RONALD Louis
Refrigeration Tech
Savannah,GA
Summary
Skilled leader and problem-solver with 10 -year record of success overseeing maintenance work. Excellent maintenance and repair abilities demonstrated in turns and repair settings. Resourceful in coordinating supplies and personnel to meet any need.
Skilled Service Manager knowledgeable about forecasting department goals and objectives. Highly effective at driving quality and service improvements to cultivate loyal, satisfied customers. Hires, trains, motivates and monitors performance of all service department staff.
Skilled refrigeration technician with knowledge of both commercial and residential equipment.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Knowledgeable maintenance supervisor offers 10 + years of troubleshooting and repair experience with advanced technical knowledge. Diligent, dependable and service-driven with strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess repair needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Corvias campus living
Savannah, GA
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Overhauled, installed and repaired equipment, including centrifugal compressors, pumps, valves, separators and generators.
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Worked with outside vendors to prepare for large system installations and complex repairs.
- Read blueprints and specifications to determine best methods to approach maintenance projects.
- Collected data to compile detailed reports for upper management and closely monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Assisted team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Maintained safe working environment with proper execution of HVAC guidelines and usage of PPE equipment.
- Serviced units to residential and commercial heating and air conditioning customers.
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
- Attended employee meetings and training to learn about new techniques, trends and technologies.
- Collaborated with contractor representatives, supervisors, co-workers and sub-contractors on job sites to streamline operations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Housing authority of Savannah
Savannah, GA
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
- Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Mentored junior maintenance professionals to provide instruction on correct repair procedures.
- Updated documentation for recordkeeping and customer use.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance on electrical panels and complex machinery to reach prescribed levels of operation.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
Appliance Repair Technician
Sears Roebuck
Savannah, GA
04.2015 - 01.2018
- Removed, disassembled and fixed appliance parts.
- Instructed customers on how to properly operate, care for and configure appliances.
- Disassembled broken and defective equipment to facilitate repairs.
- Tested appliance parts with hand instruments such as multimeters.
- Tested appliance operation following installation to make adjustments for optimal performance.
- Maintained part inventory for on-site installation, maintenance and repair of appliances.
- Analyzed schematic drawings, product manuals and troubleshooting guides to diagnose and repair problems.
- Conducted circuit tests to locate shorts and grounds.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Maintenance Supervisor
RAM Management Group
Savannah, GA
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
- Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
- Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance.
- Conducted employee evaluations and reviews.
- Maintained safe and productive study, research, work and collaboration space for employees, residents and students and monitored visitors and incoming deliveries.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
- Treated associates with fairness and respect, providing recognition of accomplishments.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Recorded completed repairs, all further repairs required and parts to be ordered on service call ticket.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by efficiently resolving technical, on-site and account issues.
- Managed day-to-day operations and maintenance of equipment.
- Collaborated on repairs to complete and finish work orders on schedule.
- Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters or oscilloscopes.
- Kept detailed inventories of supplies and parts and made frequent orders.
Apartment Maintenance Technician
Kole management
Savannah, GA
05.2009 - 02.2014
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Performed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Performed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Shampooed carpets, washed walls, waxed and stripped floors and dusted furniture and fixtures.
- Resurfaced interior and exterior equipment surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
- Applied hazard prevention procedures according to regulatory mandates and assessed electrical appliances and connections.
- Specialized in support systems, inspections and detailed repairs to achieve operational efficiency.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
- Inspected and maintained facilities to maximize cleanliness and support upkeep targets.
- Completed assignments on-time and under budget.
- Assessed cleaning product availability and ordered stock to maintain inventory.
- Double checked supply inventories to ensure project specific correctness and optimize work readiness.
- Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
- Sprayed insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
Helper
International handyman service
Savannah, GA
07.2005 - 02.2009
- Put in new new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency.
- Followed all relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
- Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations.
- Transported required supplies and employees from headquarters to job site using company vehicles.
Refrigeration Technician
Palmaccio Management
Savannah, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
- Updated refrigeration systems, modifying HVAC systems from older refrigerant to updated refrigerant.
- Maintained and fixed HVAC systems, reach in and walk in coolers and freezers.
- Located and repaired leaks on individual units and large systems in restaurants through out Savannah, and South Carolina.
- Conducted diagnostic tests and read results.
- Performed predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
- Installed HVAC system expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers, and stokers.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Kept accurate records of work activities, time, materials and faults on work orders.
- Installed, connected and adjusted thermostats, humidistats and timers for optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance on heating and cooling systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Work mostly on cold but did performed minor repair to hot side equipment. Need more training.
Education
Certified Apartment Maintenance Tech
National Apartment Institute
SavannahHVAC Diploma - Heating And Air Conditioning
Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GACertificate For Refrigeration Tech - Refrigera
Sears
Savannah, GAEPA 608 HVAC Certificate - HVAC
Mainstream Engineering
Savannah, GASkills
Facilities maintenanceInventory monitoringEmployee performance evaluationResource AllocationHVAC repairs and installationElectricalPlumbjngSheet rockAppliancesPaintingCurb appeal design and maintenanceVendor relationship managementDecision-makingProblem resolutionFriendly, positive attitudeCritical thinkingSupervisionTeam buildingProject planningProcesses and proceduresIssue and conflict resolutionLeadershipOrganizational skillsFlexiblePPE useCustomer serviceWorking collaboratively
Air conditioning knowledge
Air conditioning knowledge
Unit troubleshooting
Preventive Maintenance
Repairing refrigeration systems
Troubleshooting components
Performing maintenance
Testing connections
Soldering and brazing
Technical troubleshooting
Completing charging
Motor replacement
Recordkeeping
Documenting problems
Timeline
Refrigeration Technician
Palmaccio Management
08.2022 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Corvias campus living
08.2019 - 08.2022
Maintenance Supervisor
Housing authority of Savannah
01.2018 - 08.2019
Appliance Repair Technician
Sears Roebuck
04.2015 - 01.2018
Maintenance Supervisor
RAM Management Group
02.2014 - 03.2015
Apartment Maintenance Technician
Kole management
05.2009 - 02.2014
Helper
International handyman service
07.2005 - 02.2009
Certified Apartment Maintenance Tech
National Apartment Institute
HVAC Diploma - Heating And Air Conditioning
Savannah Technical College
Certificate For Refrigeration Tech - Refrigera
Sears
EPA 608 HVAC Certificate - HVAC
Mainstream Engineering