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IVAN VARGAS TORRES

Portland,OR

Summary

I'm a results-driven individual with experience in many areas, but my strengths lie in the trades, more specifically, residential HVAC, the semiconductor industry, and customer service roles. I have several years of experience in the manufacturing industry, as well as experience as an HVAC install technician. I'm skilled in utilizing various tools, coordinating with teams, and providing exceptional customer service while meeting organizational objectives. I'm able to work in fast-paced environments to meet deadlines, I keep a positive attitude, but among all my strengths, dependability is one of the biggest.

Overview

1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Insurance Agent

Century Benefits
Portland, Oregon
02.2026 - 07.2026

As a Medicare sales professional, I was in charge of transforming warm inbound inquiries into Medicare solutions. I did this through the following processes:

  • Educated clients on Medicare Advantage plans and coverage options available.
  • Analyzed client needs to recommend suitable Medicare solutions.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally.
  • Presented and clearly explained insurance policy options based on clients' needs and goals.
  • Identified additional products and services in line with existing clients' benefit objectives to increase revenue.
  • Followed up with clients regularly to ensure satisfaction and address any issues.

TAB Technician

Northwest Engineering Service, Inc.
Beaverton, OR
03.2023 - 01.2026

There are a number of duties that fall under your responsibility as a TAB Technician. As a TAB Technician, we test, adjust, and balance different exhaust systems at the Ronler Intel Campus to ensure that they are running as optimally as possible. Our goal is simple, but there are a lot of moving pieces to accomplish the job, some of which are:

  • Set up a pre-task plan and make sure safety is on everyone's mind.
  • Diagnosed issues by reviewing blueprints, schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer's instructions.
  • Working with vendors and/or tool owners to ensure that everything is done in a timely manner and as intended.
  • Coordinating with other trades and vendors to complete tool installs and demolitions.
  • Adjusting and balancing systems with various dampers to acquire the specific metrics required by Intel and tool owners.
  • Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot issues in existing systems.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of system performance and adjustments.
  • Responded quickly to emergency service requests when necessary.
  • Maintained detailed records of all work performed on TAB systems for future reference purposes.
  • Completed daily reports summarizing work activities for supervisors and tool owners.

Install Technician

Specialty Heating & Cooling
Portland, Oregon
04.2022 - 03.2023

During my time with Specialty Heating & Cooling, I worked as an Install Technician/Helper and assisted the journeyman with anything and everything having to do with HVAC systems. We did a lot of retrofit work, which was our bread and butter, but we also worked on new construction. For the most part, we did residential work, but we also did commercial work, although it wasn't as common. Some of the things we did were, but are not limited to:

  • Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings efficiently.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on existing HVAC units.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to assess system performance and identify problems.
  • Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, saws, as well as power tools like pipe cutters and benders when performing tasks related to HVAC installations.
  • Performed installation of residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork.
  • Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
  • Conducted brazing, threading pipe and tasks to complete service calls.
  • Assisted in the fabrication of sheet metal ducts for ventilation systems.

Production Worker

Milgard Manufacturing Inc
Tualatin, OR
06.2019 - 03.2022

Working in a team-based environment to ensure daily and weekly quotas are met in the production of windows and doors. Duties included, but were not limited to:

  • Inspected products for quality and compliance with company standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and production targets.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during production activities.

General Laborer

D-Stake Mill
McMinnville, OR
07.2017 - 05.2019

Worked as a production worker in a fast-paced team environment and collaborated effectively with other members of the team to complete projects efficiently. My duties included but were not limited to:

  • Performed quality checks on products to ensure adherence to standards.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to quickly resolve any production issues.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safety practices and procedures.
  • Able to work at a fast pace to meet production demands.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors for daily tasks.

Roofer

Fisher Roofing
Sherwood, OR
12.2016 - 07.2017

Responsible for the completion of the project in a timely manner. Sometimes these responsibilities involved a group effort. They are as follows:

  • Talking to the home owner and having a clear understanding of what the project entails.
  • Following safety practices to protect all team members.
  • Identified hazards on job sites and took appropriate safety precautions.
  • Inspected existing roofs for damage or potential problems and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
  • Performed installation of peripheral material such as decking and flashing.
  • Roofed and re-roofed homes, businesses, as well as some industrial buildings.
  • Replaced damaged shingles, tiles, or other roofing material with new ones.

Cashier/ Customer Service

Bi-Mart Corporation
McMinnville, OR
06.2012 - 12.2016

I worked both as a cashier and a floor clerk to ensure our customer service was above all. Responsibilities and skills consisted of, but were not limited to:

  • I made sure the customer was satisfied with our work, and I made any necessary changes.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills while interacting with customers in a friendly manner.
  • Provided efficient and courteous service to customers.
  • Operated the cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges.
  • Utilized problem solving skills to effectively handle difficult situations.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money, balancing registers and reconciling discrepancies.

Education

Associate of Arts degree -

Chemeketa Community College
OR
01-2014

Skills

  • Dependable
  • System diagnostics
  • Effective communication
  • Manufacturing
  • Customer service experience
  • Well trained with various tools
  • Strong math and reading skills
  • Sales
  • Bilingual
  • Basic welding skills focused in TIG and ARC Welding
  • Time management abilities
  • Problem resolution
  • Receiving and processing shipments

Certification

• Life & Health Insurance License, 05/31/26, 05/31/28
• Property & Casualty License, 05/31/26, 05/31/28

Languages

  • Spanish, Fluent
  • English, Fluent

Timeline

Insurance Agent

Century Benefits
02.2026 - 07.2026

TAB Technician

Northwest Engineering Service, Inc.
03.2023 - 01.2026

Install Technician

Specialty Heating & Cooling
04.2022 - 03.2023

Production Worker

Milgard Manufacturing Inc
06.2019 - 03.2022

General Laborer

D-Stake Mill
07.2017 - 05.2019

Roofer

Fisher Roofing
12.2016 - 07.2017

Cashier/ Customer Service

Bi-Mart Corporation
06.2012 - 12.2016

Associate of Arts degree -

Chemeketa Community College
IVAN VARGAS TORRES