Narendra Sookraj
Jamaica,USA
Summary
Highly meticulous engineer with a proven track record of excelling in multitasking and thriving under pressure. Possessing extensive experience in the field of commercial HVAC systems, adept at maintaining efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work consistently ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency in all projects undertaken.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sewage Treatment Worker
New York City Dept. Of Environmental Protection
Queens, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Operate, maintain and repair machinery, equipment, and structures in wastewater treatment plants, clean water storage and processing facilities, pumping stations, intercepting sewers, sludge treatment and disposal facilities.
- Operate, maintain, monitor and repair equipment such as regulators, diversion chambers, tide gates, pumps,sludge collecting treatment and disposal equipment, blowers, compressors, motors, air filters, chlorination equipment, centrifuges, heat exchanger equipment, valves, pipes; exchange water heaters; replace the motor in boilers.
- Take samples and perform tests relating to sewage composition and clean water quality; participate in the operation and monitoring of chemical bulk storage tanks, such as making periodic inspections and tests as required, reporting tank levels, monitoring leakage warning systems and deployment of spill containment devices.
- Read meters, gauges and charts and record the readings; keep operating logs and other records.
- Serve as confined space entry attendant, taking and monitoring gas readings, and all other necessary tasks as required by legal regulations.
- Clean and maintain structures, equipment and grounds; load sludge vessels and barges; operate vehicles and radio telephones; perform rigging and hoisting; handle grit, screenings, grease, and sludge; operate burning equipment; operate and maintain power tools; participate in training for Vactor Truck operations; and drive and operate Vactor trucks.
HVAC Engineer IV
New York Marriott Marquis
New York, NY
04.2020 - 07.2022
- Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication
- Identify, locate, and operate shut-off valves for equipment and utility shut-offs for building
- Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed
- Display thorough knowledge of building systems, emergency response, and building documentation including reading standard blue prints and electrical schematics concerning plumbing and HVAC
- Display advanced engineering operations skills and general mechanical ability
- Display professional journeyman level expertise in the following areas: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, general building management, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, and energy conservation
- Display solid knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials required to perform repair and maintenance tasks
- Safely perform highly complex repairs of the physical property, electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment, air conditioners and refrigeration
- Perform routine inspections of the entire property, noting safety hazards, lack of illumination, down equipment (such as Air Handlers, fans, extractors, pumps), and take immediate corrective action
- Inspect and repair all mechanical equipment including, but not limited to: appliances, HVAC, electrical and plumbing components, diagnose and repair of boilers, pumps and related components
- Use the Lockout/Tag-out system before performing any maintenance work
- Display thorough knowledge of maintenance contracts and vendors
- Display advanced knowledge of engineering computer programs related to preventative maintenance, energy management
- Perform advanced troubleshooting of hotel Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems
- Trained and mentor other engineers (e.g., Engineers I, II, and III) as necessary and supervise work in progress and act in a supervisory role in the absence of supervisors and/or management
- Perform Engineer on Duty responsibilities, including readings and rounds
Museum Maintainer, Engine Room Operations
Brooklyn Museum
Brooklyn, NY
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Perform responsible, independent work in all Museum mechanical and non-gallery
- Maintain an overall knowledge of facility operations and report status to management
- Carry out appropriate fire and safety team functions as deemed necessary by the Fire and Life Safety Director
- Make critical emergency repairs in all construction trade fields and take appropriate stopgap as a temporary fix
- Properly align motors, pumps, shafts, gearboxes, and couplings; repack pump seals; and replace mechanical seals
- Ensure that equipment is functioning accordingly and operate software associated with existing automation systems
- Operate, repair, test, and maintain all pumping and refrigeration engineering equipment as well as low pressure boilers
- Conduct daily work such as plumbing, roof weatherization, after-emergency cleanup, cleaning of mechanical equipment rooms, cleaning and repair of boilers/pumps and related equipment, painting, and repairs to the fire suppression systems
Plant Operator/Fire Life Safety Director
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Inspect and test all building and plant machinery, equipment and systems to ensure the safe and efficient operation
- Operate, repair, replace, maintain, and install all parts of physical plant machinery and equipment
- Responds to customer questions or requests demonstrating courteous and professional customer service
- Maintains a clean, orderly and secure work environment
- Ensures proper care and use of tools, equipment and materials
- Ensure secure and safe conditions for employees and visitors and provides services to protect MSKCC buildings
- Take necessary precautions to comply with institutional, departmental, or regulatory agency safety requirements and infection control standards
- Action-oriented and eager to embrace new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm
- Able to work effectively in an environment notable for complex, sometimes contradictory information
- Adept at building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives and goals
- Flexible in your approach and demeanor in order to align with the shifting demands of evolving circumstances
HVAC Service Apprentice
Ravi's HVAC Services
Queens Village, NY
08.2010 - 05.2014
- Experience with sheet metal ductwork, ductwork fittings, and accessories
- Experience with piping, cutting, soldering, brazing, threading, and pipe associated craft
- Experience with residential and light commercial HVAC equipment: furnaces, boiler, water heaters, and roof top units
Maintenance Technician Supervisor
Parsan Electrical & Allied Services
Leesburg, FL
07.2006 - 05.2010
- Troubleshooting and repairing Heating, Air Conditioning and Ventilation systems.
