Maintenance Mechanic Assurance Inspector

MR. James Lynn Elkins

**** **** ****

Little River, TX 76554 United States

Mobile: 254-***-**** - Ext: 254

Evening Phone: 254-***-**** - Ext:

Email: ************@*****.***

Work Experience:

Air Force 301st MSG/ BCE

1217 Depot Avenue

NAVY AIR STATION JOINT BASE RESERVE

Fort Worth, TX 76127 United States

05/2015 - 11/2020

Salary: 29.14 USD Bi-weekly

Hours per week: 40

Maintenance Mechanic

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Troubleshoot HVAC/R systems with complex problems and extensive repairs requiring judgment to locate

malfunctions. Used specialized test equip to troubleshoot single and multiple fuel boilers and associated

auxiliary and pollution equip, such as water treatment systems, chemical dispensers, electrostatic

precipitators, bag houses and ash removal equipment, and wet particulate scrubbers. Troubleshoot problem areas

and inspects for defective and faulty wiring. Diagnosed by visual and audible examination of equip,

by application of prescribed test procedures, and by exploration of probable reasons for equip failure Tests

refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, and related control systems and equip. Tested system operation and

detects component malfunctions. Tests pressure and temperature of refrigeration, and distribution systems. Used

infrared, ultraviolet, and related testing devices to determine sources of malfunctions. Conducted test of installed

equip for assembly of components and ensuring compliance with technical orders, manufacturers handbooks

and local procedures. Analyzed diagnostic test readings and operating conditions and isolates system malfunctions.

Installs, repairs and maintains large commercial and industrial HVAC/R systems with complex problems and

extensive repairs. Installs A/C units used to condition the air in warehouses, shops, hangars, hospital, and

large office buildings including areas that have special requirements such as communication centers, computer

rooms, operating rooms, laboratories, and other areas with sensitive equipment. Install remote AC systems,

cooling towers, packaged self-contained AC units, walk-in and reach-in refrigerators, cold storage plant water

coolers, film developers, ice makers and ventilation and exhaust fans. Repairs insulating materials to air ducts

and cold rooms. Dismantles, repairs and reassembles units such as p8mps, impellers, compressors, chillers,

receivers, and evaporators. Performs complex repairs such as installing and fitting connecting rods, crank

shafts, piston rings, bearings, and bushings, overhauling valves by adjusting or replacing gaskets, springs,

floats, diaphragms, valve fittings, seals and couplings and aligning motors and flywheel drives.Installs, modifies, overhauls, repairs and maintains complex heating systems, single and multiple fuel power

boilers, and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment. Performs work on power boilers which uses gas,

oil wood, coal, refuse derived fuel tire chips or a combination of fuels for steam or hot water production and

distribution plants. Shapes, sizes, measures, cuts, bends, threads, and repairs piping and tubing and insulates

high pressure and high temperature piping and components. Mounts, connects and adjusts components, such as

transformers, motors, electrodes, relays, solenoids, switches, pneumatic and electrical thermostats, rheostats,

aqua stats, steam gland seals, bearings and drive gears. 'Repairs and adjusts hydraulic cylinders, speed

governors, feed water pumps, duel lines, combustion fans, air compressors, and coal and ash

handling equipment. Performed work on regulating valves, feed water valves, safety relief valves, steam traps,

auto controls, motorized vales, diaphragm valves, solenoid valves, hand valves, etc.

