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Robert McDermott

Austin,TX

Summary

Experienced Testing and Balancing Technician/Supervisor/Executive with 46 years of experience performing HVAC Testing and Balancing (TAB) Also, 20 years' experience supervising and planning TAB work, along with performing small business executive functions.

Familiar with a multitude of testing methods and equipment, including airflow meters, voltmeters, manometers and tachometers. Equipped with a strong knowledge of technical data including blueprints, schematics and detailed specifications. 14 months instrument and controls technician experience.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

Instrument and Controls Technician

The University Of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
11.2022 - Current
  • Monitored system performance and corrected any issues in a timely manner.
  • Installed new control systems as needed.
  • Calibrated sensors used in the control systems to ensure proper operation of the system.
  • Dismantled, troubleshot, repaired and reassembled systems and components to maintain functionality.
  • Installed, calibrated, tested, configured and maintained HVAC instrumentation and climate control systems.
  • Researched original design drawings to determine if balancing or under design issues were the cause of observed inadequate airflow.
  • Re-balanced systems and generated balancing reports of work done.
  • Made recommendations for fan upgrades based on manufacturer's fan curves, observed system resistance (fan static pressure) and required CFM of connected devices.

President

RH McDermott Corp
New York, NY
10.2009 - 08.2022

Managed TAB projects and served as primary liaison between our business and clients to ensure clarity of goals and quality and adherence to deadlines.

Communicated with customers to answer questions and explain information.

Kept and processed financial records and issued bills, invoices and account statements.

Supervisor

RH McDermott Corp
New York, NY
01.1994 - 08.2022

Oversaw jobs and checked for accuracy, quality and to ensure that all project specifications were met.

Provided hands-on technical support, advice and mentoring to all levels of personnel.

Reviewed design drawings, specifications and customer requirements for projects.

Determined project schedules and maintained timeline with proactive adjustments to workflow.

HVAC Testing and Balancing Technician

RH McDermott Corp
New York, NY
06.1977 - 08.2022

Tested, adjusted, and balanced HVAC air and hydronic systems.

Prepared preliminary report forms for data collection from plans and specifications.

Prepared final report forms for submittal to client.

Prepared estimates and quotations for pricing of jobs from plans and specifications.

Made recommendations to rectify issues with system performance.

Inspector & Registered Expeditor

Robert H McDermott, P.E.
New York, NY
06.1977 - 10.2009

Prepared and filed construction plans, documents and inspection reports w/ NYC Building Dept. and inspected HVAC and architectural construction to verify compliance with approved plans and local codes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics/Computer Science

Binghamton University
05.1992

Skills

Excel in all areas of HVAC Test and Balance

Adjusting & calibrating controls systems

Installation of wiring, tubing & control devices

Generation of reports and analysis

Training and development

Microsoft Office

File/records maintenance

Contract negotiation/review/drafting

Quickbooks

Financial processing and records

Affiliations

National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) Certified Supervisor

Certified to supervise and perform HVAC TAB until firm discontinued certification for financial reasons. (1994-2002)

Timeline

Instrument and Controls Technician

The University Of Texas At Austin
11.2022 - Current

President

RH McDermott Corp
10.2009 - 08.2022

Supervisor

RH McDermott Corp
01.1994 - 08.2022

HVAC Testing and Balancing Technician

RH McDermott Corp
06.1977 - 08.2022

Inspector & Registered Expeditor

Robert H McDermott, P.E.
06.1977 - 10.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics/Computer Science

Binghamton University
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