Austin Schlenker
Chester Springs
Summary
Versatile HVAC technician recognized for strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills. Proven ability to manage emergency service calls and educate clients on system maintenance, contributing to reliable HVAC operations and enhanced customer relationships.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Service Technician
D.E. Harris
Salem, NJ
10.2025 - Current
- Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches, and compressor units to restore system functionality and efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance on heating and cooling systems.
- Responded promptly to emergency service requests, demonstrating adaptability under pressure.
- Worked on both home and business units for maintenance, repairs, and new installations.
- Educated clients on HVAC system usage and maintenance, enhancing system longevity and client satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls and repairs for client documentation and follow-up.
- Guided assistants in their tasks, fostering teamwork and improving service delivery.
HVAC Service Technician
Reading Hospital - Tower Health
Reading, PA
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Maintained and repaired commercial HVAC systems in a hospital. environment.
- Serviced cooling towers, make up air units, split systems, and air handling units to support efficient climate control across facility.
- Diagnosed issues with walk-in coolers, freezers, and refrigeration equipment in a commercial setting.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on steam boilers, pumps, and commercial chillers.
- Troubleshot issues in pneumatic control systems and building automation systems to maintain efficient operation.
- Completed preventive maintenance and responded to emergency service calls, ensuring reliable system operation and minimizing downtime.
HVAC Service Technician
Home Climates
Elizabethtown, PA
11.2022 - 03.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot system malfunctions, delivering effective solutions that restored HVAC functionality.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on HVAC equipment, identifying potential issues proactively.
- Assisted in installation of heating and cooling units, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and manufacturer specifications for reliable operation.
- Performed work on various HVAC systems, including geothermal, mini splits, gas furnaces, RTUs, AC systems, and hydronic systems, enhancing service versatility and customer options.
HVAC Service Technician
Vertex Mechanical
Stevens, PA
06.2020 - 11.2022
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Assisted in maintenance, repair and installation of ventilation systems.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
HVAC Service Technician
UGI
Reading, PA
07.2016 - 04.2020
- Repaired and maintained residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Inspected cooling systems and identified potential problems.
- Installed HVAC system expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers.
HVAC Assistant
H.B Steele & Sons
Orwigsburg, PA
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
- Supported lead technicians with troubleshooting and repairs of residential heating and cooling units.
- Executed routine inspections, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Collaborated on preventive maintenance schedules to enhance system reliability and customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hamburg High School
Hamburg, PA06.2016
HVAC Year 1 -
BCTC
Oley, PA06.2017
Skills
- HVAC installation
- Refrigeration systems
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance execution
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
- Technical communication
- Customer service
- Client relations
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- Time management
- Work ethic
Certification
- low voltage. certification
- epa universal certification
- osha 10
- geothermal certification
- fujitsu certification
Timeline
HVAC Service Technician
D.E. Harris
10.2025 - Current
HVAC Service Technician
Reading Hospital - Tower Health
03.2025 - 10.2025
HVAC Service Technician
Home Climates
11.2022 - 03.2025
HVAC Service Technician
Vertex Mechanical
06.2020 - 11.2022
HVAC Service Technician
UGI
07.2016 - 04.2020
HVAC Assistant
H.B Steele & Sons
06.2014 - 06.2016
HVAC Year 1 -
BCTC
High School Diploma -
Hamburg High School