Marin Rodriguez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Driven HVAC Contractor and Welder/Robotics Engineer with a proven track record at Rodz Heating And Cooling and Centeral Steel, respectively. Excelled in system troubleshooting and robotic applications, enhancing HVAC system efficiency and project management. A dedicated team player, adept at leveraging technical troubleshooting and fabrication skills to deliver top-quality results, achieving significant cost savings and safety improvements. Hardworking HVAC professional offering proven history in managing 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
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Contractor
Rodz Heating And Cooling
07.1999 - Current
- 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.
- Tested chemical levels in refrigerators and freezers to verify compliance with regulations.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Monitored building environmental conditions.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Evaluated status of refrigeration liquids for safety and compliance purposes.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Closed out work orders after verifying completion with customers and reporting discrepancies discovered on job site.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Reviewed work of external and internal contractors to guarantee consistency with quality and safety standards.
- Replaced bearings, pump seals and packing.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
- Surveyed building layout and gathered materials before beginning repairs.
- Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Supplied technical assistance to customers over phone using simple troubleshooting techniques.
- Programmed computerized energy management systems and verified proper functionality.
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
- Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
Welder/Robotics Engineer
Centeral Steel
05.1994 - Current
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Created applications to meet diverse needs and design requirements.
- Built, configured or tested robots or robotic applications.
- Processed or interpreted signals or sensor data.
- Outlined and programmed routines and parameters for different robotic systems.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Education
IRC5 Basic Programming
Wolf Robotics
06.2019
Commercial Regieration
Johnstone University
Chicago04.2009
Rheem 34" 90 Plus Furncace
Technician Certification
01.2009
Handling, Use And Recovery of R-410A
Mainstream Engineering Corporration
09.2006
Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
Enviormental Technical Institue
Chicago07.1999
"A" Series Operations
Panasonic Factory Automation Robot Service Group
11.1998
EPA Universal
Vatterott College - Fairview Heights
Fairview Heights, IL06.1995
Electrical Theory & Application
Enviormental Technical Institue
03.1994
Welder
Professional Service Industries
Chicago01.1992
Skills
- Energy management
- Sales Support
- Estimating costs
- Ventilation Systems
- HVAC system design
- Control systems
- Electrical Wiring
- Equipment Installation
- System Troubleshooting
- Electrical and pneumatic controls
- RS sheets and floor plans
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Single compressor systems
- Package and split systems
- Refrigeration system evacuation
- Diagnostic Techniques
- Recovering and recycling
- Heating principles knowledge
- HVAC and Refrigeration Systems
- Focused on safety
- Quality-focused
- Dedicated Team Player
- EPA requirements knowledge
- Stick Welding
- Pipe fitting
- Torch cutting
- Surface Preparation
- Blueprint Reading
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Equipment Operation
- Structural welding
- Project Management
- Steel Fabrication
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
HVAC Contractor
Rodz Heating And Cooling
07.1999 - Current
Welder/Robotics Engineer
Centeral Steel
05.1994 - Current
IRC5 Basic Programming
Wolf Robotics
Commercial Regieration
Johnstone University
Rheem 34" 90 Plus Furncace
Technician Certification
Handling, Use And Recovery of R-410A
Mainstream Engineering Corporration
Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
Enviormental Technical Institue
"A" Series Operations
Panasonic Factory Automation Robot Service Group
EPA Universal
Vatterott College - Fairview Heights
Electrical Theory & Application
Enviormental Technical Institue
Welder
Professional Service Industries
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