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Owen Ritsema

Huntsville

Summary

Dynamic HVAC Lead Installer with proven expertise in system installations and preventive maintenance. Skilled in field supervision and staff training, I enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Adept at troubleshooting and optimizing HVAC systems, I consistently deliver high-quality results while fostering team collaboration and development.

Detail-oriented in troubleshooting and repairing heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. Skilled at quickly identifying problems and clearly explaining issues to customers.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HVAC Lead Installer

Aireserv
05.2025 - Current
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
  • Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
  • Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
  • Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, split systems, and package units in residential buildings.

HVAC Service Technician

Environmental Comfort Systems
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
  • Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.

HVAC Service Technician

Aireserv
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
  • Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.

Infantryman (11B)

US Army National Guard
08.2022 - Current
  • Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency.
  • Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.

HVAC Maintenance/Service Technician

Blake Brothers
01.2020 - 05.2023
  • Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues.
  • Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.

Infantryman (11B)

US Army
08.2015 - 11.2018
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
  • Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
  • Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.

Education

Diploma - HVAC/R

Coyne College
Chicago
10-2019

High School Diploma -

Prairie Ridge High School
Crystal Lake, IL
06-2015

Skills

  • System installations
  • Field supervision
  • Task delegation
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Staff training and development

Certification

EPA Universal

Timeline

HVAC Lead Installer

Aireserv
05.2025 - Current

HVAC Service Technician

Environmental Comfort Systems
10.2024 - 05.2025

HVAC Service Technician

Aireserv
05.2023 - 10.2023

Infantryman (11B)

US Army National Guard
08.2022 - Current

HVAC Maintenance/Service Technician

Blake Brothers
01.2020 - 05.2023

Infantryman (11B)

US Army
08.2015 - 11.2018

Diploma - HVAC/R

Coyne College

High School Diploma -

Prairie Ridge High School

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