Richard Aho
Marquette
Summary
HVAC specialist with extensive project management and equipment maintenance experience. Conducted thorough safety audits and implemented effective temperature control solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring safety compliance.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Technician
Eagle Mine
Humbolt
05.2017 - Current
- Perform all HVAssisted with various workplace tasks to support team efficiency.C PMs, break in and installation onsite
- Developed and submitted 20+ continuous improvement projects to enhance HVAC operations
- Responsible for permits of subcontractors onsite related to HVAC
- Collaborated with engineering department on HVAC aspects of various projects to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Work alongside millwrights on ball mill linings, colloidal mixer rebuilds and other work.
- Perform a fatal risk management audit and workplace inspection for every job performed.
- Conduct zone inspections above and underground that specifically search for safety hazards.
- Adhere to all company and MSHA regulations, codes and policies. Working with our safety department and MSHA inspectors.
- Identified and reported hazards, implementing temporary barricades for unsafe areas until permanent solutions could be applied
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Service Mechanic
Johnson Controls
Appleton
09.2001 - 05.2017
- Perform scheduled service visits on automatic temperature control systems, boilers, chillers and mechanical systems.
- Rebuild of centrifugal chillers.
- Troubleshoot Metasys control systems and perform repairs.
- Collect and transfer vibration data and perform laser alignments.
- Diagnose and repair difficult problems on control and mechanical systems.
- Performed safety audits for every job performed.
- Confirmed equipment met space qualification standards.
Service Technician
Carrier Chiller Servies
Brookfield
02.2001 - 09.2001
- Conducted annual maintenance on chillers, ensuring peak operational performance.
- Supported rebuilding of heavy chillers, improving overall system reliability.
- Troubleshot and repaired chilled water systems to minimize downtime.
- Removed and replaced screw compressors, contributing to system functionality.
Pipefitter/HVAC Service Technician
Industrial Piping Company
Marquette
08.1999 - 02.2001
- Performed periodic maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Conducted CSD-1 testing on boilers, achieving compliance with safety regulations.
- Installed gas heating, chilled water and refrigeration piping.
- Assisted in re-tubing boilers to restore efficiency and functionality.
Air and Water Balancer
NEW-TAB of Green Bay
Green Bay
06.1998 - 08.1999
- Balanced air and water systems in accordance with NEBB standards.
- Adjusted air handling and pump equipment to run at proper flow.
- Set DDC and pneumatic vav's min and max flow rates.
- Troubleshot systems that were not performing correctly.
- Recorded all data for balancing reports.
Underground Tram Operator
Copper Range Co.
White Pine
12.1993 - 09.1995
- Trained and qualified in all production tasks to ensure operational readiness.
- Executed daily service inspections on production equipment to maintain safety and functionality.
- Calculated and logged tonnage that unit produced on shift.
- Conducted training sessions for new tram operators to enhance team competency and ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Received safety award for work with no lost time accidents.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
12.1988 - 09.1993
- Executed periodic inspections and maintenance on aerospace ground equipment, ensuring operational readiness and safety.
- Performed repairs on damaged equipment in Saudi Arabia, restoring functionality and supporting ongoing operations.
- Coordinated dispatch of AGE equipment to aircraft, buildings, and personnel to support mission requirements.
- Supported Special Assignment Airlift Missions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Climate Control Technology
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI05-1998
Skills
- HVAC installation
- Temperature regulation
- System troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety inspections
- Project management
Timeline
HVAC Technician
Eagle Mine
05.2017 - Current
Service Mechanic
Johnson Controls
09.2001 - 05.2017
Service Technician
Carrier Chiller Servies
02.2001 - 09.2001
Pipefitter/HVAC Service Technician
Industrial Piping Company
08.1999 - 02.2001
Air and Water Balancer
NEW-TAB of Green Bay
06.1998 - 08.1999
Underground Tram Operator
Copper Range Co.
12.1993 - 09.1995
Aerospace Ground Equipment Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
12.1988 - 09.1993
Associate of Applied Science - Climate Control Technology
Northern Michigan University