Thomas McDade
Marion,MT
Summary
Dynamic HVAC Instructor with a proven track record at Flathead Valley Community College, excelling in curriculum development and student engagement. Leveraging strong classroom management and educational assessments, I fostered a collaborative learning environment, significantly enhancing student comprehension and participation. Committed to continuous improvement and adapting teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Instructor
Flathead Valley Community College
01.2023 - Current
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
HVAC Technician
ACE Heating and Cooling
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems and,, gas heating equipment.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Closed out work orders after verifying completion with customers and reporting discrepancies discovered on job site.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Installed HVAC system expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers, and stokers.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Worked on both home and business units for maintenance, repairs, and new installations.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Supervised and instructed assistants.
- Inspected cooling systems and identified potential problems.
HVAC Technician
Ogle Heating
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
- Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, CO detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
- Located and marked pipe positions, hole passages and duct connections in walls and floors.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
Parts Sales
Graham International
09.2015 - 11.2019
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Parts Sales
Freightliner of Austin
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Parts Manager
Jack Cooper Transport Co
06.1999 - 09.2014
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Developed and implemented new procedures for improving inventory control and reducing time required locating parts by modifying part numbers and locations.
- Analyzed trends to follow demands of in-shop needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Ordered parts for the service departments for use in company equipment.
- Rearranged parts department to better serve changing trends and keep workspaces organized.
Education
No Degree - HVAC And General Studies
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TXHigh School Diploma -
Southwest High School
Fort Worth, TX06-1990
Skills
- Learning skills development
- Education assessments
- Academic advisement
- Academic instruction
- Curriculum design
- Classroom management
- Assignment grading
- Curriculum development
- Adult learning
Timeline
HVAC Instructor
Flathead Valley Community College
01.2023 - Current
HVAC Technician
ACE Heating and Cooling
02.2022 - 12.2023
HVAC Technician
Ogle Heating
06.2020 - 08.2021
Parts Sales
Graham International
09.2015 - 11.2019
Parts Sales
Freightliner of Austin
09.2014 - 06.2015
Parts Manager
Jack Cooper Transport Co
06.1999 - 09.2014
No Degree - HVAC And General Studies
Tarrant County College
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
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