Juan Rodriguez
Paramount,CA
Summary
Seeking to secure a position in Hvac/mechanical with a reputable company where I can apply my 18 years of experience in a fast paced environment. Eager to continue expanding my knowledge, contribute to team success and grow within the company.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter Foreman
Complete Thermal Services
Garden Grove, Ca
02.2023 - 01.2026
- Supervised pipefitting crew to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated installation of piping systems for various industrial applications.
- Trained new employees on pipefitting techniques and safety protocols.
- Inspected completed work for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Evaluated blueprints, diagrams, drawings and other specifications to plan layouts for piping systems.
- Inspected existing piping systems for potential issues or hazards prior to installation of new components.
Journeyman Pipefitter
ACCO Engineered Systems
Glendale, Ca
05.2019 - 02.2023
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Installed and maintained piping systems for commercial HVAC projects.
- Utilized various hand tools and power equipment for pipefitting tasks.
- Assemble and install valves, fittings, flanges and other related components.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Weld pipe sections or joints together using welding equipment.
- Cut, thread and assemble various types of piping materials such as copper, steel or plastic.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Hill Phoenix
Brea, CA
01.2015 - 05.2019
- – Overhead, Food cases low temp & med temp, W/I boxes, Evap coils, Compressor racks to condensers, tubs, Pipe boxes, Rtu units, condensation lines, Case drain lines, Insulating refrigerant lines, Strong brazing & soldering experience.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Air tec
Carson, CA
03.2011 - 12.2014
- - 2’’3’’4’’ Hot taps, Vav coils, Laying out pipe, Reading out blue prints, Retro fit ti, Chill water supply & return, Data computer rooms, Libert units, Water source heat pumps, Victaulic pipe, Boilers, MRI hospital rooms, Spilt systems, Humidifiers, Cooling towers, Air handlers, Chillers, Vrf, Central plants, Roof top units.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes and pipe systems in industrial settings.
- Repair leaks in existing plumbing systems utilizing appropriate methods such as soldering or brazing.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Integrated Mechanical Systems
Irwin Dale, CA
01.2008 - 02.2011
- – Installing split systems, Package units, Chill water systems, Cooling towers, Vav coils, Data computer rooms, Centrifugal systems, Retro fitting ti work, Slim Mitsubishi units, Hvac mechanical rooms, Hot water loops, Piping 2 & 3 way valves, Refrigerant lines.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Service Technician
Johnson Controls
Cypress, CA
11.2004 - 01.2008
- Service – Preventive maintenance on military power plants, Air cooled chiller maintenance, Cleaning centrifugal water tubes Replacing burn water pumps & broken fan blades on towers, Adjusting float valve or switch, Pressure washing scale build up on tower, Maintenance on air compressor for pneumatic control systems Running pneumatic tubing to valves, Replacing high & low pressure controls, changing out bad 2&3 way valves, Trouble shooting package units, replacing direct drive motors, fan belts, air filters, changing bad contactors, Start capacitors, relays, Experience performing customer service calls for troubleshooting & repairing equipment.
- Pipe fitter - Power plants , Chillers, Towers, Centrifugal, Splits sys, Chill water, Vav.
Pipefitter
K&S Air Conditioning
Orange, CA
04.2001 - 10.2004
- Pipe fitter – Retrofit Ti work, Spilt systems, Vav coils, Water source heat pumps, Chill & hot water loops, Under ground chill Water lines, Data computer rooms Liberts, Mechanical chiller rooms, Cooling towers, Condensation drain lines, Mitsubishi slim Units, MRI hospital rooms, Humidifiers, Boiler rooms, Daikin units, Evaporator coils in multiple stages, Refrigerant lines, Generators gas & vent pipe lines, Gas storage tanks, Hot taps, Multi family apartments condos & lofts, Storage facilities, Replace bad 2 & 3way belimo valves, Read blueprints & lay out, Set anchors trapeze hangers, Seismic, Braze, Soldering, Thread, Victaulic groove, Pvc, Copper, Black, Stainless.
Education
Certificate - HVAC/R EPA Universal certify
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA01-2005
High school or equivalent -
Paramount High school
Paramount, CA06-1997
Skills
- HVAC systems knowledge
- Piping installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Pipe threading
- Pipe hangers
- Pipe supports
- Brazing joints
- Grooved pipe installation
- Quality assurance
- Hands-on training
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Worksite professionalism
- Bilingual English/Spanish
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Pipefitter Foreman
Complete Thermal Services
02.2023 - 01.2026
Journeyman Pipefitter
ACCO Engineered Systems
05.2019 - 02.2023
Journeyman Pipefitter
Hill Phoenix
01.2015 - 05.2019
Journeyman Pipefitter
Air tec
03.2011 - 12.2014
Journeyman Pipefitter
Integrated Mechanical Systems
01.2008 - 02.2011
Service Technician
Johnson Controls
11.2004 - 01.2008
Pipefitter
K&S Air Conditioning
04.2001 - 10.2004
Certificate - HVAC/R EPA Universal certify
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
High school or equivalent -
Paramount High school