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William Tinney

Gorman,California

Summary

Skilled Journeyman Refrigeration Technician with a proven track record . adept in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, enhancing system efficiency and reliability. Excelled in customer service, ensuring satisfaction through quick and effective solutions. Specialized in electrical diagnostics and soldering, significantly reducing downtime and boosting system performance.

Knowledgeable Refrigeration Technician experienced with different equipment and systems. Proficient in maintenance, repair and installations. Ready to bring 35 years in the field to a challenging new role.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Refrigeration Technition

A@J Refrigeration
03.2017 - 09.2024
  • Updated refrigeration systems, modifying HVAC components and refurbishing chiller plants and panels.
  • Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to understand different models.
  • Performed predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
  • Maintained and fixed electrical a HVAC systems, and equipment.
  • Maximized revenue and reduced downtime
  • Conducted diagnostic tests and read results.
  • Satisfied customer needs on every call with knowledgeable service and quick responses.
  • Located and repaired leaks on individual units and large systems in grocery stores or restaurants.
  • Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
  • Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
  • Repaired and maintained residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
  • Consulted with customers to trace malfunctions and identify root causes, completing speedy repairs to return full performance levels.
  • Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
  • Performed routine maintenance on heating and cooling systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.

Journeyman Refrigeration Tech

American Inc.
04.2008 - 03.2017
  • Selected correct motors, thermostats, and other components to replace defective parts.
  • Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
  • Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
  • Tested and repaired condensers, heat exchangers, cooling towers, steam, and gas turbines.

HVAC-R Service Technician

BMI Mechanical
04.2003 - 04.2008
  • Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
  • Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
  • Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
  • Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
  • Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
  • Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
  • 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.
  • Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
  • Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
  • Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers in [Type] industry.

Journeyman HVAC Tech

American Inc.
01.1996 - 04.2003
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
  • Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
  • Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
  • 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.
  • Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
  • Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
  • Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
  • Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
  • Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers .

Education

HVAC&R

Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ
05-1991

High School Diploma -

Exeter High School
Exeter, CA
05-1990

Skills

  • Scheduled Maintenance
  • Equipment Operation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Pressure testing
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Electrical diagnostics
  • Equipment Installation
  • Customer Service
  • Cooling systems
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Soldering
  • Safety understanding
  • Project Coordination
  • Defrost Controls
  • Ventilation Systems
  • Wiring

Timeline

Journeyman Refrigeration Technition

A@J Refrigeration
03.2017 - 09.2024

Journeyman Refrigeration Tech

American Inc.
04.2008 - 03.2017

HVAC-R Service Technician

BMI Mechanical
04.2003 - 04.2008

Journeyman HVAC Tech

American Inc.
01.1996 - 04.2003

HVAC&R

Universal Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Exeter High School
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