Department of Veterans Central Texas Health Care System 1901 Veterans Memorial Drive

Temple, TX 76504 United States

10/2009 - 04/2015

Salary: 23.20 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 40

Series: 4204 Pay Plan: WG Grade: 10

Pipe Fitter (This is a federal job)

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Installed plumbing systems and modified them. Installed, modified, repaired a variety of plumbing activities,including pipe cutting,threading,and bending,assembly of pipe,valves,etc.Installed,modified,hydrants,water closets,lavatories,sink and air compressor equipment.Assembled lead pipe,iron,plastic and copper pipe/tubing,Performed welding on pipe,structural materials,equipment and machinery with oxyacetylene gas and arc welding.Performed scheduled on-site monitoring of utility and other systems at complex, and maintains high temperature water and high-pressure piping systems such as hydraulic, nitrogen, oxygen, steam-heating and steam generating systems. Installed and repaired such items as steam generators, vacuum, air, water, and condensate pumps, radiators, automatic and manual valves and flash and expansion tanks. Determined and installs risers, flexible branches, expansion joints, pumps, gauges, and pressure regulators. Replaced sections of pipes, repairs steam traps, and relief and control valves. Cuts, threads, and connects pipes by means of union flanges and sweating. Tests systems and equipment for proper operation, circulation, flow, pressure, and leak-free joints. Traced and troubleshooted pipe lines, systems, and equipment Supervisor: Delbert Keene 254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

US ARMY CORPS (Fort Worth District)

Georgetown, TX United States

01/2009 - 10/2009

Hours per week: 40

Pay Plan: YE Grade: 02

Engineering Technician (This is a federal job)

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Served as Quality Assurance Inspector under Contracting Officer on all Heavy Construction/IQ Contracts,maintenance and operations work of technical nature required at US Army Corps Lake Georgetown facility including scheduling, coordinating, and inspecting work of both contractor and hired labor. Investigated, analyzed, and participated in changes in scope of work when changes of conditions arise, and worked with Contract Specialists to accomplish modifications. Kept on-site drawings updated to reflect as built conditions when work is accomplished by hired labor or purchase order contracts .Performed routine inspection on structures to insure maintenance integrity and readiness for operation, maintenance,and construction performed under jurisdiction of project office .Meet with engineering personnel from U.S. Army Corps and other governmental agencies on routine matters with project maintenance and construction program .Prepared basic government estimates to support service and construction contracts .Performed all assigned contract quality assurance activities related to maintenance and construction.Performed submittal reviews and contract close outs. Negotiated a complete list required supplies/materials not furnished by the contractors as per the specifications,and obtained catalog pricing for same from an independent source.performed a price comparison with the two sources obtained by the contractors,and determine best value for the Corps of Engineers.Oversaw contract's safety plans,quality control plans,environmental plans to ensure compliance at all times. U.S.D.A-A.R.S

Temple, TX United States

02/2004 - 01/2009

Salary: 21.61 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

Series: 4749

Maintenance Mechanic (This is a federal job)

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Perform a broad range of maintenance,repair,and operation functions on utility systems,scheduled and unscheduled inspections on all types of electrical equipment in buildings to eliminate fire hazards and to ensure that electrical installations are kept in proper condition for most efficient service.Completed initial installing or change of electrical circuits and essential wiring,including all types of switches,breakers,panels,and switch gears.Performed duties from general knowledge,layouts,or from commercial blue prints.Worked with a variety of sizes and types of electrical motors and other systems equipment,including boilers,chillers and other refrigeration units ventilation,and heating units.Troubleshooted malfunctioning HVAC equipment,and performed scheduled and unscheduled adjusting,cleaning and repairing of HVAC .Performed a broad range of refrigeration and hvac maintenance and repair.Performed a variety of plumbing activities,including pipe cutting,threading,and bending,assembly of pipe,valves,etc.Installed,modified,hydrants,water closets,lavatories,sink and air compressor equipment.Assembled lead pipe,iron,plastic and copper pipe/tubing,Performed welding on pipe,structural materials,equipment and machinery with oxyacetylene gas and arc welding.Performed scheduled on-site monitoring of utility and other systems at complex on weekends and holidays on rotational basis.Quickly responded on-site to system shutdowns or emergency conditions at the complex that occur after normal duty hours,at night,and on weekends holidays.Took appropriate steps to correct problems and safeguard the integrity of the facilities.Quickly responded to alarms/malfunctions in the location central fire alarm systems and security systems and take corrective actions or seek assistance as needed.Served as an exigency employee for remaining on-site during weather-caused or other facility shutdowns.Operated front-end loaders,folk lifts,and other large motorized equipment.

