Ralph Butler
Carthage,IN
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Projects Engineer
Freije Engineered Corp
03.2019 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Completed mechanical designs for HVAC, air control, fire protection and elevators while providing SME input to client and design teams.
- Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
- Performed pre-construction, quality and safety management, as well as constructability review, start-up and commissioning.
Owner/Operator
Butler Heating & Air Cooling
05.2013 - Current
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturers' design specifications to determine HVAC equipment configuration and complete proper installation.
Service Technician
Control Tech Heating & Air Conditioning
07.2007 - 05.2013
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Replaced faulty components on HVAC systems and performed preventive maintenance to secure smooth operations.
HVAC Installer
Bright Sheet Metal
08.1999 - 07.2007
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sheet Metal Technology
Sheet Metal Union Local 20
Indianapolis, IN09.1990
High School Diploma -
Eastern Hancock High School
Charlottesville, IN1980
Equipment Installed
- RTU's
- All sizes Split Systems
- Water source heat pumps
- Boilers
- Temperature & Humidity controls
- Humidifiers
- Smoke detectors
- Control wiring
- Low ambient controls
Timeline
HVAC Projects Engineer
Freije Engineered Corp
03.2019 - Current
Owner/Operator
Butler Heating & Air Cooling
05.2013 - Current
Service Technician
Control Tech Heating & Air Conditioning
07.2007 - 05.2013
HVAC Installer
Bright Sheet Metal
08.1999 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Sheet Metal Technology
Sheet Metal Union Local 20
High School Diploma -
Eastern Hancock High School
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