Howard Robinson
**** ******* *** **. ~ Swansea, IL 62226
Phone: 314-***-**** ~ Email: ********@*********.***
Mission
Career change candidate with stable work history seeks to offer my experience to an organization
that values quality work and supports professional growth.
EDUCATION
US Career Institute, Fort Collins, CO
Sept. 2015 - Present
A+ Certification Pending
PC Pro Certification Pending
Vatterott College
Berkeley, MO Diploma: Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Graduated 5/2009
Columbia College St. Louis, MO Class Taken: College Algebra
St. Louis Community College St. Louis, MO Classes Taken: Blueprint Reading & Biology
CERTIFICATIONS
EPA Sec. 608 Type 1,2, & 3; Universal Certification
Mechanical Contractors License
Motor Vehicle AC Certification
HVAC Electrical and Gas Furnace Troubleshooting Certification
A+ Certification Pending
Technical Skills
Computer Hardware Upgrades
Trouble ticket resolution
Windows XP to Windows 10 configuration familiarity.
Device configuration
Software/ Hardware conflict resolution
Server/Network configuration and maintenance
TCP/IP configuration
Remote Desktop Access
Windows Remote Assistance
Adept in the usage of programs such as Telnet, Internet Explorer, SharePoint, VPNs.
Technical troubleshooting within an enterprise environment, including system crashes, slow-downs and data recoveries. Engage and track Priority 1 issues, with responsibility for the timely documentation, escalation (if appropriate), resolution and closure of trouble tickets.
Employment History
Zoltek Carbon Fiber 09/17/2015 to Present
Warehouse / Quality Control
Duties:
Structured data acquisition, verification, analysis, and reporting
Scrap audits and dispositions
Sample collection and identification
Thickness and width validation
Straightness and flatness validation
Document control
Nonconforming product control
Other testing as and product validations as defined
Other duties as assigned
Good communication skills
Good math skills
Ability to think through complex processes
Computer knowledge (Email, Word, Excel, etc.)
Laclede Gas Company 05/31/2011 to 08/10/2015
Fitter/Service Technician
Duties:
Troubleshoot, diagnoses, repairs, replaces and upgrades components
Set-up special apparatus for testing of fuel lines and other purposes
Install and calibrate equipment
Maintain accurate installation, service, and inventory records
Certified Trac-Pipe (CSST) installation
Relocate service point of entry
Home sales inspections for real estate transactions
Customer service
Up to date on industry standards, codes, and regulations
Adhere to policies and procedures while working autonomously
Maintain a safe work environment, including safe/defensive driving techniques
Acquire and apply information need for prompt decision making
Use and interpret schematics, manuals, and manufacturers recommendations
Support co-workers and build positive work relationships with team members
Meet or exceed performance goals and quality standards
Prioritize tasks and work efficiently
Computer literate: MS Word, Windows 7, Excel, and Internet Explorer
Concordia Theological Seminary
HVAC / Maintenance Technician
06/2010- 05/31/2011
Duties:
Specializing in HVAC diagnostics and preventive maintenance.
I provided campus wide building maintenance services, i.e.; lighting, ballast replacement/upgrading from T-32 to T-8 energy efficient lighting.
Implemented remote monitoring/control/access for IAQ system w/Bolimo damper controls
Replaced and overhauled commercial grade plumbing fixtures.
I provided maintenance to 80y.o. faculty and student housing buildings.
Followed scheduled preventive maintenance programs to ensure environmental comfort equipment functioned at its peak performance.
Performed regular chiller and boiler service including tube scrubbing during shut downs and overhauls.
Monitored and maintained boiler water treatment chemical balances and inventory.
Carpentry, plumbing, glass replacement, painting, masonry, grounds keeping, appliance repair, and electrical wiring; maintenance of hand tools and gas-powered equipment; standard practices and tools used in the maintenance and repair of building facilities; safety practices and procedures related to the building trades. Mechanically inclined and familiar with tools normally found in a maintenance department. Excellent basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
C&R Heating/Cooling
Field Technician
10/2008-06/2010
Duties:
Provided on-site diagnostics by visual and auditory inspection, troubleshooting by observing sequence of operation, made repairs; installed equipment upgrades;
Determined system efficiency by Delta-T method. Practiced safe handling of refrigerants.
Chrysler, LLC
Assembly/Production Worker
04/1995-03/2008
Duties:
Used ergonomic hand and pneumatic power tools to assemble sub-assemblies on moving conveyer system to build automobiles for consumer purchase. Quality checked all parts assembled by bar code scan for accuracy.
Cortrol, Inc.
Hazelwood, MO
Parts Fabricator
7/1993– 4/1995
Duties:
Fabricated corrosion resistant scrubber tubes
for chemical processing plants; cut non-skid
floor grating to blueprint specification.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Navy
Norfolk VA
Boatswains Mate / Seaman Apprentice
12/1986 – 08/1990
Responsibilities:
Maintained shipboard docking and
rigging equipment, performed interior and exterior surface
preservation, corrosion protection, operated pneumatic and
power tools, and followed all safety work rules and regulations.