KEITH BUCHER
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Hardworking HVAC professional offering proven history in managing residential, commercial and industrial HVAC needs with skillful and efficient repairs. Adept at testing and inspecting systems to isolate faults and implement repair plans. Effectively align systems to meet manufacturer specifications and maximize performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HVAC/R INSTRUCTOR
YTI Career Institute
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students
- Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials
- Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimize progress
- Developed classroom guidelines and assignment rules to communicate expectations
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems
- Conducted classes and workshops for students on special topics of interest
- Trained students in HVAC fundamentals, equipment troubleshooting, problem diagnosis and repair
- Teach students the fundamentals of the operation of residential Heating and Air Conditioning equipment.
RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Jeff Wilbur
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase the life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine the root cause of issues
- Replaced bearings, pump seals and packing
- Monitored building environmental conditions, including adjusting thermostats, terminal units and mixing boxes
- Programmed computerized energy management systems and verified proper functionality
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts
- Closed out work orders after verifying completion with customers and reporting discrepancies discovered on the job site
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
BUILDING EQUIPMENT AND OPERATIONS
Donnelley Financial Solutions Inc.
12.2017 - 02.2019
- Performed scheduled maintenance on electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems
- Worked quickly on emergency requests to minimize disruptions to operations
- Completed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to diagnose problems with equipment and systems
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures
- Created and followed detailed maintenance schedules for 3 chillers
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components
- Repaired and diagnosed building HVAC computer ran systems.
BUSINESS OWNER
KB Mechanical
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Assembled auxiliary components to heating or cooling equipment, including air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems and package units in commercial and residential buildings
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions
- Consulted with customers to trace malfunctions and identify root causes, completing speedy repairs to return full performance levels
- Repaired or replaced defective equipment, components or wiring
- Led strategic initiatives, including screening, hiring and generating policy to maintain compliance with group goals
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks
- Input income and expense details into a database to track business finances and address variances
- Used print strategies such as newspaper ads, business catalogs and marketing brochures to bring in and capture new customer business.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
Houston, TX01.2002
Skills
- HVAC
- Air Conditioning
- Wiring Diagrams
- Planned Maintenance
- Plumbing
- Troubleshooting (Problem-solving)
- Operations
- Pipefitting
Certification
EPA, Pennsylvania, 02/01/2001
Timeline
HVAC/R INSTRUCTOR
YTI Career Institute
11.2021 - 10.2023
RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Jeff Wilbur
02.2019 - 10.2021
BUILDING EQUIPMENT AND OPERATIONS
Donnelley Financial Solutions Inc.
12.2017 - 02.2019
BUSINESS OWNER
KB Mechanical
01.2013 - 01.2017
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
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