Keli'i Miller-Po'a
94-742 Lumiauau St. DD5 Waipahu
Summary
Hard working resourceful Automotive/HVACR Technician recognized for efficiency in troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing HVAC systems. Excellent time management, communication and multitasking abilities paired with proficiency in installation operations.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Works very well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Always striving to obtain knowledge and advance my trade skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Air Conditioning/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & IMF
06.2023 - Current
- Successfully obtain and hold base security clearance.
- Keep Navy vessels Fit to Fight.
- Able to work within tight confined spaces in nuclear submarines.
- Learn Submarine/Ship Nomenclature.
- Work alongside Navy Personal.
- Abide and comply with Navy standards.
- Must pass all trade specific training required to become a journeyman.
- Understand theory and operation of all systems within our scope of work.
- Assist Journeyman in completing job successfully.
- Successfully Recover, Repair, Re-test and Recharge ac/r systems.
- Meet or exceed local and state E.P.A standards.
- Obtain E.P.A Universal License.
- Obtain E.P.A R-410A License.
- Willing to learn and work towards promotion plan for growth.
- Optimized system performance by detecting leaks, repairing or replacing damaged components as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex installations and repairs within tight deadlines.
- Ensured safety compliance through meticulous inspection of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, identifying potential hazards or issues.
- Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough diagnostics and implementing necessary repairs on refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
Automotive Technician
Mccully Union Service, Inc.
08.2019 - Current
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Capable of understanding electrical diagrams to repair electrical circuits.
- Accurately test and diagnose electrical issues.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
Automotive Technician
KT's Auto Repair
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
Parts Technician
Oreilly Auto Parts
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Handled all customer service issues quickly to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Met customer needs by looking up stock numbers and prices for various parts, identifying correct items and placing timely orders.
- Assisted customers by responding to complaints and offering updates on back-ordered parts.
- Verified shipments against receipts and provided advice to customers about right type of parts needed for specific projects.
- Examined returned parts for defects and exchanged defective parts or refunded money.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Concrete Finisher
HTC Construction
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality and code standards.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel and asphalt.
- Mixed, spread and patched concrete to specifications.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Reviewed all project documentation and blueprints to prioritize and schedule job tasks.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 100 pounds to move job materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stewart County High School
120 Robertson Hill Rd, Dover, TN 3705805.2014
Skills
- ASE Certification
- Troubleshooting and Diagnosing
- Electrical System Maintenance
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Parts Replacement
- Engine Tuning and Analysis
- Issue Resolution
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Safety Procedures
- Brake Systems
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Suspension Systems
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Heavy Lifting
- Quality Assurance
- NSTM-16
- Reciprocating Compressor Overhaul trained
- LPAD training
- Centrifugal A/C plants
- HRE Competent
- Submarine Safe
- EPA Certification
- Schematic reading
- HVAC System Troubleshooting
- Cooling systems maintenance
- Equipment Installation
- Refrigeration Systems
- System Maintenance
- Piping Systems
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Chiller systems
- Equipment Replacement
- Continuity Testing
- Brazing Techniques
- Electrical diagnostics
- EPA requirements knowledge
- Soldering
- System Troubleshooting
- Leak Checks
- MSDS knowledge
Certification
- ASE Certification ( Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning)
- E.P.A R-410A
- E.P.A 608 Certification ( Automotive)
- E.P.A 609 Certification: ( Universal )
- Type 1
- Type 2
- Type 3
- Carrier Hawaii ( Refrigeration Troubleshooting Course)
- Carrier Hawaii ( Electrical Troubleshooting Course )
- Respirator/Osenco Qualified
- Firewatch Qualified
- Award letter, SUBRON 7. ( PHNSY, FMB )
Timeline
Air Conditioning/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & IMF
06.2023 - Current
Automotive Technician
Mccully Union Service, Inc.
08.2019 - Current
Automotive Technician
KT's Auto Repair
03.2018 - 07.2019
Parts Technician
Oreilly Auto Parts
07.2016 - 01.2018
Concrete Finisher
HTC Construction
05.2015 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Stewart County High School