Branden Gaugler
Oakdale
Summary
Skilled AC Technician with 7 years in residential and commercial HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance. Knowledgeable in diagnostic troubleshooting and current on latest energy-efficient systems and technologies. Dedicated to optimizing system performance through structured preventive maintenance and implementing cost-effective systems configurations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COMMERCIAL HVAC
TRIGATE MECHANICAL
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components, and wiring.
- Performed accurate load calculations, ensuring safe distribution of power across various circuits in commercial environments.
- Enhanced on-air quality by ensuring the accurate timing of commercials, promos, and other programming elements.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial fencing projects, showcasing versatility in various settings and styles of construction.
- Maintained cooling towers, pumps and commercial boilers
- worked on VRF systems with multiple refrigerant branch boxes
- maintained buildings temps with DDC programs
Private First Class
National Guard of the United States
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2017 - 05.2023
- 11B - Infantryman
- Developed a strong work ethic and commitment to organization
- Learned and utilized the fundamentals of teamwork, leadership, safety, and quality control
- Mastered advanced soldiering skills such as teamwork, discipline, training, communication, and first aid
- Handpicked to perform duties above assigned rank
- Maintained accountability and serviceability of thousands of dollars worth of military weapons and sensitive equipment with no losses
COMMERCIAL HVAC
Lennox International
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Promptly responded to complaints about temperature problems during massive heatwave and conducted assessments to determine causes and target solutions.
- Assessed efficiency of HVAC and refrigeration systems to provide feedback to customers.
- Retained careful and thorough maintenance and repair records in case customers required future service.
HVAC Installer/Technician
Triangle Air-condition - HVAC Installer/Technician
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Installed HVAC systems according to specifications and industry standards.
- Conducted maintenance and repairs on various heating and cooling units.
- Assisted in troubleshooting system malfunctions to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to improve installation processes and efficiency.
- light sales work with lennox and min-split equipment
HVAC Installer
White Heating
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained safe working environment with proper execution of HVAC guidelines and usage of PPE equipment
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Used troubleshooting methods on HVAC components to diagnose and repair heat pumps, fireplace, geothermal, furnaces and air conditioning equipment.
Education
Associate - Hvac
Rosedale Technical Institute
Pittsburgh, PA05.2026
Skills
- Service Technician Experience
- Refrigeration
- HVAC/R
- Low Voltage/ High Voltage
- Boiler Residential/ Commercial
- Equipment Repair
- Blueprint Reading
- Pneumatic controls
- DDC control experience
- Cooling Tower maintenance
- VRF maintenance experience
- A2L class
Certification
- EPA Universal Certification
- March 2018 to Present
Timeline
COMMERCIAL HVAC
TRIGATE MECHANICAL
08.2023 - 05.2026
COMMERCIAL HVAC
Lennox International
06.2022 - 01.2023
HVAC Installer/Technician
Triangle Air-condition - HVAC Installer/Technician
03.2021 - 06.2022
HVAC Installer
White Heating
02.2019 - 06.2020
Private First Class
National Guard of the United States
05.2017 - 05.2023
Associate - Hvac
Rosedale Technical Institute