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Juan Carlos Virla

Chicago,IL

Summary

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER.

More than 10 years of experience working as an electrical engineer in different countries, Venezuela, Chile and Colombia.

Specialized works in installations

general electrical, assembly of transformer banks, electrical panels,

branch circuits in general, photovoltaic systems, assembly of lighting systems, preparation of technical reports.

HVAC Technician, with 2 years of experience in Chicago Illinois, EPA 608 license

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HVAC Technician

GIANT HVAC
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
  • Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
  • Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
  • Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
  • Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
  • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
  • Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
  • Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
  • Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
  • Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
  • Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
  • Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
  • Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
  • Tested wires and connections using multimeters and other testing devices.
  • Mounted and installed cables, outlets, switches and other electrical components.

Electrical Engineer

My Self Reliance
02.2012 - 02.2021
  • Provided on-site engineering and technical services during installation and fielding processes.
  • Identified specific cables, fuses and circuit breakers required for assigned installations.
  • Evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
  • Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.

Education

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER -

UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES
VENEZUELA

Skills

  • Maintenance and Repair Records
  • Repairing Refrigeration Systems
  • Dedicated Team Player
  • Water Heater Maintenance
  • Electrical Component Evaluation
  • CAD Software and Equipment
  • Microsoft Windows Expertise
  • Electrical Installations

Certification

EPA 608 UNIVERSAL


Timeline

HVAC Technician

GIANT HVAC
01.2022 - 07.2023

Electrical Engineer

My Self Reliance
02.2012 - 02.2021

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER -

UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES
Juan Carlos Virla