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Travis Hess

Great Falls ,MT

Summary

HVAC Service Technician with over 8,000 hours experience in heating, air conditioning and refrigerant systems, as well as electrical and mechanical controls. Ambitious with strong background in plumbing, refrigeration machinery operations, and HVAC repair and maintenance. Excellent understanding of HVAC controls. Experienced in performing component tests, repairing faults and charging systems. Competent in working alone or with a team to perform speedy and accurate refrigeration repairs, maintenance services and installations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

HVAC Technician

Northern Heating and Cooling
Great Falls, MT
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
  • Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
  • Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
  • Diagnosed and identified faulty components in malfunctioning HVAC systems using specialized testing tools.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
  • Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
  • Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
  • Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
  • Calibrated thermostats, tested capacitors and checked refrigerant levels for proper functioning of the system.
  • Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
  • Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.

Arborist

Tree Amigos Tree Service
Great Falls , MT
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Removed, pruned and maintained trees and other vegetation.
  • Cut down hazardous trees according to established standards and regulations.
  • Cleaned up debris from job sites after completing work assignments in a timely manner.
  • Maintained records of all work performed including photographs taken during inspections.
  • Supported tree climbers and crew leaders working on ground and aloft.
  • Inspected existing tree structures for potential hazards such as broken or weak limbs.
  • Answered inquiries and complaints from public related to sick, damaged or hazardous trees and shrubs.
  • Analyzed and identified plant diseases.
  • Monitored landscape areas for signs of pests or diseases that could threaten local vegetation populations.
  • Injected pesticides into diseased trees to prevent further damage from occurring.
  • Facilitated safety meetings on tree health and care maintenance.
  • Assisted in planting new trees by digging holes, preparing soil and setting stakes.
  • Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
  • Trimmed dead and excess branches from trees and cleared branches around power lines.
  • Filled out job or shift report forms for supervisors.
  • Collected debris from trimmed and pruned trees to clean up work sites.
  • Installed lightning protection on trees to prevent damage and reduce fire risk.

HVAC Technician

Apprenticeship
Victorville, CA
08.2015 - 03.2018
  • Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
  • Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
  • Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
  • Calibrated thermostats, tested capacitors and checked refrigerant levels for proper functioning of the system.
  • Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
  • Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
  • Adjusted controls to obtain desired temperature settings within the home or office environment.
  • Assembled sheet metal pieces into ductwork sections using rivets or screws as needed.
  • Assessed efficiency of HVAC and refrigeration systems to provide feedback to customers.
  • Adept at reading blue prints of electrical equipment.
  • Analyzed, modified and repaired digital control systems.
  • Serviced electrical, pneumatic, mechanical and microprocessor controls.
  • Installed and maintained ammonia-based refrigeration equipment.
  • Scan-tested HEPA filters at specified flow rates.
  • Drafted pre-task plans and JSAs.
  • Tested equipment following each install to determine efficiency and proper functionality.
  • Installed furnaces, boilers and A/C units in new and existing buildings and assessed functionality of existing units.
  • Repaired and modified heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency.
  • Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment.
  • Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
  • Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
  • Loaded materials, tools and [Type] equipment on truck at beginning of each shift.
  • Led teams to complete large installation projects on time and within specific parameters outlined in customer documentation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Union High School
Big Stone Gap, VA

Skills

  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Variable Speed Drives
  • Warranty Service
  • Ventilation and Air Conditioning
  • Diagnostic Techniques
  • Troubleshooting Expertise
  • In-Depth Knowledge of Refrigeration Systems
  • Leak Checks
  • Certified HVAC Technician
  • Analytical Thinker
  • Welding Techniques
  • Electrical Wiring

Timeline

HVAC Technician

Northern Heating and Cooling
08.2022 - 12.2023

Arborist

Tree Amigos Tree Service
04.2021 - 08.2022

HVAC Technician

Apprenticeship
08.2015 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Union High School

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