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DREW COPPOLINO
Operations/ Owner
Drew decided to open Freedom Pool Services after working for the largest pool equipment and supply retailer in the country as an equipment installer. He realized the value of a skilled and trained pool equipment expert. The giant corp. did not train appropriately and would let unskilled installers install things like pool heaters that involve gas plumbing and electrical, they would charge top dollar for this unskilled installation, They also paid technicians a very low wage and based any additional pay on commission and labor dollars, this forced technicians to up sell in order to survive in the Bay Areas high cost of living. This is where he met his partner Alen who was a pool equipment wizard and had been with the company 11 years at the time. After a few years and of fixing bad installs for unsatisfied customers and barely making it on the low wages he decided to put in his notice and start Freedom. Knowing the value that Alen brings to the pool industry and the struggle Alen was also having with a family of 5 surviving in the Bay Area he promised Alen he would come back for him as soon as the new company can add the additional payroll. The new company would offer the highest skill set without selling people things they don't need or want. It would also be a place where valued employees one day can make a fair wage and be appreciated for being a team member.
certifications/Training
Pentair
Hayward
Fluidra
Raypak
Orenda Certified (4 Pillars)
Basic Water Chemistry (Hasa)

ALEN HANDZAR
Partner / Senior Lead Tech
Alen has been a swimming pool equipment technician for 15 plus years. He is "The Guy"! If Alen can't fix it, it can't be fixed. Alen has a keen ability to solve complex issues and troubleshoot for quick, dependable results. Alen's primary focus is installation, with a specialization in automated pool systems. When othe pool techs cant figure it out, they call us to see if Alen can come out. Alen has been asked for feedback by all the major pool manufactuers when they are designing new systems because of years of experience and mind.
certifications/Training
Pentair
Hayward
Fluidra
Raypak

ALEX GUERRERO
Assistant Manager/Equipment Tech
Alex has been in the pool industry since 2004 where he maintained a local school district's pools. By 2008 Alex started installing and repairing equipment. He started with Freedom in 2016 and between formal technical training and being aside Alen and Drew has now become one of the highest level equipment installers in the industry, he focuses on detail and at this point is Freedoms best plumber. Freedom is contracted to install full equipment sets by custom builders and Alex is the head of this department leading every highly technical equipment pad install we do for custom pool builders.
Certifications/Training
Pentair
Hayward
Raypak
Fluidra

ANTHONY COPPOLINO "NINO"
Field Captain/weekly Pool Technician
Nino has been with Freedom since June of 2019 he is a Certified Pool Operator and responsible for servicing many pools a week, in 2021 Nino was promoted to Captain for his good work ethic and his advancement in chemistry knowledge.
Orenda Certified (4 Pillars)
Certified Pool Operator (NSPF)
Basic Water Chemistry (Hasa)
Electricity for the Service Pro (Pentair)
Hydraulics for the Service Pro (Pentair)
AquaRite S3, AquaRite 940 and (Hayward)
HydraPure
Polaris Pressure Side Cleaners (Fluidra)

ALEJANDRO CEDILLO "ALEX"
Field Captain/Weekly Pool Technician
Alejandro came to us in June of 2020 with years of landscaping and customer service experience. He finished his service and chemistry training with high marks and has already proven to be an excellent weekly service technician. In 2021 Alex was promoted to Captain for his hard work and reliability.
Orenda Certified (4 Pillars)
Basic Water Chemistry (Hasa)
Electricity for the Service Pro (Pentair)
Hydraulics for the Service Pro (Pentair)
AquaRite S3, AquaRite 940 and (Hayward)
HydraPure
Polaris Pressure Side Cleaners (Fluidra)

ADOLFO VILLASENOR "DOLF"
WEEKLY POOL TECHNICIAN
Dolf has been with Freedom since September 2021, his prior experience was with customer service and landscaping, he has been a fast learner and great communicator. Trainings include...
Orenda Certified (4 Pillars)Basic Water Chemistry (Hasa)
Electricity for the Service Pro (Pentair)
Hydraulics for the Service Pro (Pentair)
AquaRite S3, AquaRite 940 and (Hayward)
HydraPure
Polaris Pressure Side Cleaners (Fluidra)

MARCUS LOBATO
Weekly Service Tech
Marcus came to Freedom in February 2021. He had prior experience at Tesla warehouse inventory and organization. He immediately made a huge impact by reorganizing the Freedom shop and implementing a new inventory system. He now is the main pool tech for our Discovery Bay route. Marcus has also been a professional DJ for 10 years. He currently still DJs Weddings and events on weekends and holidays. Feel free to reach out to us if you would like info on Marcus's event services.
Basic Water Chemistry (Hasa)
Orenda Certified (4 Pillars)
Electricity for the Service Pro (Pentair)
Hydraulics for the Service Pro (Pentair)
AquaRite S3, AquaRite 940 and (Hayward)
HydraPure
Polaris Pressure Side Cleaners (Fluidra)

RUBEN LOPEZ
Weekly Maintenance Tech
Ruben has been with Freedom since March 2022 he came to us with years experience in customer service and landscaping. He currently maintains over 60 pools a week in the South Bay Area.
Basic Water Chemistry (Hasa)
Electricity for the Service Pro (Pentair)
Hydraulics for the Service Pro (Pentair)
AquaRite S3, AquaRite 940 and (Hayward)
HydraPure
Polaris Pressure Side Cleaners (Fluidra)

RANDY CAMPBELL
Shop Manager/Field Support
Randy has been with Freedom since June 2022, He is in charge of the main Freedom shop in Santa Clara,CA he orders chemicals weekly, stages equipment for upcoming projects, and maintains all of our inventory. Randy makes sure we are efficient and organized.

MARK CATES
Weekly Maintenance Tech/ Equipment Tech in training
Mark has been with Freedom since August 2022 he came to us as a flooring expert looking to change trades. He has finished his weekly pool technician training and currently maintains multiple pools a week
Orenda Certified (4 Pillars)
Basic Water Chemistry (Hasa)
Electricity for the Service Pro (Pentair)
Hydraulics for the Service Pro (Pentair)
AquaRite S3, AquaRite 940 and (Hayward)
HydraPure
Polaris Pressure Side Cleaners (Fluidra)
Equipment Certified (Pentair)

FERNANDO AGUILAR
WEEKLY POOL TECHNICIAN
Fernando came to us June 2022 with agriculture and landscaping experience, he completed our weekly service technician training with flying colors and maintains over 60 pools a week

ADRIANA COPPOLINO
Administration/HR
Adriana has been with us since August 2019, she handles the payroll, billing, coordinating and routing.