Michael Schall, Jr
Ellsworth Air Force Base,SD
Summary
Detail-oriented Journeyman HVAC Technician, with 7 years experience, versed in troubleshooting and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Skilled at quickly identifying problems and clearly explaining issues to customers.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Technician - Journeyman
US Air Force
08.2019 - Current
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems on various military bases, including Guam, United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Kuwait, including stateside assignments at Ellsworth Air Force Base and Dyess Air Force Based (TDY assignment, Abilene, TX).
- Perform on call duties to travel to various job sites on military bases to address maintenance and repairs, including dormitories, server rooms, control towers, and large military aircraft (MQ-9 Reaper).
- Maintenance and repair of furnaces, boilers, package units, radiant heaters, mini-splits, chillers, pneumatic systems, pumps, contingency units and fabricating piping.
- Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Operated outside my field with plumbers and structural workers for fire suppression by hanging drywall in various facilities at Dyess AFB, earning commendations by the Squadron Commander at Dyess, as well as my home Base Commander.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
HVAC Apprentice
US Air Force
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Skilled Apprentice under senior-level Airmen and civilians, who have 20+ years of combined military and civilian service, to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Urgently respond to after-hour calls, frequently serving in an on-call capacity, to include extreme weather conditions.
- Completed EPA certification.
- Developed keen eye for detail and commitment to producing quality craftsmanship.
- Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
Education
CCAF (Associates Degree)
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL04.2024
Leadership, Management And Military Studies
Airman Leadership School
Ellsworth AFB10.2021
Skills
- Technical Troubleshooting/Diagnostic Expertise
- Package and Split Systems
- EPA Requirements Knowledge
- HVAC System Design, including brazing and soldering
- Schematic Review and Interpretation
- Cooling Systems Maintenance
- HVAC, Refrigeration and Ventilation Systems
- Boilers and Chillers
- Valid Driver's License
- Quality-Focused
- Dedicated Team Player
- Security Clearance
Awards
10/2021 - Academic Achievement Award
3/2021 - Commander Coin, Dyess AFB
5/2021 - Wing Commander Coin
1/2022 - Mission Support Group Coin
9/2022 - Mission Support Group Coin
3/2023 - Safety Award (Kuwait)
6/2023 - Achievement Award
4/2023 - Customer Service Award
10/23 - Joint Service Award
Timeline
HVAC Technician - Journeyman
US Air Force
08.2019 - Current
HVAC Apprentice
US Air Force
08.2017 - 08.2019
CCAF (Associates Degree)
Community College of The Air Force
Leadership, Management And Military Studies
Airman Leadership School
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