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Terry Niehaus

Nokomis,IL

Summary

Experienced HVAC Installer proficient in operations and repairs of heating, refrigeration, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Efficiency-driven, highly accurate and well-organized with open and clear communication style and self-motivated approach. Dedicated to superior service and solving problems with minimal oversight. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

HVAC Technician

Hillers Heating Cooling
Hillsboro, IL
04.2018 - Current
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
  • Repaired and modified heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
  • Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
  • Put in new gas lines, wiring and other support components for HVAC systems.
  • Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
  • Tested pipe, tubing joints, and connections for leaks.
  • Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
  • Diagnosed and identified faulty components in malfunctioning HVAC systems using specialized testing tools.

Machine Operator/Fabrication Welder

Nucor Grating
Litchfield, IL
09.2005 - 08.2017
  • Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
  • Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
  • Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
  • Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.

Pipefitter/Welder

Tcr Systems
Decatur, IL
08.1995 - 09.2005
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
  • Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
  • Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
  • Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
  • Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
  • Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
  • Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
  • Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
  • Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
  • Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.

Farm Hand

Addens Dairy Farm
Nokomis, IL
06.1989 - 08.1995
  • Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
  • Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
  • Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
  • Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
  • Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
  • Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
  • Completed harvesting activities using harvesters, tractors and other heavy equipment.
  • Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales and enclosures.
  • Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
  • Milked dairy cows twice daily

Education

Certificate in HVAC-R - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair

LLCC
Springfield, IL
05-2018

Skills

  • Ventilation and Air Conditioning
  • Variable Speed Drives
  • Diagnostic Techniques
  • Construction Site Safety Training
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Safety Compliance
  • Workplace Safety
  • Forklift Operation

Timeline

HVAC Technician

Hillers Heating Cooling
04.2018 - Current

Machine Operator/Fabrication Welder

Nucor Grating
09.2005 - 08.2017

Pipefitter/Welder

Tcr Systems
08.1995 - 09.2005

Farm Hand

Addens Dairy Farm
06.1989 - 08.1995

Certificate in HVAC-R - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair

LLCC

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