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Peter Kariuki

Stoughton,USA

Summary

Entry-level HVAC&R technician with hands-on experience in troubleshooting and diagnosing HVAC systems. EPA Universal certification, showcasing a commitment to safety and compliance. Eager to contribute to a team-oriented environment while delivering quality and continuously expanding technical knowledge. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, maintaining high safety standards, and supporting first-time fix success through strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HVAC&R Student Technician

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Tech
Boston, MA
09.2025 - 05.2026
  • Applied theoretical knowledge of electricity, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning to hands-on lab work.
  • Performed charging, leak detection, and repair of refrigeration and A/C systems using industry-standard tools.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed electrical and mechanical malfunctions in HVAC units.
  • Recovered refrigerants in full compliance with EPA regulations and pulled system vacuums to 500 microns per EPA standards.
  • Demonstrated principles of the full refrigeration cycle; reclaimed, recycled, and recharged refrigeration systems.

Sr. Site Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Norwood, MA
04.2025 - Current
  • Maintained efficient site operations by coordinating materials, supplies, and equipment in a lab environment.
  • Adhered to GMP/GLP safety standards and PPE requirements in cold-room and laboratory settings.
  • Served as first point of contact for lab users, handling service issues and coordinating with supervisors and vendors.

Programs Analyst / Logistician II

Precise Systems, Inc.
Newport, RI
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Managed logistics planning and supply chain processes, reducing costs and improving performance.
  • Coordinated Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) throughout equipment life cycles from acquisition to sustainment.
  • Built strong customer relationships and resolved material issues with cross-functional technical teams.

Logistics Specialist – US Navy (Honorably Discharged)

USS San Juan SSN-751
Groton, CT
02.2014 - 02.2019
  • Managed inventory of thousands of parts and equipment across all submarine departments, ensuring operational readiness for missions.
  • Supported logistics team in achieving highest rating in Supply Management Inspections through effective inventory management and compliance.
  • Created and maintained purchasing and provisioning documentation in strict adherence to Navy protocols, facilitating efficient supply chain operations.

Education

HVAC&R Technology – Certificate of Proficiency -

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Tech
Boston, MA
05-2026

Supply Chain & Service Management - bachelor’s degree

UMass Boston
Boston, MA
05-2025

Renewable Energy – B.A.A.S - associate degree

Texas Tech University / Bristol Community College
Lubbock, TX
05-2021

Skills

  • HVAC&R Tools & Diagnostic Equipment
  • Refrigerant Recovery
  • Reclaim & Recycle
  • Compressor Repair
  • Evaporator Repair
  • Condenser Repair
  • Leak Detection
  • Repair
  • Basic Electrical Knowledge
  • Reading Diagrams
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Basic Hand Tools
  • PPE & Safety Compliance

Certification

  • EPA Universal (608)
  • EPA A2L
  • OSHA 10-Hour Safety
  • Hot Works Safety
  • Valid Driver's License

Related Experience

  • HVAC&R Student Technician, 09/01/25, 05/31/26, Benjamin Franklin Cummings Tech, Boston, MA, Applied theoretical knowledge of electricity, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning to hands-on lab work., Performed charging, leak detection, and repair of refrigeration and A/C systems using industry-standard tools., Troubleshot and diagnosed electrical and mechanical malfunctions in HVAC units., Recovered refrigerants in full compliance with EPA regulations and pulled system vacuums to 500 microns per EPA standards., Demonstrated principles of the full refrigeration cycle; reclaimed, recycled, and recharged refrigeration systems.
  • Sr. Site Specialist, 04/01/25, Present, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Norwood, MA, Maintained efficient site operations by coordinating materials, supplies, and equipment in a lab environment., Adhered to GMP/GLP safety standards and PPE requirements in cold-room and laboratory settings., Served as first point of contact for lab users, handling service issues and coordinating with supervisors and vendors.
  • Programs Analyst / Logistician II, 06/01/23, 01/31/25, Precise Systems, Inc., Newport, RI, Managed logistics planning and supply chain processes, reducing costs and improving performance., Coordinated Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) throughout equipment life cycles from acquisition to sustainment., Built strong customer relationships and resolved material issues with cross-functional technical teams.
  • Logistics Specialist – US Navy (Honorably Discharged), 02/01/14, 02/28/19, USS San Juan SSN-751, Groton, CT, Managed inventory of thousands of parts and equipment across all submarine departments to ensure operational readiness., Contributed to logistics team achieving the highest rating in Supply Management Inspections., Created and tracked purchasing and provisioning documentation with strict adherence to Navy protocols.

Timeline

HVAC&R Student Technician

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Tech
09.2025 - 05.2026

Sr. Site Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific
04.2025 - Current

Programs Analyst / Logistician II

Precise Systems, Inc.
06.2023 - 01.2025

Logistics Specialist – US Navy (Honorably Discharged)

USS San Juan SSN-751
02.2014 - 02.2019

HVAC&R Technology – Certificate of Proficiency -

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Tech

Supply Chain & Service Management - bachelor’s degree

UMass Boston

Renewable Energy – B.A.A.S - associate degree

Texas Tech University / Bristol Community College
Peter Kariuki