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Norman Sowder

Edmond

Summary


Dedicated HVAC professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/manager

Diversified Improvement Services, Inc
09.1999 - 01.2025
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

Service Technician Apprentice

Keller Air Conditioning
05.1996 - 09.1999

Learned the skills necessary to perform servicing, installing and maintaining Residential HVAC systems


Aircraft Structural Technician

Nordam Group
10.1989 - 05.1996
  • Assembled and repaired components for aircraft, working with various Aluminum alloys, titanium, and composites requiring special manufacturing treatments, coatings and installation processes.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation on all completed tasks, aiding in data-driven improvements to manufacturing processes.

Aircraft Structural Mechanic

Lockheed Aerospace
07.1984 - 08.1989
  • Performed assembly functions in the construction new aircraft
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, upholding safety standards and promoting efficiency within the team.

Aircraft Structure Mechanic

McDonnell Douglas Aircraft
05.1981 - 11.1983
  • Gained valuable experience in aircraft structure assembly and modification techniques and proper procedures

Education

No Degree - Business Management

Tulsa Junior College
Tulsa, OK

Certification - HVAC

Tulsa Technology Center
Tulsa, OK
05-1996

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Profit and loss analysis

Interests

I am a licensed Private Pilot, Amateur Radio Operator, Scuba Diver and HVAC Contractior

I am a shade-tree auto mechanic

I enjoy wood and metal working

I can play guitar almost good enough to let someone listen

Timeline

Owner/manager

Diversified Improvement Services, Inc
09.1999 - 01.2025

Service Technician Apprentice

Keller Air Conditioning
05.1996 - 09.1999

Aircraft Structural Technician

Nordam Group
10.1989 - 05.1996

Aircraft Structural Mechanic

Lockheed Aerospace
07.1984 - 08.1989

Aircraft Structure Mechanic

McDonnell Douglas Aircraft
05.1981 - 11.1983

No Degree - Business Management

Tulsa Junior College

Certification - HVAC

Tulsa Technology Center