Jeremy Sands
Red Bank,TN
Summary
Experienced professional certified in HVAC/R and mechanics seeking a long-term opportunity to apply skills in maintenance and repair of HVAC/R equipment. With over 10 years of combined maintenance experience, possesses strong knowledge of HVAC/R, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment and parts. Additionally, has extensive experience working with hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic equipment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Preformed preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment failures of HVAC air handler units located with the facility.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Parts Specialist / Facility Maintenance
United Refrigeration, Inc.
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Certified HVAC/R technician that assisted contractors in selecting proper HVAC equipment, replacement components and supplies.
- Responsible for maintenance preformed at branch facility including coil cleaning, regular filter changes and repairs to warehouse unit heaters (electrical and mechanical).
- Assisted customers with parts selection, improving satisfaction by providing accurate information.
- Well versed in the use and selection of hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and reduce shortages.
- Certified forklift operator.
Full Time Student
Chattanooga State Community College
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Studied full time at the TCAT facility for certification as a HVAC/R technician
- Hands on experience in maintenance of equipment, diagnosis and troubleshooting, use of hand tools and diagnostic equipment
- Received certification for EPA Universal section608 for recovery and handling of all refrigerants
Electromechanical Technician II
Edwin Bohr Electronics
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Diagnosed, repaired and rebuilt mechanical, electrical and pneumatic locomotive equipment and components
- Use of mill, sand blasting cabinet, power tools and hand tools for tearing down, preparing and rebuilding equipment
Press Operator
Chattanooga Publishing Company
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Operated press folder, adjust registration and tend paper rolls
- Operated lift systems used in loading paper rolls
- Maintained and repaired hydraulic lifts, greased main bearings and cleaned press rollers
Tool Maker/CNC Operator
Peru Tool & Die
03.2013 - 01.2018
- Operated lathes, horizontal and vertical mills for production of custom parts
- Preformed mechanical and hydraulic repairs of machinery
- Regularly used micrometers and dial calipers to insure product specifications
- Maintained equipment and machinery, checked belt tensions, inspected hydraulic lines and greased bearings
- Created blueprints and fabricated tools used in gauging products
Marine Technician
Anchor Inn Marina
12.2006 - 03.2013
- Repaired and maintained inboard and outboard engines, both2 stroke and4 stroke
- Winterized engines and boats
- Operated60 ton sling lift and yard tractors
- Preformed electric diagnostics and repairs on marine equipment
- Pressure washed boat hulls
Motorcycle & Marine Engine Technician
Chattanooga State Community College
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Trained in2 stroke and4 stroke theory of internal combustion engines
- First hand experience with diagnostic tools for mechanical and electrical
Automotive Technician/Assistant Manager
Lube Max
06.1996 - 12.2005
- Preformed full maintenance of automobiles including greasing suspension, AC recovery and recharging, coolant flush, oil changes, hydraulic brake replacement and repairs, filter changes and tune up of ignition systems
- Utilized pneumatic tools, power tools, hand tools, acid bath and solvent cleaning station
Education
HVAC/R Technician -
Chattanooga State Community College
12.2021
Motorcycle & Marine Engine Technology - undefined
Chattanooga State Community College
12.2006
High School Student - undefined
Ottawa Township High School
01.1996
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Hand and power tools
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment Repair
- Hand tools expertise
- Tool management
- HVAC systems
- Mechanical expertise
Certification
- HVAC/R Technician Chattanooga State Community College Dec. 2021
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Forklift Certification
- Marine Engine Technician Chattanooga State Community College Dec. 2006
- Motorcycle Engine Technician Chattanooga State Community College Dec. 2006
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Parts Specialist / Facility Maintenance
United Refrigeration, Inc.
11.2021 - 02.2024
Full Time Student
Chattanooga State Community College
01.2021 - 12.2021
Electromechanical Technician II
Edwin Bohr Electronics
04.2019 - 06.2020
Press Operator
Chattanooga Publishing Company
01.2018 - 04.2019
Tool Maker/CNC Operator
Peru Tool & Die
03.2013 - 01.2018
Marine Technician
Anchor Inn Marina
12.2006 - 03.2013
Motorcycle & Marine Engine Technician
Chattanooga State Community College
01.2006 - 12.2006
Automotive Technician/Assistant Manager
Lube Max
06.1996 - 12.2005
Motorcycle & Marine Engine Technology - undefined
Chattanooga State Community College
High School Student - undefined
Ottawa Township High School
- HVAC/R Technician Chattanooga State Community College Dec. 2021
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Forklift Certification
- Marine Engine Technician Chattanooga State Community College Dec. 2006
- Motorcycle Engine Technician Chattanooga State Community College Dec. 2006
HVAC/R Technician -
Chattanooga State Community College
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