Colin Howard Powell
Temple Hill, MD 20748
Phone: 240-***-****
Email: acd69q@r.postjobfree.com
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OBJECTIVE
Looking for a career change and to obtain a career that will allow me to utilize the knowledge
skills, and abilities gained through previous education and employment.
SPECIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES
• CFC Certified type 1 &3
• OSHA Certified
• Motivated
• Dependable
• Strong communication skills with people of all levels and roles.
• Unique ability to adapt quickly to challenges and changing environment.
• Results oriented
• Effective working alone or as a cooperative team member.
• Carpentry
• Welding
• Run line set (Delta-T-Check)
• Install condensing units, heat pumps, furnace and York system.
EDUCATION
Lincoln Technical Institute Columbia, MD
2003/2004
Diploma in Heating and Air-Conditioning (GPA3.5)
Activities : Servicing heat pumps
Servicing boiler systems
Servicing split systems
Servicing straight A/C units
Training in schematics
Duval High School Lanham, MD
1998- 2002
High School Diploma
EXPERIENCE
Home Properties (Mount Vernon Square)
Maintenance Technician, December 2012 current
• Perform maintenance on all appliances
• Perform electrical repairs, plumbing work, carpentry work
• Refurbishing of apartments prior to resident occupancy
• Keep accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, work orders and refurbishing
• Participate in emergency stand-by schedule for evening, weekend & holiday coverage.
• Snow removal
Alliance Residential (Broadstone Landmark), VA
Building Technician, June 2009- August 2012
Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
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Adjust valves according to specifications and charge system with proper type of
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refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.
Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.
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Dismantle malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and
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pneumatic testing equipment.
Adjust or replace worn or defective mechanisms and parts, and reassemble repaired
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systems.
Braze or solder parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
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Perform mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
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Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
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Install expansion and control valves, using acetylene torches and wrenches.
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Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source.
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And turnovers to accommodate new residents.
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Inter Solution, Washington DC
Building Technician (temping) June 2008- June 2009
Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
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Adjust valves according to specifications and charge system with proper type of
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refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.
Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.
•
Dismantle malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and
•
pneumatic testing equipment.
Adjust or replace worn or defective mechanisms and parts, and reassemble repaired
•
systems.
Braze or solder parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
•
Perform mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
•
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
•
Install expansion and control valves, using acetylene torches and wrenches.
•
Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source.
•
And turnovers to accommodate new residents.
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M.E Flow Alexandria, VA
Plumbing Technician (assistant) 2006-2007
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect
and locate leaks.
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts,
cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters,
or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
• Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems
or components.
• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power
tools.
• Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or
procedures.
• Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed
to connect fixtures and plumbing.
T.M.S Waldolf, MD
Service Technician 2005-2006
Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
•
Adjust valves according to specifications and charge system with proper type of
•
refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.
Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.
•
Dismantle malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and
•
pneumatic testing equipment.
Adjust or replace worn or defective mechanisms and parts, and reassemble repaired
•
systems.
Braze or solder parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
•
Perform mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
•
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
•
Install expansion and control valves, using acetylene torches and wrenches.
•
Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source
•
Dynatemp Silverspring, MD
Service Technician (assistant) 2004-2005
Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
•
Adjust valves according to specifications and charge system with proper type of
•
refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.
Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.
•
Dismantle malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and
•
pneumatic testing equipment.
Adjust or replace worn or defective mechanisms and parts, and reassemble repaired
•
systems.
Braze or solder parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
•
Perform mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
•
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
•
Install expansion and control valves, using acetylene torches and wrenches.
•
Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source
•
References :
Jacob Lester
Toni Countiss
Duane mcattee