Supervisor: Janice Brown (254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Department of Veterans Central Texas Health Care System Temple, TX United States

09/2002 - 02/2004

Hours per week: 40

Series: 5306

Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic (Temporary) (This is a federal job) Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Performed maintenance and repair on centrifugals air conditioning units,air-cooled units,several stand alone expansion units,ice -makers,drinking fountains,walk-ins refrigerators and freezers.performed minor repairs and troubleshoots,installs on all types of equipment utilizing drawings,blueprints,and manufacture specifications.maintain equipment for patient care and comfort. Supervisor: Ted Maxfield 254-***-**** EXT 5309)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Trevino Mechanical Contractors

Killeen, TX United States

04/2002 - 07/2002

Salary: 18.00 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

Systems Inspector (HVAC)

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Duties were to advise on,supervise,and perform administrative,technical work primarily concerned with quality assurance and inspection of material,facilities,equipment.

Supervisor: Jimmie Mathews 254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Department of the Army DPW Maintenance Division

Fort Hood, TX United States

05/1999 - 04/2002

Hours per week: 40

Series: 4749

Maintenance Mechanic (This is a federal job)

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

performed scheduled cyclic preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings

,structures,and components,building equipment(hvac),fixtures,and utility components.

Supervisor: Stan Yaworsky 254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Homemakkers A/C & Appliance Service

Killeen, TX United States

05/1998 - 05/1999

Salary: 13.00 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

HVAC / Appliance Mechanic

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Performed preventive maintenance and repairs to domestic and commercial appliances and hvac systems.

Supervisor: Pat Rice 254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Central Management,Inc.

Temple, TX United States

06/1996 - 05/1998

Salary: 12.00 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

Maintenance Supervisor

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Supervised employees in maintenance,ordered materials,performed general maintenance on plumbing,electrical,carpentry,and hvac,and commercial appliances,worked with contractors and vendors.

Supervisor: Jack Tennyson 713-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Temple Housing Authority

Temple, TX United States

01/1995 - 06/1996

Salary: 9.00 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

Maintenance Mechanic

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Performed preventive maintenance on housing authority properties such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC,domestic and commerical appliances. Supervisor: Skeet Powell 254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Southwest

Temple, TX United States

07/1993 - 01/1995

Salary: 11.00 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

Vending/Fountain Mechanic

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Repaired and serviced fountain,vending and refrigeration equipment. Supervisor: David Pinkerton 254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Sears Service Centers

Belton, TX United States

05/1988 - 07/1993

Salary: 9.50 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

HVAC/ Appliance Tech

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Repaired and maintained,installed all types hvac and domestic,commerical appliances.

Supervisor: Max Winkler 254-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Education:

USACE LEARNING CENTER 0&M Contracts Huntsville, AL United States Technical or occupational certificate 3 /2009

Credits Earned: 28

Texas Engineering Extension Service Bastrop, TX United States Technical or occupational certificate 2 /2009

Credits Earned: 20

Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Waste Operations

Management Concepts Vienna,, VA United States

Technical or occupational certificate 7 /2005

Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:

Contracting Officer"s Representative Course - The course provide non-contracting personnel with of the federal acquisition process as well the knowledge and skills to execute their responsibilities as a representative of the contracting officer, like acquisition planning, contract formation, contract administration processes,and develop a contract administration plan, monitor contract performance, assist the contracting officer with processing changes, equitable adjustment,claims,disputes,and awards.

