Johnny Benavidez
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented HVAC Technician with proven skills in installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems. Committed to safety and efficiency, with a strong focus on troubleshooting and customer satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
HVAC Technician
Sun City plumbing and cooling
las cruces , NM
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
cook
Village inn
Las Cruces, New Mexico
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Monitored food quality and presentation before serving to customers.
- Followed all safety regulations and food handling procedures consistently.
- Adapted menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Framer
Team Construction Co
Las Cruces, New Mexico
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Constructed wooden frames for residential and commercial buildings.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate measurements and cuts.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline framing processes.
- Operated hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
- Applied building codes and safety regulations during framing tasks.
- Assisted in training new workers on framing techniques and safety practices.
- Measured and cut lumber to specified dimensions using a hand saw, power miter saw, or radial arm saw.
- Inspected finished frames for quality and structural integrity.
- Coordinated with other trades to ensure timely project completion.
Plumber
Affordable Plumbing and Heat
Las Cruces, New Mexico
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Installed plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed and repaired leaks in pipes and fixtures.
- Performed routine maintenance on heating systems and water heaters.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate plumbing products and solutions.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
HVAC Technician
B & H Mechanical
Las Cruces, New Mexico
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Diagnosed and repaired heating and cooling equipment effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC units to ensure efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of service performed on equipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex HVAC issues for clients.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
- Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
HVAC Technician
Evolution Builders
Las Cruces, New Mexico
02.2010 - 01.2012
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC units to ensure efficiency.
- Educated clients on proper HVAC system usage and care.
- Maintained accurate records of service performed on equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working on job sites.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
- Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
HVAC Technician
Frontline heating & Cooling
Las Cruces, New Mexico
03.2007 - 02.2010
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC units to ensure efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete service calls promptly.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
- Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
- Calibrated thermostats, tested capacitors and checked refrigerant levels for proper functioning of the system.
Education
Graduate Certificate - CDL
DACC Workforce Development & Caree Readiness
Las Cruces, NM11-2025
Graduate Certificate - HVAC
Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM08-2005
GED -
Eastern New Mexico
Roswell, NM05-1995
Skills
- A/C troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- HVAC system design
- Duct installation
- Technical documentation
- Energy auditing
- Customer service
- Parts ordering
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Job costing
- Effective communication
- Blueprint reading
- Gas furnaces
- Airflow testing
- Commercial refrigeration
- Focused on safety
- Hazardous materials training
- HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Insulation materials
- HVAC/MEP design
- System upgrades
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
HVAC
Timeline
HVAC Technician
Sun City plumbing and cooling
07.2022 - 01.2025
cook
Village inn
08.2014 - 07.2015
Framer
Team Construction Co
01.2014 - 09.2014
Plumber
Affordable Plumbing and Heat
01.2013 - 01.2014
HVAC Technician
B & H Mechanical
01.2012 - 01.2013
HVAC Technician
Evolution Builders
02.2010 - 01.2012
HVAC Technician
Frontline heating & Cooling
03.2007 - 02.2010
Graduate Certificate - CDL
DACC Workforce Development & Caree Readiness
Graduate Certificate - HVAC
Dona Ana Community College
GED -
Eastern New Mexico