Overview
Work History
Education
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Leonard Collins

New York

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineer/Fire Safety Director

Madison Square Garden Co
09.1991 - 09.2021
  • 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
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
  • Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
  • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
  • Evaluated status of refrigeration liquids for safety and compliance purposes.
  • Consulted with project management during group installations.
  • Surveyed building layout and gathered materials before beginning repairs.
  • Tested chemical levels in refrigerators and freezers to verify compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained and repaired industrial chillers weighing up to [Number] tons.
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
  • Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
  • Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
  • Responded to emergency HVAC service requests promptly, finding swift resolutions.
  • Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
  • Located and marked pipe positions, hole passages and duct connections in walls and floors.
  • Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.

Watch Engineer

Empire State Building Company
11.1984 - 08.1991
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
  • Applied mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
  • Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed [Type] equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored use to rectify issues.

Education

No Degree - Refrigeration Machine Operator

Turner School
New York
04.1993

Skills

Certification Issued by FDNY: Refrigeration Engineer

Issued (06/07/2022)

Expiration ( 08/25/2025)

Certification Issued by FDNY: Torch Use of Flammable Gases

Issued (01/03/2022)

Expiration: (01/29/2026)

Certification Issued by FDNY: City Wide Sprinkler Systems

Issued: ( 01/03/2022)

Expiration: (01/29?2025)

Certification Issued by FDNY: City Wide Standpipe Systems

Issued : ( 01/03/2022)

Expiration: (01/29/2025)

Certification Issued by FDNY: 10-Operate and Maintain Air Compressors

Issued: (06/20/2023)

Expiration: (09/07/2026)

Certification Issued by FDNY: Indoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel

Issued: ( 09/20/2023)

Expiration: ( 09/07/2026)

Certification Issued by FDNY: Fire Guard For Torch Operations

Issued : (06/20/2023)

Expiration:( 09/07/2026)

Certification Issued by FDNY: Standpipe For Multi-Zone System

Issued:( 06/20/2023)

Expiration:(09/08/2026)

Certification Issued by FDNY: Citywide Fire Guard For Impairment

Issued: ( 09/20/2023)

Expiration: (09/07/2026

Certification

  • FSD - Fire Safety Director

Timeline

Engineer/Fire Safety Director

Madison Square Garden Co
09.1991 - 09.2021

Watch Engineer

Empire State Building Company
11.1984 - 08.1991

No Degree - Refrigeration Machine Operator

Turner School
Leonard Collins