Sothorn C Damlong
San Diego
Summary
Dedicated professional journeyman with expertise in HVAC ductwork installation and quality inspection. Strong time management and organizational skills contribute to maintaining safety standards and enhancing team performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheet Metal Journeyman
BCM Mechanical
Poway, California
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Installed and assembled HVAC ductwork in residential and commercial buildings.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all fabrication processes.
- Maintained inventory of materials and tools for efficient operations.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished metal products before installation.
- Measured, cut, bent and formed materials using hand tools such as shears and hammers.
- Utilized grinders for smoothing rough edges on sheet metal pieces.
- Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tool requirements.
- Fabricated and installed sheet metal ductwork, roof curbs, wall panels, flashing, and other components according to blueprints.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw material supplies needed for production runs.
- Assembled duct systems using screws or rivets.
- Operated forklifts to move materials throughout the shop area.
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
Installer
BH Mechanical
Spring Valley, California
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to follow installation specifications accurately.
- Utilized hand and power tools safely during installation processes.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within scheduled timelines.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant security protocols during installation process.
- Developed strategies to improve system performance and reliability by making recommendations regarding upgrades or changes in design specifications.
- Implemented custom installations based on client specifications, maintaining high standards of quality and aesthetics.
HVAC Installer
20/20 Plumbing and Heating Inc.
San Marcos, California
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings following industry standards.
- Utilized hand tools and power equipment for installation and repair tasks effectively.
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing installations and maintenance activities on-site.
- 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.
- Assisted in the fabrication of sheet metal ducts for ventilation systems.
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- 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.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Modesto High School
Modesto, CA07-1991
Skills
- HVAC installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Metal fabrication
- Quality inspection
- Equipment operation
- Time management
- Seaming methods
- Sheet metal repair
- Air duct assembly
- Power tools operation
- Hand tools proficiency
- Metal cutting
- Cutting and shearing
- Power tool safety
- Trim seams
- Fabricate ducts
- Self motivation
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sheet Metal Journeyman
BCM Mechanical
09.2024 - 10.2025
Installer
BH Mechanical
06.2023 - 09.2024
HVAC Installer
20/20 Plumbing and Heating Inc.
12.2021 - 09.2022
Diploma - General Studies
Modesto High School