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Richard Mewbourn

Richard Mewbourn

Honea Path,SC

Summary

Results-driven HVAC Technician with extensive experience in installation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to educate customers on system operations while ensuring strict safety compliance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HVAC Technician

Sanders Heating And Air Conditioning
Greenville, South Carolina
02.2016 - 10.2025
  • Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings.
  • Diagnosed and repaired heating and cooling equipment issues.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC units for optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete service calls efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all installations and repairs.
  • Provided customer education on HVAC system operation and maintenance.
  • Maintained accurate service records and documentation for each job.
  • Utilized tools and equipment safely to perform repairs and installations.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
  • Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
  • Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
  • Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
  • Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
  • Troubleshot complex control circuits involving relays, transformers and switches.
  • Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
  • Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
  • Calibrated thermostats, tested capacitors and checked refrigerant levels for proper functioning of the system.
  • Inspected electrical wiring of existing HVAC systems to identify potential problems and safety hazards.
  • Recovered refrigerant from old HVAC units prior to disposal according to local environmental regulations.
  • Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
  • Followed safety procedures when working on high voltage wiring or gas lines.
  • Performed routine checks on various components of the system such as contactors, relays and solenoids.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding installation or service issues in a timely manner.
  • Adjusted controls to obtain desired temperature settings within the home or office environment.
  • Assembled sheet metal pieces into ductwork sections using rivets or screws as needed.
  • Assessed efficiency of HVAC and refrigeration systems to provide feedback to customers.
  • Attended seminars and workshops related to advances in HVAC technology for professional development purposes.
  • Provided customers with information about new technologies available for their heating and cooling system upgrades.
  • Promptly responded to complaints about temperature problems during massive heatwave and conducted assessments to determine causes and target solutions.
  • Performed emergency repairs on HVAC systems to restore heating and cooling services in critical situations.
  • Provided technical support and guidance to clients on the operation and maintenance of their HVAC systems.
  • Trained junior technicians on HVAC repair and maintenance techniques, tools, and safety practices.
  • Performed ductwork repairs and modifications to improve system airflow and indoor air quality.
  • Monitored and adjusted building automation systems to improve HVAC system performance and efficiency.
  • Conducted air quality tests and recommended solutions for improving indoor air quality in residential and commercial settings.
  • Assisted in the selection and sizing of HVAC equipment for new installations, based on detailed load calculations.
  • Designed and implemented custom HVAC solutions to meet specific customer requirements and building specifications.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and complaints, providing timely and effective solutions to HVAC issues.
  • Diagnosed and repaired faults in HVAC systems, including refrigerant leaks, electrical issues, and mechanical failures.
  • Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
  • Tested pipe, tubing joints, and connections for leaks.
  • Installed furnaces, boilers and A/C units in new and existing buildings and assessed functionality of existing units.
  • Repaired parts by using technical knowledge, special tools and soldering skills.
  • Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment.
  • Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
  • Cut and drilled holes in floors, walls and roofs to install equipment using power saws and drills.
  • Put in new gas lines, wiring and other support components for HVAC systems.
  • Tracked repairs made, labor time and parts used to calculate bill.
  • Inspected job site before project start to identify obstacles and resolve issues.

Test and Balance Technician

M & M Test and Balance
Toccoa, Georgia
02.2006 - 02.2017
  • Operated balancing machinery to ensure accurate weight distribution.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
  • Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for machine operation and safety protocols.
  • Documented production logs for inventory management and tracking purposes.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to address operational issues promptly.
  • Followed safety procedures to minimize risks during balancing operations.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved internal controls or process changes.
  • Assisted in the preparation of balance sheets and income statements for financial reporting purposes.
  • Reviewed intercompany transactions between entities to ensure proper recording and reconciliation.
  • Researched technical accounting issues for compliance with GAAP principles.
  • Collaborated with external auditors in responding to audit inquiries related to the balance sheet items.
  • Documented existing processes and procedures related to balancing activities within the organization.
  • Prepared month-end closing procedures including accruals and adjusting entries.
  • Participated in special projects related to accounting systems implementations and upgrades or other initiatives as assigned by management.
  • Interpreted blueprints, drawings and written and verbal instructions to set up jobs.
  • Bonded metal components to composite materials or composite to metal.
  • Measured work piece dimensions to determine machine operation accuracy.
  • Fastened seams and joints together to assemble components into sheet metal products.
  • Created patterns, master molds and form blocks.
  • Accurately selected gauges and types of sheet metal and non-metallic material.
  • Repaired and modified firearms using hand tools and machines according to customer specifications and blueprints.
  • Fabricated plastic items using casting and low-pressure processing techniques.
  • Trimmed, filed, ground, buffed and smoothed surfaces, seams and joints of assembled parts.

Education

Diploma - Major Industrial Technology Minor HVAC/R

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, South Carolina, SC
06-1996

Skills

  • HVAC installation
  • A/C troubleshooting
  • System diagnostics
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Equipment repair
  • Customer education
  • Technical documentation
  • Parts ordering
  • Problem solving
  • Safety compliance
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cooling systems maintenance
  • Hazardous materials training
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Single compressor systems
  • Licensed refrigeration technician
  • System upgrades
  • Refrigeration systems
  • Air conditioning
  • Leak checks
  • Certified HVAC technician
  • Industrial refrigeration systems
  • Energy optimization
  • Equipment installation
  • HVAC and refrigeration systems
  • Indoor climate control
  • Soldering
  • Residential customer support
  • Customer focused
  • Insulation materials
  • Installation expert
  • Recovering and recycling
  • HVAC change-out procedures expert
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Control systems
  • Analytical thinker
  • Troubleshooting expertise
  • Operation and maintenance expert
  • Package and split systems
  • HVAC system design
  • Quality-focused
  • Duct sizing and design
  • Issue troubleshooting
  • Ventilation systems
  • Indoor air quality
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Dedicated team player
  • Charging principles
  • Electrical and pneumatic controls
  • New system installation
  • Excellent problem solver
  • Airflow testing
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Process improvement
  • Sheet metal work
  • Commercial refrigeration
  • Code compliance
  • Valid SC driver's license

Affiliations

  • I love to hunt and fish and spend time with my wife, children and grandchildren

Certification

  • Universal Refrigerant Certification
  • Degree in Industrial Technology
  • Degree in HVAC/R

Custom

I hold myself to a very high work ethic and standard. I treat each customer the way I would want someone to treat my family. I service and repair each customer the way I would my own. I am fair, hard working and honest. These are things that I know are true to building both trust and good customer relationships.

Timeline

HVAC Technician

Sanders Heating And Air Conditioning
02.2016 - 10.2025

Test and Balance Technician

M & M Test and Balance
02.2006 - 02.2017

Diploma - Major Industrial Technology Minor HVAC/R

Greenville Technical College

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