Jesse VanVoorhees
Onalaska,WI
Summary
Lead installer and service tech. An accomplished HVAC technician in Heating, Air Conditioning. Experienced in inspecting, servicing, repairing and installing all types of equipment. I am very experienced in operating a full range of heavy equipment and have over 6+ years in General Laborer work as well as delivering and servicing equipment over the road. EPA Certified Welding and custom fabrication,Dump Trucks Customer Service Front Loaders Delivery/30ft trailer Forklifts Excavators Independent Able to multi task Home repair including plumbing and electrical Drywall, painting, and roofing Very mechanically inclined and customer oriented. Detail-oriented Battery Technician with excellent technical knowledge and electrical experience. Successful at managing high volumes of work and handling different types of batteries. Focused on supporting business operations with accurate disassembly, repair and installation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Glazer
Lacrosse Glass
La Crosse, WI
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Fabricated metal framing components used in the production of window units.
- Installed hardware such as locks, hinges, and closers. on window units.
- Grouted glass panels using silicone sealant or other adhesives.
- Drilled holes into walls and fitted frames into openings to install windows and doors.
- Power tools such as drills, saws, grinders, and sanders were used to shape metal components.
- Lifted heavy objects such as large sheets of glass and window frames onto workbenches safely.
- Assisted in loading trucks with finished products for delivery to customers' sites.
- Replaced broken seals between panes of insulated glass units.
- Set glass doors into frames and bolted metal hinges, handles, locks, and other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls.
Lead Field Technician
Concentric
La Crosse, WI
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Service and maintenance on commercial batteries
- Pickup and delivery customer service.
- Inspected, tested, and diagnosed battery issues to determine necessary repairs.
- Replaced defective parts such as cells, terminals, connectors, and cables.
- Maintained records of all services provided including type of service performed and date completed.
- Cleaned and serviced existing batteries to ensure optimal performance levels were maintained.
- Repaired damaged batteries by replacing corroded connections or faulty components.
- Monitored inventory levels of required replacement parts to ensure adequate stock was always available.
- Documented all work performed according to company policies and procedures.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed when handling hazardous materials associated with battery servicing operations.
- Used hand and power tools to work safely with different types of batteries.
HVAC Installer
Schneider Heating & Air Conditioning
Onalaska, WI
07.2018 - 02.2023
- Job duties include installing new and/or replacing residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and ventilation/air/water quality units and products for optimum temperature control and air quality
- May perform a variety of duties, such as sheet metal ductwork/installation, gas/refrigeration piping, electrical wiring and/or plumbing.
- Troubleshot HVAC system issues using appropriate tools and test equipment.
- Installed condensate lines, gas piping, venting systems for water heating appliances, exhaust fans.
- Assisted in the fabrication of sheet metal ducts for ventilation systems.
- Skilled in every line of HVAC
- Pulled electrical wiring for new installations or repairs to existing HVAC systems.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety hazards or obstacles that could affect the job.
- Calculated load requirements to determine correct size of equipment needed for each application.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts as necessary during service calls.
- Maintained accurate records of all jobs completed with detailed notes about services rendered or materials used.
- Provided customers with information regarding product warranties and operating instructions after completion of service calls.
- Identified customer needs by asking pertinent questions about their comfort levels and usage patterns.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable codes when installing new HVAC systems.
- Followed manufacturer's specifications for installation and repair procedures.
- 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.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working onsite at customer locations.
- Cleaned up job site upon completion of work to ensure a safe environment for customers.
- Communicated regularly with supervisor regarding progress on projects and any challenges encountered during the course of work.
- Attended training sessions related to new products or techniques in order to stay current in industry standards.
- Participated in team meetings with other members of the organization in order to discuss upcoming projects or areas needing improvement.
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
- Serviced units to residential and commercial heating and air conditioning customers.
- Maintained safe working environment with proper execution of HVAC guidelines and usage of PPE equipment.
- Attended employee meetings and training to learn about new techniques, trends and technologies.
- Used troubleshooting methods on HVAC components to diagnose and repair heat pumps, fireplace, geothermal, furnaces and air conditioning equipment.
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Conducted brazing, threading pipe and [Type] tasks to complete service calls.
- Answered service calls to address ventilation, air conditioning and heating system issues.
- Reviewed worklists from supervisor to interpret project details and instructions.
- Interpreted construction drawings and cut sheets in field.
- Collaborated with contractor representatives, supervisors, co-workers and sub-contractors on job sites to streamline operations.
- Reported problems with company tools and vehicles to crew foreman for quick resolution.
