Mario Barajas
owner – energy consultant
Home Performance & Building Science Specialist | Energy Code Compliance Specialist
Based in Palm Bay, FL
Certifications & Licenses
RESNET Certified Rating Field Inspector
ENERGY STAR Certified
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Experience
For over 4 years, Mario has been a subject matter expert for energy codes and programs, building performance & building science, and RESNET Energy Ratings, Inspections, and Testing. He’s rounded out his experience with dedicated roles in HVAC. Mario also has an extensive background in customer service.
Residential Energy Project Manager – National 3rd Party Engineering Firm
3 yrs 8 mos | Apr 2022 – Dec 2025
Treasure Coast & Palm Beaches, FL
• Managed energy conservation and rebate initiatives for builders, enhancing sustainability in new residential projects.
• Led a small, efficient team as a Subject Matter Expert for the Treasure Coast and Palm Beaches.
• Carried out all aspects, including sales, dispatching, project management, testing & inspections, and billing, ensuring seamless operations personally.
• Conducted building envelope leakage (blower door) testing and HVAC duct leakage testing for compliance with building codes.
• Ensured energy efficiency measure completion for new homes, townhomes, and apartments across the Treasure Coast & Palm Beaches.
• Collaborated with construction teams to identify and rectify leakage issues, enhancing overall building performance.
Business Development and HVAC Estimating – Family Air Experts
1 yrs+ | Aug 2025 – Current
Treasure Coast, FL
• Perform construction plan takeoffs and estimating for HVAC new construction, renovation, commercial, and bid opportunities, helping expand the company into additional project markets.
• Build and manage the company’s marketing and business development systems, expanding a growing local HVAC company’s digital presence, brand strategy, and community reach.
• Lead SEO, local SEO, AEO, Google Business Profile optimization, website development, content strategy, digital advertising, branding, and marketing campaigns to improve local visibility and generate new business.
• Develop company branding and marketing assets, including advertisements, banners, event displays, sponsorship materials, website graphics, and other print and digital collateral.
• Manage community partnerships, sponsorships, networking opportunities, home shows, and local events, coordinating participation from initial outreach through on-site representation.
• Support company operations through CRM administration, staff training, workflow development, process improvement, technology implementation, and general IT support.
• Work directly with ownership across marketing, operations, technology, estimating, and strategic initiatives, developing systems and processes to support the company’s continued growth.
Customer Service – Publix Supermarkets
11 yrs | Sep 2015 – Sep 2026
Space Coast & Treasure Coast, FL
• Coordinated front-end operations, optimizing workforce efficiency and ensuring adequate checkout support.
• Resolved customer complaints with empathy, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Managed complex transactions, including money transfers and refunds, while maintaining accurate cash handling to prevent losses.
• Efficiently scanned and packed groceries, ensuring quick order completion for a seamless customer experience.
• Maintained accurate cash handling and till management, preventing financial discrepancies and loss.
• Assisted in keeping the register area tidy and stocked, enhancing the shopping environment for customers.
• Promoted exceptional customer service to provide an exceptional shopping experience for customers.
• Delivered exceptional customer service by engaging with shoppers and addressing their needs.
• Efficiently packed product and assisted with carry out of orders, ensuring a smooth, and positive checkout experience.
• Fostered positive relationships with customers, enhancing their shopping experience