1. THOMAS POLANSKY
Irwin, PA 15642 (724) 864-3285 (H) (724) 961-7268 (C)
TECHNICAL SERVICES ENGINEER
Experienced Building Automation Professional & Team Player
A self-starter and internally driven individual who rose from an entry level Test Technician position to a Technical
Services Engineer in over 21 years of dedicated service within the Building Automation Industry. A continuous
learner with a proven track record of effectively applying new skills and producing quality output. A team player
with extensive BAS training and experience across a spectrum of open and proprietary communication protocols. A
quality focused individual with extensive experience in product validation testing and debug of BAS software.
STRENGTHS & CORE COMPETENCIES
Customer Service
BAS Start-Up & Commissioning
Product Validation Testing
Product Training
New Product Development
Application Knowledge
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TACO COMFORT SOLUTIONS – Cranston, RI (1/2009 – 11/2016)
$200 Million manufacturer of pumps, valves and building controls for the commercial and residential HVAC market.
Technical Services Engineer – Taco Electronic Solutions, Inc
Key member of an entrepreneurial, building automation, start-up with significant contributions to business
strategy, new product development, marketing literature and product selection software. Specific
responsibilities included product validation and debug, technical support, advanced product training and on-site
installation, start-up and commissioning services.
INNOVEX TECHNOLOGIES – Lewiston, ME (5/2006 – 2/2008)
Manufacturer of building controls for the commercial and residential HVAC market.
Technical Services Engineer
Responsible for product validation and debug, technical support, advanced product training and on-site
installation, start-up and commissioning services; Efficiently managed and prioritized customer service and new
product testing responsibilities with little or no management overview. In addition, contributed to the development of
new product software and technical documentation.
NOVAR CONTROLS/HONEYWELL – Cleveland, OH (8/2001 – 4/2006)
Manufacturer of building controls for the commercial and residential HVAC market.
Sales Support Manager
Responsible for product validation and debug, technical support, advanced product training and on-site
installation, start-up and commissioning services; Conducted all product training as well as on-site start-up and
commissioning services. In addition, developed product technical documentation including wiring diagrams and
manuals.
INNOVEX TECHNOLOGIES – East Pittsburgh, PA (10/1995 – 8/2001)
Manufacturer of building controls for the commercial and residential HVAC market.
Technical Services Engineer
Responsible for product validation and debug, technical support, advanced product training and on-site
installation, start-up and commissioning services; Conducted all product training as well as on-site start-up and
2. commissioning services. In addition, contributed to the development of new product software and technical
documentation.
AMERICAN AUTO-MATRIX – Export, PA (1/1984 – 10/1995)
Manufacturer of building controls for the commercial and residential HVAC market.
Director of Technical Services
Managed both the Field Service and Technical Service Groups. Other responsibilities included project specification
review and cost estimation as well as submittal documentation creation
Applications Engineer – Singapore
Along with the International Sales Manager setup a branch office in Singapore. Responsibilities included providing
technical Support and Training to the Pac Rim distribution.
Application Technician
Reviewed project specifications and developed project cost estimates. Also responsible for submittal documentation
creation and assisting the Field Service Team with start-up and commissioning services.
Tech Technician
Responsibilities included the testing and repair of manufactured product and customer returns.
EDUCATION
Westmoreland County Community College – A.S. Electronics Technologies