James Muia
Bunker Hill,WV
Summary
Hardworking HVAC professional offering proven history in managing residential, commercial and industrial HVAC needs with skillful and efficient repairs. Adept at testing and inspecting systems to isolate faults and implement repair plans. Effectively align systems to meet manufacturer specifications and maximize performance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HVAC Engineer
Clark Facility Solutions
03.2020 - Current
- Performed scheduled preventive maintenance on electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Evaluated systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficiencies.
- Worked quickly on emergency requests in order to minimize disruptions to operations and customer.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment to load or unload trailers.
- Completed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to diagnose problems with equipment and systems.
- Drove compliance with regulations, building codes and health and safety standards.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Cleaned and lubricated components to maintain optimal performance.
Project Manager/HVAC Technician
Gills Heating And AIR
03.2008 - 03.2020
- Followed all company guidelines regarding safety procedures when out in field.
- Maintained high level of safety when using hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing and drilling of various types of installations.
- Educated and trained new hires on company processes, eliminating process gaps.
- Evaluated equipment to determine if it needed to be repaired or replaced.
- Completed timely project management within budget constraints on multi-faceted problems for executive leadership, while fostering meaningful relationships with contractors.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
HVAC Technician/Installer
Quality Hvac
03.2004 - 03.2008
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Optimized performance by balancing systems and calibrating controls.
- Consulted with customers to trace malfunctions and identify root causes, completing speedy repairs to return full performance levels.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
- Used meters and gauges for measuring and testing instruments to troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance and repair malfunctioning HVAC systems and components.
- Installed/ Serviced Boilers, Water Heaters and piping
HVAC Installer
Residential Comfort Systems
09.2002 - 03.2004
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Installed sheet metal, refrigerant lines, condensate, flex, solder, braze, gas lines, all phases of installs and completion
HVAC Installer
Design Air Heating & Cooling
09.2000 - 09.2002
Maintenance Technician
Clearbrook Park And Recreation
06.1998 - 09.2000
Education
High School Diploma -
James Wood High School
Winchester, VA06.2000
Skills
- Recovering and recycling
- Package and split systems
- Diagnostic techniques
- Variable speed drives
- Customer-focused
- Focused on safety
- HVAC change-out procedures expert
- Licensed Refrigeration Technician
- Boiler Install/Repair
- Chilled/Hot Water Coils
- Project Management
- BAS Operations Knowledge
- CMMS Operations Knowledge
Certification
- Active TS Clearance
- Master in Heating and A/C in Va
- Master in Gas Fitter in Va
- EPA Universal
- R-410A Technician
- Preventative Maintenance Technician
- Indoor Air Quality Technician
- Green HVAC/R
- HC/HFO
- Basic Service For Smardt chillers
- Scissor Lift/ Forklift
- Va UST Class A/B
- A2L Refrigerants
- OSHA 10 General Industry
- NSC First AID, CPR + AED
- Koldwater Technologies VFD Trainer
- Fujitsu HFI Tech Basic Service
- Backflow Prevention Device Worker in VA
- Carpentry/ Cabinet Making
- FlashShield Design And Installation
Timeline
HVAC Engineer
Clark Facility Solutions
03.2020 - Current
Project Manager/HVAC Technician
Gills Heating And AIR
03.2008 - 03.2020
HVAC Technician/Installer
Quality Hvac
03.2004 - 03.2008
HVAC Installer
Residential Comfort Systems
09.2002 - 03.2004
HVAC Installer
Design Air Heating & Cooling
09.2000 - 09.2002
Maintenance Technician
Clearbrook Park And Recreation
06.1998 - 09.2000
High School Diploma -
James Wood High School
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