JACOB WOODARD
HVAC/R Tech
Mason City
Summary
Dedicated HVAC/R professional with a proven track record in managing HVAC and commercial kitchen equipment needs for residential, commercial, and industrial clients through skillful and efficient repairs. Expertise includes Quality Assurance, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, Operational Security, HVAC systems, and electrical work. Recognized for reliability and a strong work ethic, consistently demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in every endeavor. Passionate about leveraging technical skills to enhance operational efficiency and ensure client satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
HVAC-R Service Technician
M&N Heating And Cooling
08.2022 - Current
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
- Tested automatic, programmable, and wireless thermostats in residential or commercial buildings to decrease energy usage.
- Responded to emergency HVAC service requests promptly; finding swift resolutions.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Located and marked pipe positions, hole passages and duct connections in walls and floors.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
- Streamlined service processes, effectively managing work orders and scheduling appointments as needed.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities, often troubleshooting and repairing complex HVAC-R issues under challenging conditions.
- Increased overall productivity by consistently completing tasks within projected timeframes, reducing need for follow-up visits.
- Collaborated with other technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Reduced downtime for businesses by quickly diagnosing and resolving complex HVAC-R issues.
- Provided detailed documentation for each job completed, supporting accurate record-keeping efforts.
- Supported the training of junior technicians, sharing technical expertise to foster their skill development.
- Repaired, serviced, and maintained various commercial kitchen equipment in accordance with technical manuals.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturers' design specifications to determine HVAC equipment configuration and complete proper installation.
Mobile Maintenance Facility Technician
United States Marine Corps
01.2016 - 07.2022
- Inspected buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
- Maintained a SECRET security clearance for performance of applicable duty functions.
- Carried out building updates such as painting surfaces, replacing fixtures, and reorganizing rooms.
- Worked quickly on emergency requests in order to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment to load or unload trailers.
- Utilized surveillance equipment to monitor security of personnel and property.
- Secured storage of weapons, ammunition and explosives to prevent theft and accidents.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $10 Billion.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and on foot.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charles City High School
Charles City, IA01.2016
Apprenticeship Completion - Electrician, Maintenance, (any Industry)
United States Military Apprenticeship Program
05.2001 -
Skills
- Load Calculations
- Equipment Replacement
- System Tune up
- Blueprints and Specifications
- Leak Testing
- Wiring Installation
- Risk Assessment
- Data Collection
- Quality Assurance
- Chiller systems
- Electrical diagnostics
- Control wiring
- Client relationship development
- Blueprints and specifications
- HVAC system troubleshooting
Certification
EPA type I and type II certification
Timeline
HVAC-R Service Technician
M&N Heating And Cooling
08.2022 - Current
Completion of Apprenticeship for Electrician, Maintenance, (any Industry)
07-2022
EPA type I and type II certification
10-2016
Mobile Maintenance Facility Technician
United States Marine Corps
01.2016 - 07.2022
Apprenticeship Completion - Electrician, Maintenance, (any Industry)
United States Military Apprenticeship Program
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Charles City High School
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