Thomas Samples
Alton,IL
Summary
HVAC professional with solid track record in system installation, maintenance, and repair. Known for reliability and adaptability, contributing to team success and delivering high-quality results. Skilled in troubleshooting and optimizing HVAC systems to meet client needs. Committed to maintaining high standards and achieving project goals.
I do hold a HVAC Technician Journeyman Pipefitters License for St Louis County and I continue my education to maintain my license.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Lead Technician
Pattonville School District
Maryland Heights, MO
08.2017 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heating and cooling equipment, enhancing system reliability.
- Collaborated with school staff to schedule HVAC services, minimizing disruptions to educational activities.
- Led preventative maintenance programs, reducing downtime of critical HVAC infrastructure.
- Managed inventory of HVAC tools and parts, ensuring readiness for repairs and installations.
- Resolved complex technical issues through troubleshooting and advanced problem-solving techniques.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Installed new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings with precision and attention to detail.
- Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment effectively in order to identify malfunctioning components within HVAC systems accurately.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Performed comprehensive preventative maintenance on various types of HVAC equipment, prolonging their lifespan.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough HVAC equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to industry safety standards and regulations during all tasks performed.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Routinely calibrated thermostats for accurate temperature control settings that maintained comfortable environments in clients' properties.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress, challenges encountered, and strategies for overcoming any obstacles.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
- Closed out work orders after verifying completion with customers and reporting discrepancies discovered on job site.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely completion of large-scale HVAC installations.
- Adapted installation techniques according to specific building layouts or restrictions while meeting code compliance requirements.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards in all installation and maintenance tasks, promoting safe working environment.
- Coordinated with suppliers to secure best prices on high-quality HVAC parts and materials.
- Enhanced system efficiency by performing routine maintenance and inspections on HVAC units.
- Reduced downtime, performed emergency repairs on critical HVAC systems.
- Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
- Repaired and maintained residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
- Inspected cooling systems and identified potential problems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
HVAC Technician
Riverview Gardens School District
1370 Northumberland Drive St Louis, Mo 63137
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems.
- Monitored building environmental conditions, including adjusting thermostats, terminal units and mixing boxes,
- Repaired and replaced motors,bb bearing and belts.
- Inspected and tested RTU systems, safety devices and controls.
- Closed out all work orders after verifying completion and reporting any discrepancies.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment.
- Operate computerized energy management systems.
- Prepare all aspects for a state inspection.
HVAC Technician
Gaines HVAC INC
5120 Northrup Avenue, St Louis, Mo 63110
09.1995 - 09.2014
- Investigated malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems.
- Residential and light commercial work.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.date company needs.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completued.beginning repairs.
Education
Masters - Theology
Advantage College
PO Box 576845 Modesto, CA 9535705-2012
2 Year HVAC Certificate - HVAC
Lewis And Clark Vocational-Technic School
2400 Zumbehl Road, St Charles, Mo 6330101-1983
Skills
- Electrical wiring
- System troubleshooting
- Leak checks
- HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Heating systems
- HVAC controls
- Certified HVAC technician
- Blueprint reading
- Chiller systems
- Control systems
- Boiler operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Excellent problem solver
Timeline
HVAC Lead Technician
Pattonville School District
08.2017 - Current
HVAC Technician
Riverview Gardens School District
09.2014 - 08.2016
HVAC Technician
Gaines HVAC INC
09.1995 - 09.2014
Masters - Theology
Advantage College
2 Year HVAC Certificate - HVAC
Lewis And Clark Vocational-Technic School