Joshua Wood
Jonesville
Summary
Dynamic HVAC professional with extensive experience specializing in residential and commercial installations. Proven expertise in duct fabrication and electrical wiring, coupled with strong problem-solving skills. Consistently enhanced system performance and client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and effective project management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sheet Metal Duct Installer/HVAC Installer
Cooks Heating & Cooling
Rural Hall, North Carolina
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted in measuring and cutting sheet metal for duct installation.
- Learned to operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Gained knowledge of HVAC systems and ductwork design principles.
- Increased customer satisfaction by completing projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Completed complex installations requiring custom-fabricated components, showcasing strong problem-solving abilities.
- Improved overall project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and installing sheet metal ducts according to specifications.
- Mentored and trained new team members, sharing valuable knowledge and experience in sheet metal duct installation techniques.
- Troubleshot issues during the installation process, implementing effective solutions for optimal performance of the HVAC system.
Lead HVAC Installer
B&R Service, Inc
Wilkesboro, NC
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Installed HVAC systems according to industry regulations and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure system efficiency and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve installation issues promptly.
- I brazed and ran line sets, ran condensate drains, ran thermostat wire, ran duct, load calculations, zone systems, designed duct systems. I also cut in returns, supply holes, framed, carpentry work. Ran gas lines, smoke pipe. Retrofits, change outs, package units, mi I splits, split systems. Mainly residential.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves, and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
Lead HVAC Installer
Reavis Refrigeration
Harmony, NC
12.2022 - 05.2023
- I fabricated duct transitions and fittings. I also ran gas pipe as well as all of the wiring power and control. I worked on both commercial and residential HVAC systems. I performed change outs as well as new installs.
- In regards to duct I can also use a break machine, a Pittsburgh, a plasma cutter or can cut by hand.
- Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
- Increased client comfort levels by appropriately sizing and installing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems based on specific needs.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
HVAC Installer
Junior Collins HVAC
State Road, NC
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting to enhance system reliability and lifespan.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time while adhering to safety standards.
- I fabricated square duct, transitions and other fittings. I insulated, sealed and ran duct. I also cut, threaded and ran black iron gas pipe. Furthermore I also did all of the wiring, power for indoor, outdoor and package units, control wiring for indoor unit, outdoor unit, thermostat, safety switches, censors. I installed mini splits, P taks, and window units. I roughed in new construction jobs, start-up and sometimes troubleshooting
Education
Associate of Science - HVAC
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC05-2023
Skills
- Sheet metal bending
- Flange assembly
- Job site cleanup
- Power tools operation
- HVAC systems
- Flexible ductwork
- Hand tools proficiency
- Residential HVAC
- Duct fabrication
- Commercial HVAC
- Custom fittings
- Copper brazing
- Thermostat installation
- Pipe fitting
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Electrical wiring
- Cooling systems
- Problem-solving
- Power tool safety
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Power tool use
- Critical thinking
Certification
EPA Universal Certification
Timeline
Sheet Metal Duct Installer/HVAC Installer
Cooks Heating & Cooling
06.2025 - 05.2026
Lead HVAC Installer
B&R Service, Inc
05.2023 - 11.2024
Lead HVAC Installer
Reavis Refrigeration
12.2022 - 05.2023
HVAC Installer
Junior Collins HVAC
08.2021 - 09.2022
Associate of Science - HVAC
Surry Community College