Joaquin Torres
Lakeport,CA
Summary
Hard-working, personable HVAC technician with over nine years of experience installing residential and commercial equipment. Team player with a consistently professional, courteous attitude towards customers and staff. Focus on delivering quality work. Hands on work motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Installation Technician
AC&R Service Heating & Cooling
Ukiah, CA
01.2011 - 01.2013
- A highly skilled individual with experience installing and maintaining electric,natural/propane related equipment in accordance with manufacturers specifications.
- Interacting with homeowners to ensure understanding of required work.
- Directed the daily activities of 4 install technicians to successfully complete installation of HVAC equipment.
- Test systems installed for proper operation.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventative maintenance.
- Tracked inventory and filled orders as needed.
- Assisted with receiving of parts, supplies and equipment.
- Assisted in the creation and construction of blue prints and HVAC systems.
HVAC Technician
Lahaina Air Conditioning Ltd
Maui Meadows, HI
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Promoted to the role of HVAC technician after demonstrating continued reliability and growth.
- Assisted HVAC technicians on calls to repair and service residential and commercial cooling systems.
- Commercial and residential units installations and preventative maintenance.
- Proven effective working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Uses a variety of hand and power tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to mount, assemble and install units.
- Eagerness and willingness to learn and receive instruction/direction from qualified HVAC technicians.
- Prepares systems or equipment parts and materials as needed.
HVAC Technician
AC&R Service Heating & Cooling
Ukiah, CA
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Handled the inspection, repair, installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems.
- Complete work orders in a timely manner.
- Performed general maintenance tasks to Keep vehicles, equipment and tools in good conditions.
- Maintained a professional and pleasant relationship with customers and co-workers resulting in higher levels of customer satisfaction.
- Clearly explained the features and benefits of a wide range of products to customers.
- Examine heating, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems for signs of malfunction and defects.
- Completed circuits by connecting systems to sources of electricity, refrigerant, Fuel or water and testing all connections for integrity.
- Consulted with customers to trace malfunctions and identify root causes, completing speedy repairs to return full performance levels of equipment.
- Lead HVAC technician assistance experience.
- Able to carry out complex or simple instructions with very little supervision.
Hvac Apprentice
All-temp Heating & Cooling
Lakeport, CA
01.2004 - 01.2026
- Diligent apprentice gaining knowledge of commercial and residential installation and maintenance.
- Monitored building environmental conditions, including adjustment of thermostats.
- Complete through inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Optimize performance by balancing airflow systems and calibrating controls.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities to meet project deadlines.
- Complete understanding of duct systems to ensure airflow is sufficient.
- Provide general assistance for installation, alterations, maintenance and repairs of HVAC systems.
Education
General Studies
Natural High School
Lakeport, CA06.2003
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of refrigeration systems
- Preventative maintenance
- Extensive field experience
- Excellent problem solver
- Equipment calibration
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- EPA universal certification
- Residential and commercial Installation experience
- Retrofit and new construction experience
- Effective communicator
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Installation Technician
AC&R Service Heating & Cooling
01.2011 - 01.2013
HVAC Technician
AC&R Service Heating & Cooling
01.2007 - 01.2011
HVAC Technician
Lahaina Air Conditioning Ltd
01.2006 - 01.2007
Hvac Apprentice
All-temp Heating & Cooling
01.2004 - 01.2026
General Studies
Natural High School