Michael Tavares
@michaeltavares
Skilled gas and HVAC technician with hands-on experience in installation, maintenance and sheet metal fabrication.
CanadaWhat I'm looking for
I am a practical, self-motivated gas and HVAC technician with formal training from Mohawk College and broad hands-on experience in heating systems, gas piping, and sheet metal fabrication.
I have worked across residential and commercial settings performing installations, repairs, maintenance, and component fabrication while following codes and safety procedures.
My background includes service and troubleshooting of gas, propane and oil-fired burners, furnaces, boilers and hot water systems, plus experience with ductwork, ventilation, and mechanical controls.
I bring strong work ethic, leadership in field roles, and customer-focused service, and I am actively building certifications to expand my refrigeration and gas licensing credentials.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sheet Metal Fabricator
GB Mechanical
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Fabricated and assembled sheet metal components to code, installed washroom fans and ductwork, and performed quality checks to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
Gas Piping Labourer
Jemview Gas Piping
Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)
Performed general labour for gas piping jobs including cutting and threading gas pipe, installing PVC lines, painting meters, and building furnace and tankless water heater connections.
USWarehouse Associate
United Parcel Service
Jan 2016 - Jan 2019 (3 years)
Loaded and unloaded aircraft and trucks, operated belt loader machinery, and executed time-sensitive handling to maintain efficient parcel processing.
HVAC Technician Assistant
Invictus Heating & Cooling
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)
Supported daily HVAC operations by managing equipment and materials, performing general site duties, and repairing previously installed units addressing leaks and component failures.
Construction Labourer
Core-slab Structures
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)
Performed general labour tasks including mixing and applying cement, operating jobsite machinery and tools, and supplying materials to support construction activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MTMohawk College of Applied Arts & Technology
Certificate, Gas & Oil Burner Technology
2016 - 2018
Completed Gas & Oil Burner Technician program covering heating, ventilation, fuel delivery systems, combustion efficiencies, and service/maintenance of gas, propane, and oil-fired burners and heating equipment.
St. Jean de Brébeuf Secondary School
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
2011 - 2014
Secondary school diploma program completed with general secondary education coursework.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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