Giovanni Vivar
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Dynamic professional with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous learning. Excellent communication skills contribute to team success and drive positive results through collaboration and innovation. Eager to embrace new challenges while advancing organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. A proactive approach ensures readiness to adapt and thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer - HVAC
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
04.2024 - Current
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Generated system concepts to satisfy product requirements.
- Performed pre-construction, quality and safety management, as well as constructability review, start-up and commissioning.
- Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
- Developed automated calibration for use on VFD test systems.
- Educated clients on more energy-efficient solutions for old systems that meet project requirements for timelines and budgets.
- Identified suitable materials for production use that aligned with environmental concerns and budget constraints.
- Designed budgets and cost estimates for projects with speed and accuracy while working closely with clients, drafters and employees to determine best courses of action.
- Supported data center power and cooling infrastructure and consistently applied critical facility operational best practices.
- Specified system components and directed product modifications to comply with engineering design and performance specifications.
Mechanical Engineer - HVAC
Chugach Intelligence Solutions
Fort Meade, MD
01.2023 - 01.2025
- 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.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Closed out work orders after verifying completion with customers and reporting discrepancies discovered on job site.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers in commercial/industrial industry.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Calibrated permanent and portable environmental monitoring equipment.
- Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
Warehouse/Fleet Operations Manager
John G. Webster
Beltsville, MD
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Supervised maintenance team and effectively delegated assignments to optimize processes.
- Executed design concept and build requirements for several vehicles to align with job requirements.
- Supervised yearly equipment overhauls to drive improved inventory and increase equipment longevity.
- Provided all drivers with pertinent safety materials regarding rules and regulations.
- Maintained accurate driver information for delivery scheduling.
- Suggested actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reduce expenses.
- Proactively identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
- Documented equipment transfers and sales details for accurate record keeping.
- Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
- Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Reduced expenditures by overseeing equipment acquisition to attain best value and price negotiation.
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
HVAC Technician-Sales Specialist
Horizon Services Inc.
Baltimore, MD
07.2014 - 03.2020
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ06-2028
Some College (No Degree) - Sales
Nexstar Education
Wilmington, DECertificate of Technical Studies - HVAC
Lincoln Technical Institute
Columbia, MD06-2009
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Computer proficiency
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- 2x 5k Runner
- Annapolis Running Festival
- Baltimore Running Festival
Certification
- CFC Universal Certification
- Licensed DC 3rd
- Licensed Journeyman
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer - HVAC
University of Maryland, College Park
04.2024 - Current
Mechanical Engineer - HVAC
Chugach Intelligence Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2025
Warehouse/Fleet Operations Manager
John G. Webster
06.2021 - 12.2022
HVAC Technician-Sales Specialist
Horizon Services Inc.
07.2014 - 03.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Sales
Nexstar Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - HVAC
Lincoln Technical Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College