncover problems, complete maintenance and recommend solutions.
- Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventative maintenance schedules.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
Maintenance Technician 2
Thermal Seal
Gloucester City, NJ
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Consulted blueprints and repair manuals to complete high-quality repairs and restore optimal functionality.
- Assisted mechanics with larger, more complicated repairs.
- Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns with daily task
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues.
Labor Worker
Kelly Construction Inc.
Vineland, NJ
10.2013 - 08.2015
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Prepared sites for concrete work by breaking up damaged concrete and leveling or contouring ground.
- Retrieved materials, tools and equipment from trucks and delivered to skilled workers.
- Trained in plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, machine servicing and installation.
Education
HVAC/R - HVAC Installation And Repair
Dawn Career Institute
New Castle, DE04.2023
High School Diploma -
Camden High School
Camden, NJ06.2008
Skills
- Power/Hand tools
- Mechanical Repair
- Codes compliance
- Facility Maintenance
- HVAC
- Refrigeration
- Universal EPA
- Hot side
- Building systems knowledge
- Capital improvement planning
- GILBARCO / Veeder Root
- Kitchen equipment Repair
- OSHA 10
Timeline
Sr Lead HVACR
Wendys International
09.2023 - Current
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
Pilot Travel Centers
12.2020 - 09.2023
Maintenance Technician 3
Universal pure
09.2018 - 12.2020
Lead Installation Technician
Thermayre
08.2018 - 06.2021
Maintenance Technician 2
Thermal Seal
08.2015 - 09.2018
Labor Worker
Kelly Construction Inc.
10.2013 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Camden High School
HVAC/R - HVAC Installation And Repair
Dawn Career Institute