Universal Technical Institute Spring, TX United States Technical or occupational certificate 5 /1987

Major: Refrigeration,Air Conditiioning,Heating&Solar Academy High School Academy, TX United States

High school diploma or equivalent 5 /1986

Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:

High School

Language Skills:

Language Spoken Written Read

English Advanced Advanced Advanced

Spanish Novice None None

References:

Name Employer Title Phone Email

Brad Kirscher B.k.s Appliances

& Used Furniture

Owner 254-933-73

76

Barry Sadler CWS Services Owner 254-289-10

54

Teresa Gaines RN 254-939-94

73

Ron Phillips Temple Fire

Department

Retired

Deputy Fire

Chief

254-774-78

01 Indicates professional reference

Additional Information:

Perform preventive maintenance,repairs,installation,and trouble shoot on variety HVAC and refrigeration,appliance equipment(domestic and commerical)such as cooling towers,air handling units,chillers and boilers, steam boilers,boiler pumps,thermoststs,humistats,compressors,evaporators,condensers,heat exchangers,oil traps,oil separators,strainers,attic fans,evporation steam traps,fans,piping,ductwork,controls,freon,filtresbelts,bearings,gaskets,pulleys,ice machines,fountain mechines,ice cream machines,soda machines,domestic and commerical refrigerators,walk-in coolers,walk-in freezers,vending machines(candy,ice cream,soda,coffee)soda fountain machines,window a/c,medical,ultra-low freezers,water-coolers,vent-a-hoods,exhaust fans,gas and electric heaters,dehumidifers,humidifers,spilt ventlation systems,hot water heaters,condensate return pumps,and tanks,domestic and commerical washing machines,dryers,dishwashers,stoves,ovens,garbage

disposals,microwaves,fryers,steamers,control air

compressors,pneumatic,electrical,and digital controls systems for HVAC and all variety of equipment.Installed plumbing systems and modifies them. Installed, modified, repaired, and maintains high temperature water and high-pressure piping systems such as hydraulic, nitrogen, oxygen, steam-heating and steam generating systems. Installed and repaired such items as steam generators, vacuum, air, water, and condensate pumps, radiators, automatic and manual valves and flash and expansion tanks. Determined and installs risers, flexible branches, expansion joints, pumps, gauges, and pressure regulators. Replaced sections of pipes, repairs steam traps, and relief and control valves. Cuts, threads, and connects pipes by means of union flanges and sweating. Tests systems and equipment for proper operation, circulation, flow, pressure, and leak-free joints. Traceed and troubleshooted pipe lines, systems, and equipment.. Served as Contracting Officer Representative under Contracting Officer on all maintenance and construction work of technical nature required at U.S.D.A.-ARS facility including coordinating, and inspecting work of both contractor and hired labor. Investigateed, analyzed, and participated in changes in scope of work when changes of conditions arise, and work with Contract Specialists to accomplish modifications. Kept on-site drawings updated to reflect as built conditions when work is accomplished by hired labor or purchase order contracts .Performed routine inspection on structures to insure maintenance integrity and readiness for operation, maintenance,and construction performed under jurisdiction of project office .Meet with engineering personnel from U.S.D.A-ARS and other governmental agencies on routine matters with project maintenance and construction program .Prepared basic government estimates to support service and construction contracts .Performed all assigned contract quality assurance activities related to maintenance and construction.Performed submiital reveiws and contract close outs. Severed as member on location safety, health, environmental, and radiation programs. Also a committee member of the Environmental Management System participated in location EMS efforts and served as a source of information to location employees .Assisted EMS Coordinator with EMS functions. Helped prepare for or participated in location EMS inspections, audits, and /or reviews. Advised Coordinator on EMS activity implementation and success.

Received a Certificate of Appreciation from 158th Finance Battalion for repairing thirty-year-old air condition system in their building. Also received a coin from 303rd Military Intelligence Battalion for repairing air condition system in timely manner at hottest part of the summer. Received Certificate of Appreciation

(02/24/2005)

for performance of COR during fire/security system upgrade-U.S.D.A-ARS Grassland, Soil & Water each Laboratory. Certificate of Appreciation for exceptional performance in making facility repairs following a fire. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES Certificate of registration for the purchase of refrigerants, Refrigerants Transition and Recovery Certificate Type-Universal .

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