Jason Kemper

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.

HVAC Assistant - A&L Heating and Air - Maryville, TN

(2023-04 - 2026-07)

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, FL

(2019-09 - 2020-07)

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/Fabricator - Hurricane Fabrication and Welding - St. Petersburg, FL

(2015-09 - 2019-07)

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.

Career Diploma - HVAC - Ashworth College (2023-01)

Applied Welding Technology Certificate - Withlacoochee Technical Institute (2015-05)