Willie White
HVACR Technician
Gardendale,AL
Summary
Dependable, hard-working with over 35 years of experience in A/C and Refrigeration field. Service Technician with experience in heating, air conditioning and refrigerant systems, as well as electrical and mechanical controls. Ambitious with strong background refrigeration machinery operations and HVAC repair and maintenance. Excellent understanding of HVAC controls.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HVAC Technician
Ontime Service
Hoover , AL
05.2021 - 12.2023
- Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Diagnosed and identified faulty components in malfunctioning HVAC systems using specialized testing tools.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Inspected electrical wiring of existing HVAC systems to identify potential problems and safety hazards.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding installation or service issues in a timely manner.
- Calibrated thermostats, tested capacitors and checked refrigerant levels for proper functioning of the system.
- Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
- Maintained records of all repairs and maintenance activities for future reference purposes.
- Provided customers with information about new technologies available for their heating and cooling system upgrades.
- Adjusted controls to obtain desired temperature settings within the home or office environment.
- Followed safety procedures when working on high voltage wiring or gas lines.
- Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
- Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
- Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
- Troubleshot complex control circuits involving relays, transformers and switches.
- Assisted senior technicians with more complicated tasks such as replacing compressors or installing large air handlers.
- Recovered refrigerant from old HVAC units prior to disposal according to local environmental regulations.
- Attended seminars and workshops related to advances in HVAC technology for professional development purposes.
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
HVAC-R Service Technician
Ohana Military Communities
Honolulu, HI
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC-R systems, such as cleaning, adjusting, and replacing parts.
- Diagnosed problems with HVAC-R systems to determine necessary repairs or replacements.
- Installed new HVAC-R systems in residential and commercial settings according to manufacturer specifications.
- Repaired faulty wiring, motors, compressors, condensers, evaporators, and other components of HVAC-R systems.
- Calibrated thermostats for optimal performance of heating and cooling system units.
- Replaced worn out parts of HVAC-R systems with new components according to manufacturer instructions.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding operation and maintenance of their heating and cooling systems.
- Identified potential issues with existing HVAC-R systems before they became major problems.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls from customers whose HVAC-R equipment had broken down unexpectedly.
- Explained proper use and care instructions to customers after completing a repair or installation job.
- Completed detailed reports documenting all service activities related to each job assignment.
- Serviced units to residential and commercial heating and air conditioning customers.
- Maintained safe working environment with proper execution of HVAC guidelines and usage of PPE equipment.
A/C & R Technician Supervisor
Propulsion Control Engineering
Aiea, HI
09.2008 - 10.2018
- Successfully managed team of 5 A/C & R Technicians for the repair, maintenance and overhaul of shipboard A/C and Refrigeration compressors.
- Reduced downtime during production by maintaining equipment and reducing unnecessary maintenance.
- Accurately read blueprints and repair manuals to identify mechanical problems and fix them.
- Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.
- Managed work with no supervision.
- Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing highest quality of products by ensuring all equipment was properly installed and working correctly.
- Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
- Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment.
Veeder Root Service Technician
Neil Nakai Inc
Honolulu, HI
02.2007 - 08.2008
- Repaired Veeder Root equipment in a fueling environment.
- Adhered to all company and OSHA defined protocols for workplace safety.
- Provided information to customers regarding inspection findings and outlined repair or service options.
- Demonstrated in-depth understanding of company policies and products.
- Top service technician in the company, often requested due to being proficient in knowledge of the Veeder Root System.
Project Manager
Marisco Ltd.
Kapolei, HI
10.2006 - 01.2007
- Determined project schedules and maintained timeline with proactive adjustments to workflow.
- Reduced safety incidents by 50% as the Environmental Safety Manager by implementing policies and procedures to help reduce personnel injuries.
- Generated reports detailing project information and predictions.
- Supervised project schedules to make sure key milestones were being met at every phase.
- Built strong community relations with subcontractors and vendors to optimize cost savings and ensure timely pre-construction completion.
Machinist Mate
US Navy
Pearl Harbor, HI
08.1986 - 09.2006
- Operated, maintained and repaired auxiliary equipment, mechanical systems, A/C and Refrigeration systems, etc.
- QAO assistance responsible for conducting training, audits and surveillances for 13 QAIs.
- Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.
- Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.
- Operated presses to realign structural components with various levels of damage.
- Verified machine setups conformed to specs.
- Performed weekly maintenance assessments.
- Oiled and cleaned machines and added coolant to machine reservoirs.
- Managed work with little supervision.
- Used measuring instruments to inspect parts.
- Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment.
- Accurately read blueprints and repair manuals to identify mechanical problems and fix them.
Education
Associate of Arts - Marine Engineering
Coastline Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Grantham University
Lenexa, KSSkills
- Excellent communication
- Training and development
- Supervisory Experience
- Time management skills
- Dependable
- Reliable
- Strong organizational skills
- OSHA regulatory compliance
- Strong work ethic
- Warranty Service
- Parts Replacement
- Electrical Safety
- Blueprint Reading
- Ventilation Systems
- Schematic Interpretation
- Leak Testing
- System Calibration
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Duct Sizing and Design
- Equipment Installation
- System Maintenance
- HVAC and Refrigeration Systems
- Emergency Response
- System Diagnostics
- Blueprints and Specifications
- Load Calculations
Affiliations
Member, Small Business Association (2016 - present)
Certification
- Section 608 EPA certified universal
- Carrier certified
References
Manuel Corral
Corral Marine Services
manuelcorral@cox.net
(619) 219-1585
Timeline
HVAC Technician
Ontime Service
05.2021 - 12.2023
HVAC-R Service Technician
Ohana Military Communities
11.2018 - 04.2021
A/C & R Technician Supervisor
Propulsion Control Engineering
09.2008 - 10.2018
Veeder Root Service Technician
Neil Nakai Inc
02.2007 - 08.2008
Project Manager
Marisco Ltd.
10.2006 - 01.2007
Machinist Mate
US Navy
08.1986 - 09.2006
Associate of Arts - Marine Engineering
Coastline Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Grantham University
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