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Derek Balcom

Summary

Hardworking HVAC professional offering proven history in managing residential, commercial and industrial HVAC needs with skillful and efficient repairs. Adept at testing and inspecting systems to isolate faults and implement repair plans. Effectively align systems to meet manufacturer specifications and maximize performance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Gas Fitter/HVAC Technician

Atchison Plumbing And Heating
09.2010 - Current
    • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
    • Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
    • Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
    • Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
    • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
    • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
    • Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
    • Replaced bearings, pump seals and packing.
    • Supplied technical assistance to customers over phone using simple troubleshooting techniques.
    • Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
    • Responded to emergency HVAC service requests promptly, finding swift resolutions.
    • Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
    • Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.

Gas Fitter/HVAC Technician

Thames Centre Services Inc.
02.2015 - 01.2017
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
  • Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
  • Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.
  • Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for commercial customers in hvac industry.
  • Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues

Gas Fitter/HVAC Technician

Duane Heating And Cooling
03.2009 - 09.2010
  • Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
  • Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
  • Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
  • Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.

Education

313d Residential Air Conditioning Systems 2nd Year

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
Woodstock, ON

Gas Fitter G2

North American Trade School
London, ON
2009

Skills

  • MS Office
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Verbal Communication
  • Self-Directed
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Working At Heights Training 2023
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Gas Fitter/HVAC Technician

Thames Centre Services Inc.
02.2015 - 01.2017

Gas Fitter/HVAC Technician

Atchison Plumbing And Heating
09.2010 - Current

Gas Fitter/HVAC Technician

Duane Heating And Cooling
03.2009 - 09.2010

313d Residential Air Conditioning Systems 2nd Year

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology

Gas Fitter G2

North American Trade School
Derek Balcom