- Prepared sketches and have interpreted blueprints for different trades.
- Layout jobs from blueprints and have procure materials and build from drawings and design documents.
- Layed out jobs for different trades and have directed and delegated subordinate workers to perform work as planned.
- Effectively worked with hand tools and power tools, electrical testing meters and refrigeration gauges.
- Used Jig saws, circular saws, hole saws, band saws, reciprocating saw, electric drills, and hammer drills, drill presses, grinders and threading dyes.
- Knowledgeable in different types of refrigeration systems used for medium temperature and low temperature commercial systems; including walk-in coolers and freezers, and reach in coolers and freezers.
- Worked on refrigeration systems used in commercial kitchens and supermarkets, and HVAC systems used for comfort cooling.
- Knowledgeable of different refrigerant types and have received training in refrigerant handling for EPA compliance.
- Preformed maintenance and repairs to plumbing systems, HVAC systems, Electrical systems and general construction activities.
- Worked on HVAC systems, troubleshooting and effecting repairs on fans, motors, capacitors, circuit boards, thermostats, fuses and relays.
- Interpreted Blue prints, design documents, manufacturer's specifications and cut sheets, drawings and diagrams.
- Calibrated metering devices and gauges used in utility plants.
- Repaired heating systems including gas fired boilers and water heaters.
- Serviced and replaced safety valves, including blow down valves and Thermostatic and Pressure relief valves.
- Effectively replaced filters and correct drainage issues on condensate drain lines.
- Worked on building electrical systems, including, installation of circuit breakers, lighting and power circuits.
- Installed lighting systems, switches, receptacles, fans, door bells and transformers, and I have installed circuits for washers and dryers, and electric ranges.
- Installed electrical conduits, raceways, devices and wiring.
- Worked on building plumbing systems and can install water lines for hot and cold water, and drainlines.
- Installed plumbing fixtures, including toilets, sinks and faucets.
- Maintained leaking faucet, tanks and drains, and I can unclog drain lines by using electric sewer cleaning machines.
- Soldered copper fittings and piping, threaded galvanized and black piping and joining PVC piping and fittings.
Education
Refrigeration Machine Operators -
Turner School
New York11.2011
High School Diploma -
John Adams High School
Ozone Park01.2006
Certification
- CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement. (2021)
- EPA 608 Universal Technician. (2011)
- FDNY Fire Life Safety Director. (F-89)
- FDNY Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment. (F-01)
- FDNY Refrigeration System Operating Engineer. (Q-01)
- FDNY Storage and Use of Flammable and/or Combustible Liquids.(C92)
- FDNY Fire Guard for Torch Operations and Construction Site. (F60)
- FDNY Use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas or Compressed Natural Gas. (G22)
- FDNY Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas or Compressed Natural Gas.
- FDNY Handling, Use and Refilling of Non-Flammable Gas Cylinders.(G46)
- FDNY Torch Use of Flammable Gas. (G60)
- FDNY Handling, Use and Storage of Flammable Compressed Gases. (G98)
- FDNY Handling and Dispensing Flammable or Combustible Liquids. (S94)
Timeline
Sewage Treatment Worker
New York City Dept. Of Environmental Protection
07.2022 - Current
HVAC Engineer IV
New York Marriott Marquis
04.2020 - 07.2022
Museum Maintainer, Engine Room Operations
Brooklyn Museum
01.2018 - 03.2020
Plant Operator/Fire Life Safety Director
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
06.2014 - 02.2018
HVAC Service Apprentice
Ravi's HVAC Services
08.2010 - 05.2014
Maintenance Technician Supervisor
Parsan Electrical & Allied Services
07.2006 - 05.2010
Refrigeration Machine Operators -
Turner School
High School Diploma -
John Adams High School