WILHELM HIGI 221 Woodford Road ~ Oswego, IL, 60543 (708) 557-2295 ~ wh12d5114@westpost.

net QUALIFICATIONS Highly-skilled HVAC Professional equipped with Building Inspector license and se ven years of commissioning and LEEDS experience, leveraging hands-on expertise i n installation, troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of broad ran ge of HVAC equipment to serve as HVAC Professional. ~ Resourceful and decisive leader with outstanding organizational skills for coo rdinating workflow, managing team productivity, and promptly addressing issues f or timely completion of all tasks. ~ Strong technical, mechanical, and electrical knowledge, including installation , repair, and maintenance of sheet metal and HVAC systems, as well as related co mponent parts to meet operation, safety, quality assurance, and green environmen tal standards. ~ Self-directed and reliable, exercising sound judgment in troubleshooting, diag nosis, and problem solving, while improving processes and efficiencies in dynami c settings. ~ Excellent interpersonal communication strengths combined with ability to clear ly and simply effect positive operations and customer service outcomes. TECHNICAL EXPERTISE - Balancing air and water (hydronics) to engineer specifications - Design and installation of pneumatic tubing and thermostats - Trained and knowledgeable in DDC controls - Operation of MIG, TIG, STICK iron and aluminum welders - Installation, balancing, and servicing of roof top units (RTU) including: air handlers (AH), boilers, chillers, water towers, dry coolers, pumps, furnaces, fa n power boxes (FPB), and variable air volume (VAV) systems. SPECIALITIES engineering services, facilities engineering, technical specifications, engineer ing technologies, contracting procedures, contracting principles, engineering da ta, engineering objectives, engineering economics, system design modifications, contractor performance, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting tools, testing t ools, design documents, shop trade, shop craft, blueprints, project scope, equip ment performance, repair actions, repair details, analyzing failures, diagnosing problems, equipment repair, equipment maintenance, technical adequacy, equipmen t modifications EXPERIENCE ADMIRAL HEATING & VENTILATING, Hillside, IL (2004 - 2009) CSM MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS, Melrose Park, IL (1995 - 2004) Assistant Balancing Superintendent / Field Superintendent for Sheet Metal Oversee, direct, and execute HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair projects for top commercial and industrial clients throughout area. Interact and consult with clients to evaluate needs, determine project scope, and arrange details. P lan and allocate personnel and materials for all projects. Schedule resources, m onitor projects, and work order process flow, adjusting for daily changes. Surve y, install, and balance all air duct and mechanical equipment in conformance wit h LEEDS specification. Train and manage team of as many as 100 skilled trades an d crafts professionals for timely completion of projects. Ensure compliance with company standards and government safety regulations, as well as delivery of exc

ellent service and customer satisfaction. Selected Projects and Contributions: ~ Mayer, Brown, and Row, Chicago, IL a" 32-floor law firm. ~ Sidley Austin, LLC, Chicago, IL a" 26-floor law firm. ~ NAVTEQ, Chicago, IL a" 12 floors and traffic TV studio, which includes chiller s, water towers, and computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units. ~ Wolfas Trading, Lombard, IL a" chillers, water towers, and 25 15-ton CRAC unit s. ~ Gottlieb Hospital and Professional Building, Melrose Park, IL patient, surgery , and office rooms. ~ Designed and implemented first commissioning data sheets for engineers, archit ects, and owners on largest project completed to date; these forms continue to b e used across all other projects. ** Early career experience as Field Foreman and Assistant Shop Superintendent fo r Rosenow Roofing and Acme Wiley, Corp. ** PROFESSIONAL TRAINING TRITON COLLEGE, River Grove, IL Completed 60-hour certification course in Building Inspection, 2009 NIFAST, National Institute Fire and Safety Training Completed 80-hr certification course, 2009 Engaged in extensive additional continuing education in all aspects of construct ion from 1994 a" 2010, including seven years of training and experience in Leade rship in Energy and Environmental Design (LEEDS). Sheet Metal Workers Local#265 Training Facility, Streamwood, IL Completed 60-hour certification course in: Total Building Envelope Energy Auditing, 2010 Certifications Illinois Certified and Licensed Building Inspector a" License # 450.010294 Balancing Air and Hydronics Certification a" Test and Balance Bureau (TABB) Duct Design, Hood Design, Air Properties, and Drafting Certification Test and Balance Illinois Chicago Balancing Certification (TABIC)