SERGIO ACOSTA
Eastchester
Summary
Detail-oriented HVAC Mechanic with expertise in HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical repairs. Proven ability to troubleshoot issues and perform routine maintenance while managing preventative programs. Committed to minimizing rework and enhancing safety through strict adherence to codes. Highly motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges. Demonstrates strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills, excelling in both independent and team environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
HVAC Mechanic
Cushman & Wakefield-White Plains Plaza
07.2024 - Current
- Responded promptly to work orders, resolving issues in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Documented maintenance tasks and parts used to improve repair tracking and inventory accuracy.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning air filters, greasing bearings and changing belts on motors.
- Maintained chilled water systems, high pressure boilers, cooling towers and hydraulic pumps.
- Troubleshot and replaced actuators, including Belimo and Bray valves, diagnosing faults through electrical and mechanical testing to restore functionality, and prevent operational disruptions.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, motors, valves, pumps, and other mechanical components.
- Took samples of water from boilers and cooling towers to perform standardized tests.
- Maintained inspection-ready facility by monitoring operations and performing housekeeping functions.
Electrician
Sarah Lawrence College
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits
- Monitored inventory levels and replenished stock as needed
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment
- Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance
- Maintained and operated chillers to ensure proper cooling of liquids and air
- Operated blowdown valves periodically to reduce buildup in boilers
- Monitored boiler operations and parameters such as water levels, steam pressure, fuel consumption, and draft readings to ensure safe operation
Lead Electrician
Marji Electric
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Installed conduit and pulled circuits for electrical equipment
- Fastened boxes to walls to house electrical switches and outlets
- Assembled, installed, tested, and maintained electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
- Identified problems with electrical systems and equipment by troubleshooting function and tracing faults
- Completed all work in full compliance with local building codes and NEC standards
- Completed accurate installations based on accurate interpretations of blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
Lead Electrician, Subforeman
Lippolis Electric
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Monitored material use and replenished supplies proactively to support project completion
- Handled crew recordkeeping, including preparing weekly timesheets, safety logs, and expense reports
- Interpreted project specifications, blueprints, and diagrams to maintain adherence to requirements
- Maintained code compliance for all jobs with strict conformance to quality standards
- Planned procedures by determining construction requirements based on blueprints and specifications
- Helped workers complete tasks with hands-on assistance at job locations
- Updated records with required project details such as personnel and production data.
Junior Electrician
Citiwide Electric
02.2013 - 05.2016
- Handled tools and assisted with maintenance and work orders
- Followed all safety procedures, company protocols, and OSHA guidelines
- Completed cuts to wire and conduit based on accurate reading of blueprints and schematics
- Replaced old wiring to prevent system breakdowns
- Traced out wiring short circuits using test meter
- Kept work area clean and free of safety hazards
- Assisted electricians with skilled work by keeping supplies, vehicle and tools well-organized
- Secured conduits, threated ends and connected couplings with hand tools.
Education
Electrical 1, 2, And 3 -
SW Boces
Valhalla, NYSkills
- Preventive maintenance
- Inventory management
- OSHA compliance
- HVAC troubleshooting
- Electrical repair
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Project planning
- Circuit testing
- Time management
- Conduit bending
- Mechanical maintenance
- Worksite maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Hand and power tool operation
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Certification
Universal E.P.A. Technician Certification
Timeline
HVAC Mechanic
Cushman & Wakefield-White Plains Plaza
07.2024 - Current
Electrician
Sarah Lawrence College
05.2022 - 07.2024
Lead Electrician
Marji Electric
06.2020 - 04.2022
Lead Electrician, Subforeman
Lippolis Electric
05.2016 - 05.2020
Junior Electrician
Citiwide Electric
02.2013 - 05.2016
Electrical 1, 2, And 3 -
SW Boces