William Farris
Sardis
Summary
Service Technician with extensive experience at Southern Associated Sales and Service, excelling in troubleshooting electrical systems and providing exceptional customer service. Proven ability to diagnose and repair refrigeration and HVAC units, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance. Skilled in welding and maintenance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Technician
Southern associated sales and service inc.
Memphis
06.2023 - Current
- Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration issues then make necessary repairs
- Serviced ultra-low freezers from brands like So-Low, Thermo, and Panasonic to ensure reliability and performance.
- Serviced HVAC units in residential and commercial settings to ensure optimal performance
- Serviced ice machines to ensure optimal performance
- Serviced cryotherapy chambers to maintain therapeutic effectiveness
- Serviced centrifuges to maintain proper functionality
- Conducted repairs on walk-in freezers and refrigerators to restore optimal functionality.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on various machinery and tools.
- Troubleshot electrical circuits using schematics and diagrams.
- Maintained detailed records of service requests and repairs to support efficient workflow.
- Identified potential problems during routine inspections in order to prevent future breakdowns.
- Braze new parts onto equipment
Boat mechanic
Memphis Boat Center
Memphis
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Diagnosed, repaired, and serviced boats' engines, pumps, electrical systems, and other components.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in various boat models and systems.
- Repaired and replaced damaged boat components efficiently.
- Performed routine maintenance on engines and electrical systems.
- Ensured functionality of boats' electrical systems and engines
- Utilized specialized tools for engine diagnostics and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes.
- Maintained organized work area for optimal efficiency and safety.
Reefer Technician
Southern States Utility Trailer Sales, Inc
Olive Branch
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Inspected reefer units for mechanical issues and safety compliance.
- Diagnosed refrigeration failures and implemented effective repair solutions.
- Executed maintenance on diesel and refrigeration systems for refrigerated units, ensuring optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance on refrigeration systems and components.
- Inspected and tested electrical components of refrigeration systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on reefer units prior to transportation assignments.
- Installed new reefer units using hand tools, power tools and specialized equipment.
- Replaced worn or defective parts in refrigeration systems with new ones.
- Documented service records for each unit to support compliance and service history.
- Educated customers on maintenance requirements for trailers to enhance operational awareness.
- Ensured proper handling of refrigerants according to environmental regulations.
Welder/Fabricator
North Mississippi fabrication
Olive Branch
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Inspected welds for quality and conformance to specifications.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Fabricated metal components using precision tools and equipment.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
- Operated welding equipment safely and maintained tools in good condition.
Service Technician Assistant
Southern Associated sales and service
Memphis
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Assisted technicians in diagnosing service issues and troubleshooting equipment problems.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure equipment functionality and safety compliance.
- Performed preventive maintenance on heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
- Installed various types of thermostats according to manufacturer specifications.
- Assisted in installation of new equipment and systems, supporting timely project completion.
- Stocked service vehicles with essential supplies for upcoming jobs. with necessary supplies needed for upcoming jobs.
- Organized and maintained tools and equipment, enhancing efficiency of work processes.
- Delivered tools to job site, disassembled broken equipment for repair, and cleaned work area to ensure safety and organization.
- Stocked service vehicles with essential supplies for upcoming jobs.
Education
Welding - tech school
Delta Technical College
Horn Lake, MS08-2021
High school diploma -
Lewisburg High School
Olive Branch, MS01-2021
Skills
- HVAC troubleshooting
- Refrigeration systems
- Troubleshooting electrical systems
- Electrical diagnostics
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Service technician skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment repair
- Warranty repair
- Mechanical knowledge
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Precision measuring instruments
- Welding
- Stick welding
- Flux-cored welding
- Arc welding techniques
- Welding repair
- Fabrication
- Plasma cutting
- Grinders
- Soldering
- Metal cutting techniques
- Operating heavy equipment
- Forklift
- Lifts and hoists
- Customer service
- Service call response
- Time management
- Time tracking
- Inventory control
- Safety regulations
- Troubleshooting
- Industrial troubleshooting
- Refrigeration transport
- Refrigeration
- Automotive Repair
- Maintenance
- Hand Tools
- Precision assembly
- Grinders
- Microsoft Outlook
- Refrigeration transport
- Precision measuring instruments
Certification
- Suzuki outboards
- Welding Certification
- ASE Certification
- Driver's License
- EPA 608 Type 1
Timeline
Service Technician
Southern associated sales and service inc.
06.2023 - Current
Boat mechanic
Memphis Boat Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Reefer Technician
Southern States Utility Trailer Sales, Inc
03.2022 - 12.2022
Welder/Fabricator
North Mississippi fabrication
11.2021 - 03.2022
Service Technician Assistant
Southern Associated sales and service
07.2017 - 10.2021
Welding - tech school
Delta Technical College
High school diploma -
Lewisburg High School