Aaron Smith
Challis,ID
Summary
Dynamic and skilled HVAC Technician with extensive experience at Danes Sheetmetal and Heating.
Extensive experience in industrial Refrigeration and utility operation and repair
Proven ability in equipment repair and maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and energy efficiency. A dedicated team player, adept at troubleshooting complex systems and enhancing project efficiency through collaboration and attention to detail.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ranch Hand
Chamberlain Ranch
Challis, ID
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted in animal husbandry tasks, including feeding, grooming, and health monitoring.
- Operated and maintained ranch equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
Utilities 2 Operator
Chobani
Twin Falls, ID
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Operated production machinery to ensure smooth workflow and maintain quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and executing timely repairs or adjustments.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and safety protocols to enhance productivity.
- Operated ammonia refrigeration equipment and systems
- operated and maintained boilers and steam system
- operated and maintained air compressors and high pressure air systems
- operated and maintained all incoming and out going water systems including city water, softeners, RO's and waste water systems.
- assisted maintenance and other production depatments in day to day operation.
HVAC Technician
Danes Sheetmetal and Heating
Ketchum, ID
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Installed, repaired, and maintained HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections and diagnostics to identify system malfunctions and troubleshoot issues.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex installations, enhancing overall project efficiency.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Installed new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings with precision and attention to detail.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
Education
No Degree - Renewable Energy
CSI
Twin Falls, IDGED -
Minico High School
Rupert, ID06-1994
Skills
- Equipment Repair
- Team player
- Teamwork
- Machinery upkeep
- Operating heavy machinery
- Basic carpentry
- Grounds maintenance
- Machinery repairs
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Basic mechanical skills
- Operating tools
- Safety procedures
- Heavy machinery
Certification
- HVAC journyman License - (expired)
- EPA universal refrigerate certification
- 1 week RETA school in Indiana
- Train the trainer program @ Chobani
- CPR (expired)
- Forklift and man lift certifacations @Chobani (expired)
Timeline
Ranch Hand
Chamberlain Ranch
08.2019 - Current
Utilities 2 Operator
Chobani
01.2014 - 08.2019
HVAC Technician
Danes Sheetmetal and Heating
01.2003 - 01.2009
No Degree - Renewable Energy
CSI
GED -
Minico High School