Michael S Baird
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Summary
I have been working as a HVAC/R Service Tech for the last 14 years in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This involves servicing and installing refrigeration and HVAC systems including ice machines, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezers, heat pump package units, gas-package systems, split systems, ductless mini-split systems.
Dedicated and meticulous Refrigeration Technician with many years' experience performing detailed repair work while prioritizing and completing multiple tasks to achieve project goals. Flexible and focused team player with expertise in time management, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and equipment operations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Commercial Refrigeration Technician
White Mechanical
Foothill Ranch
05.2025 - Current
- Inspect, diagnose, service, install & maintain commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems which includes walk-in cooler, walk-in freezers, remote condensing unit open air and reach-in refrigeration units, self contained reach-in refrigeration units, pharmacy prescription refrigeration units, HVAC package units, HVAC split systems up to 100 tons, including air handlers.
Commercial HVAC/R Technician
Fueling & Service Technologies (FASTECH)
Buena Park
06.2020 - 05.2025
- Inspect, service and install HVAC Package units, Split Systems, Ice Machines, Walk-in Freezers, Walk-in refrigerators, Blast Freezers, mini rack refrigeration units, low humidity refrigeration systems at gas station convenience stores, restaurants, bakeries, oil refineries, food storage warehouses. Locations include: Chevron, Shell, Speedway, Jackson's, 99 cent stores, 7-elevens, Target's.
HVAC/R Service Technician
Top Notch Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
Corona
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Service, maintain and install package heat pump units, gas package units (up to 20 tons), ductless mini-split systems, HVAC & refrigeration remote condensing unit systems, walk-in refrigeration systems, reach-in beverage coolers, reach in deli cases and reach-in refrigeration units, ice machines (manitowoc, hoshizaki, ice-o-matic, Scotsman).
HVAC Installer/Service Technician-Temp Employment
Sandbar Mechanical
Hemet
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Service, repair and install restaurant ice machines, walk in freezers, walk in refrigerators, reach in refrigerators, Gas-pack Hvac units, ductless mini-split systems, split systems, swamp coolers, exhaust fans.
HVAC Service Technician
Air Supply Air Conditioning
Rancho Cucamonga
04.2017 - 09.2018
- HVAC/R technician covering the southern CA area. I serviced and installed, air conditioning systems, heat pumps, commercial refrigeration systems, ice machines, gas furnaces, etc.
Maintenance Technician, Commercial Air Conditioning Mechanics and Installer
Air Services Inc
Anaheim
10.2016 - 04.2017
- I worked as the preventative maintenance technician for 6 YMCA's located in the Los Angeles County Area. I was responsible for preforming maintenance on Chiller Systems, Pool Furnaces, Air Conditioning Systems both Gas/Pack units and split systems, as well as ductless Mini-Split systems. I also assist in the installation of ducting, the removal and installation of semi-hermetic compressors, water pumps, etc.
HVAC/Refrigeration Technician
Air Plus Refrigeration
West Hills
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Temporary Employment- To service and maintain commercial refrigeration systems located in commercial restaurants and eateries, these include, but are not limited to Walk-ln refrigerators, Walk-ln Freezers, Ice Machines, Comfort Air Conditioning and Heating.
HVAC Apprentice
United Service Corp
Petersburg
04.2006 - 12.2013
- Complete training in industrial HVAC/R maintenance & service. Complete training in basic construction/ carpentry.
- Service, repair, install and maintain commercial refrigeration equipment, industrial chiller systems, zone control systems, cooling towers.
Deputy Sheriff
Police Patrol Officers
Martinez
10.1997 - 05.1997
Education
Vocational - HVAC Maintenance Technician
Los Angeles Trade and Technical College
Los Angeles, CAHigh school diploma or GED -
Los Angeles Trade and Technical college
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Air Conditioning
- Ductwork
- Sheetmetal
- Construction/Carpentry
- Refrigeration
- HVAC/R
- Service Technician Experience
- Field Service
- Mechanical knowledge
- Restaurant experience
- Communication skills
- Equipment repair
Certification
- EPA 608 Universal, Present
- HVAC/R Certification, Present
- Basic Carpentry/Construction, Present
- Level 1 Reserve Peace Officer Certificate, Present
- Driver's License, Present
- American Petroleum Institute Work Safe Contractor, 10/01/19
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER, 06/01/20
- Chevron Permit Writer/Foreman Certification, Present
- Chevron Work Safe Certified Contractor, Present
- Journeyman HVAC, Present
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Senior Commercial Refrigeration Technician
White Mechanical
05.2025 - Current
Commercial HVAC/R Technician
Fueling & Service Technologies (FASTECH)
06.2020 - 05.2025
HVAC/R Service Technician
Top Notch Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
01.2019 - 05.2020
HVAC Installer/Service Technician-Temp Employment
Sandbar Mechanical
09.2018 - 01.2019
HVAC Service Technician
Air Supply Air Conditioning
04.2017 - 09.2018
Maintenance Technician, Commercial Air Conditioning Mechanics and Installer
Air Services Inc
10.2016 - 04.2017
HVAC/Refrigeration Technician
Air Plus Refrigeration
05.2016 - 10.2016
HVAC Apprentice
United Service Corp
04.2006 - 12.2013
Deputy Sheriff
Police Patrol Officers
10.1997 - 05.1997
Vocational - HVAC Maintenance Technician
Los Angeles Trade and Technical College
High school diploma or GED -
Los Angeles Trade and Technical college