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Gregory Karawan

Sterling Heights,MI

Summary

Dependable professional with strong background installing, maintaining, and repairing systems and components. Maintains equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and corrections. Dedicated to quality and always professional.

Overview

1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Technician 1

Mobile Air and Power Rentals
Troy, Michigan
03.2026 - Current
  • Installed and maintained air conditioning units across various job sites.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed necessary repairs efficiently.
  • Collaborated with customers to understand their rental needs and equipment specifications.
  • Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and reliability.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Preventive maintenance on air conditioning units from 1 ton to 5 ton

Building Engineer

Birmingham Public Schools
Birmingham, Michigan
09.2022 - 04.2025
  • Maintained HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, VUV, rooftop units, boilers, chillers, light electrical, light plumbing
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for equipment reliability.
  • Inspected building systems for compliance with safety regulations.
  • Coordinated repairs and maintenance with external contractors
  • All necessary repairs and replacement of parts to any and all equipment
  • Installed new fixtures and equipment as needed throughout the facility.
  • Responded quickly to tenant inquiries or complaints regarding building operations.

Responsibility of controls for HVAC in my middle school and elementary school.

  • Collaborated with staff to address facility-related concerns promptly.

Refrigeration Apprentice

Papas Refrigeration
Mount Clemens, Michigan
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Installed and repaired refrigeration systems in commercial and residential settings.
  • Repaired and maintained refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and other related components.
  • Supported technicians in diagnosing equipment malfunctions and performing maintenance to ensure system reliability.
  • Monitored temperature controls and ensured proper functionality of refrigeration units.
  • Serviced coils, blowers, and filters to optimize performance and extend lifespan of refrigeration units.
  • Assisted with the installation of ice makers and water coolers.
  • Replaced defective parts such as fans, motors, valves, switches. in existing systems.
  • Inspected pipes for leaks or other damage using specialized tools such as infrared cameras or ultrasonic detectors.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as changing belts or oiling fan motors.

Education

Climate Control Technology - HVAC/R

Northwestern Technological Institute
Southfield, MI
03.2021 - 02.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Vehicle Design

Macomb Community College
Warren, MI
08.1995 - 06.2000

Ferndale High School
Ferndale, MI

Skills

  • HVAC system installation
  • A/C troubleshooting
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Hand tools
  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Heavy lifting
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Valid Driver's license

Certification

  • EPA Universal 608, Chauffeurs license, Climate Control Technology Certification, Aerial Lift Certified, Hi-Lo, Trac-Pipe

Affiliations

  • Single dad, raising three kids, enjoy working out, attending sporting events, including my kids sporting events, occasionally like to play Texas hold em

Timeline

Service Technician 1

Mobile Air and Power Rentals
03.2026 - Current

Building Engineer

Birmingham Public Schools
09.2022 - 04.2025

Refrigeration Apprentice

Papas Refrigeration
03.2022 - 09.2022

Climate Control Technology - HVAC/R

Northwestern Technological Institute
03.2021 - 02.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Vehicle Design

Macomb Community College
08.1995 - 06.2000

Ferndale High School
Gregory Karawan