Marcel Chapman
Somerset,New Jersey
Summary
Motivated HVAC student with a 3.9 GPA and EPA Universal Certification seeking an entry-level HVAC technician/helper role. Hands-on training with refrigeration systems, electrical diagnostics, and heating components through technical labs.
Availability: Apprenticeship or Entry-level Technician
Schedule: Willing to work overtime, weekends, and emergency service calls.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Manager
SealMaster
Manville, NJ
07.2023 - Current
Support sales efforts by addressing customer inquiries and processing sales transactions, assist customers with order fulfillment, maintain shop and warehouse organization, pump sealer into customer seal tanks, and
operate forklift and hand truck
Forklift Operator
Reckitt-Benckiser
Hillsborough, NJ
02.2022 - 06.2023
Loaded trailers safely at designated loading dock, completed forklift inspection sheet to ensure equipment safety and compliance, changed/charged forklift batteries, and followed production schedule to meet targets
Warehouse Manager
Nastasi Foods
Woodbridge, NJ
05.2019 - 01.2022
Oversaw receiving and distribution operations, implemented operational policies and procedures, motivated and disciplined staff, maintained awareness of condition/location of vehicles, and assisted with deliveries, where required
Crew Member
Sam’s Club
Temple, PA
08.2017 - 03.2019
Stocked received items from shipments, assisted customer with loading bulk purchases, unloaded shipments/stocked shelves neatly, lifted up to 80 lbs. of merchandise, and displayed safe use of forklift operation
Laborer/Glazier
Tectonic Ind.
New York, NY
11.2012 - 10.2016
Operated various general construction equipment and hand/power tools, ensured compliance to plans for construction projects, and maintained systems, monitoring for any modifications
Education
HVAC Technology Diploma Program - true
Lincoln Technical Institute
Union, NJ09-2026
High School Diploma - Perth Amboy, NJ
Civics Justice Corp
Perth Amboy, NJ06-2012
Skills
- Knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration units
- Refrigerant handling
- Refrigeration cycle operation
- Heating diagnostics
- Electrical fundamentals
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Understanding of OSHA safety procedures
- Knowledge of HVAC tools (multimeters, gauges)
- Reliable
- Punctual
- Ability to work in a team
- Great customer service skills
Technical Training
Lincoln Technical Institute – Union, NJ | HVAC Technology Program (Expected Sept 2026) | GPA: 3.9
Completed: Basic Refrigeration Systems, Intro to Climate Control Systems, Electricity, Heating Systems I & II
Upcoming: Advanced Electrical & Troubleshooting, Commercial AC/Refrigeration Troubleshooting, Commercial Refrigeration, AC Design & Energy Conservation, AC Systems
Hands-On HVAC Lab Experience
Performed practical HVAC system diagnostics and component testing in a lab training environment.
- Identified and analyzed compressors, condensers, evaporators, and metering devices
- Practiced refrigeration cycle operation and system troubleshooting
- Tested electrical circuits and components using multimeters
- Diagnosed heating system components and controls
- Practiced safe refrigerant handling procedures
- Completed system performance evaluations through lab testing
- Demonstrated OSHA safety practices while working with HVAC equipment
Tools & Equipment
HVAC: Manifold gauges, recovery machines, vacuum pumps, thermometers, pressure gauges
Electrical: Digital multimeters, voltage testers
General: Hand & power tools, mechanical troubleshooting tools
Material Handling: Forklifts and warehouse equipment
Certification
- EPA Section 608 (Universal)
- OSHA Safety Certification
- Work Ethics Certification
- Forklift certification
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Store Manager
SealMaster
07.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
Reckitt-Benckiser
02.2022 - 06.2023
Warehouse Manager
Nastasi Foods
05.2019 - 01.2022
Crew Member
Sam’s Club
08.2017 - 03.2019
Laborer/Glazier
Tectonic Ind.
11.2012 - 10.2016
HVAC Technology Diploma Program - true
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma - Perth Amboy, NJ
Civics Justice Corp