- Presented job proposals for service repair or new units for new and existing customers.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
- Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
- Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
- Installed, maintained and repaired commercial refrigeration systems.
- Promptly responded to complaints about temperature problems during massive heatwave and conducted assessments to determine causes and target solutions.
- Assessed efficiency of HVAC and refrigeration systems to provide feedback to customers.
- Retained careful and thorough maintenance and repair records in case customers required future service.
- Adept at reading blue prints of electrical equipment.
- Analyzed, modified and repaired digital control systems.
- Serviced electrical, pneumatic, mechanical and microprocessor controls.
- Overhauled and repaired reciprocating and centrifugal compressors.
- Examined and repaired variable frequency drives.
- Complied with engineering standards and practices at all times, including cGMPs.
- Installed and maintained ammonia-based refrigeration equipment.
- Scan-tested HEPA filters at specified flow rates.
- Tested all electromechanical systems on campus equipment.
- Drafted pre-task plans and JSAs.
- Employed computer-aided software to design blueprints.
- Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
- Tested pipe, tubing joints and connections for leaks.
- Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment.
- Inspected job site before project start to identify obstacles and resolve issues.
- Repaired and modified heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency.
- Cut and drilled holes in floors, walls and roofs to install equipment using power saws and drills.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Put in new gas lines, wiring and other support components for HVAC systems.
- Communicated with clients during service calls for top-quality customer service.
- Tested equipment following each install to determine efficiency and proper functionality.
- Tracked repairs made, labor time and parts used to calculate bill.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
- Repaired parts by using technical knowledge, special tools and soldering skills.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Installed furnaces, boilers and A/C units in new and existing buildings and assessed functionality of existing units.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Loaded materials, tools and HVAC equipment on truck at beginning of each shift.
- Led teams to complete large installation projects on time and within specific parameters outlined in customer documentation.
Truck Driver/Shipping Clerk
LKQ Corporation
West Monroe, LA
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Driving a 30 ft Van body truck delivering parts from one warehouse to another
- Packaging and picking parts
- Paperwork and supervising others in my department.
Lead installer and Service Tech
Airworxs
Monroe, LA
03.2015 - 10.2016
- Sales on designed, install and replacement for HVAC systems in residential and commercial building and delivery
- Remodel and replacement of systems
- Proficient in electrical, plumbing and managing time as well as multi tasking
- Installation of refrigeration, AC units, heat pumps
- Supervised jobs to oversee worked is proficient and done in a timely manner with my crew that I over seen.
Lead Technician
Don's Plumbing & Heating
Tomah, WI
08.2011 - 02.2013
- Installation and building customer duct work, operating layout tables
- Investigated problems and performed repairs on various mechanical and electrical equipment in heating, cooling and ventilation systems
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems, installed, relocated and expanded existing systems, inspected, tested and repaired high pressure pipes, pumps and all general maintenance
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with CAT Front End Loader and Skid Loader.
Maintenance Tech/Skilled Laborer
Gebhardt MFG
Warrens, WI
12.2007 - 08.2011
- Placing orders for customers, as well as using machine shop type equipment
- Load and unload building materials and delivered finished products
- Delivered over the road.
Education
CDL A - CDL A
Diesel Truck Driver Training School
Sun Prairie, WI05-2024
High School Diploma -
Tomah High School
Tomah, WI05-1996
Skills
- HVAC Design
- Van Driver
- Loader Operation
- HVAC/R
- Roofing
- Plumbing
- Welding
- Refrigeration
- Carpentry
- Electrical Experience
- Landscape Maintenance
- Facilities Maintenance
- Attentive to detail
- Measuring accuracy
- Equipment Installation
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Diagnostic Skills
- Electrical Systems Expertise
- Field service experience
- Inspection procedures
- Maintenance and repair
- Air brake systems
- Attention to Detail
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- CDL A-Diesel Truck Driver Training School
- Hazmat Certified
- Air Brakes
Timeline
Glazer
Lacrosse Glass
09.2023 - 02.2024
Lead Field Technician
Concentric
02.2023 - 09.2023
HVAC Installer
Schneider Heating & Air Conditioning
07.2018 - 02.2023
Truck Driver/Shipping Clerk
LKQ Corporation
10.2016 - 07.2018
Lead installer and Service Tech
Airworxs
03.2015 - 10.2016
Lead Technician
Don's Plumbing & Heating
08.2011 - 02.2013
Maintenance Tech/Skilled Laborer
Gebhardt MFG
12.2007 - 08.2011
CDL A - CDL A
Diesel Truck Driver Training School
High School Diploma -
Tomah High School