Jason Kemper
Hendersonville
Summary
HVAC Assistant with 3 years of hands-on experience supporting residential HVAC installations, replacements, maintenance, and repairs. Skilled in condenser and assisting in air handler installation, refrigerant recovery, brazing, copper line sets, pressure testing, evacuation, electrical connections, and refrigerant charging adjustments. EPA 608 Type I & II certified with HVAC and welding certifications. Experienced welder/fabricator with a strong background in MIG, oxyacetylene, and gas welding. Reliable, safety-focused, and mechanically skilled professional with extensive construction and technical trade experience.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Assistant
A&L Heating and Air
Maryville
04.2023 - Current
- Supported installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of residential HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
- Installed outdoor condensers and indoor air handlers, including copper line sets, drain piping, and high/low voltage connections.
- Removed old equipment, reset condenser pads, and prepared sites for new HVAC installations.
- Brazed copper refrigerant lines and performed pressure testing and micron vacuum tests to verify leak-free systems.
- Recovered and reclaimed refrigerant using EPA-compliant procedures and equipment.
- Performed refrigerant pump-downs, evacuations, charging adjustments, and subcooling checks.
- Tested and adjusted propane and natural gas furnace gas flow rates for proper operation.
- Assisted with ductwork, thermostats, ventilation components, and system startup procedures.
- Adhered to OSHA safety practices and fostered clear communication with customers to promote trust and service quality.
Welder/Fabricator
Affordable Buildings
Brooksville
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Fabricated and welded steel trusses for prefabricated buildings using MIG and oxyacetylene welding.
- Measured, cut, fitted, and assembled structural steel components according to specifications.
- Inspected completed welds for quality, accuracy, and structural integrity.
- Operated welding equipment and fabrication tools while following safety procedures.
Lead Welder
Tree Works
Homosassa
12.2016 - 08.2019
- Performed welding repairs, custom fabrication, and equipment modifications for company machinery.
- Fabricated components using MIG, oxyacetylene, and gas welding techniques.
- Diagnosed equipment issues and completed repairs to reduce downtime.
- Conducted preventative maintenance and quality inspections on equipment.
Lead Welder/Fabricator
Hurricane Fabrication and Welding
St. Petersburg
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Supervised welder helpers and installation crews while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Performed welding, cutting, fitting, assembly, and installation of fabricated components.
- Led custom fabrication projects including installation of kayak racks and steel structures.
Contract Welder
Tampa Tank
Tampa
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Prepared and installed steel sheets and beams for petroleum and diesel storage tanks.
- Strengthened steel ceiling girders for code inspections.
- Completed welding assignments based on project requirements.
Education
Career Diploma - HVAC
Ashworth College
Peachtree Corners, GA01-2023
Applied Welding Technology Certificate - Inverness, FL
Withlacoochee Technical Institute
Inverness, FL05-2015
Skills
- HVAC installation and ductwork
- Refrigerant recovery and pressure testing
- Electrical troubleshooting
- EPA regulations compliance
- HVAC controls management
Certification
- EPA 608 Type I & II Certification
- TWIC Card
- OSHA 10-Hour Safety Card
- NCCER Core Certification
- Forklift & Travel Lift Operator Certification
Timeline
HVAC Assistant
A&L Heating and Air
04.2023 - Current
Welder/Fabricator
Affordable Buildings
09.2019 - 07.2020
Lead Welder
Tree Works
12.2016 - 08.2019
Lead Welder/Fabricator
Hurricane Fabrication and Welding
09.2015 - 11.2016
Contract Welder
Tampa Tank
05.2015 - 09.2015
Career Diploma - HVAC
Ashworth College
Applied Welding Technology Certificate - Inverness, FL
Withlacoochee Technical Institute