Braiden Smith
Spokane,WA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Commercial Refrigeration Technician with two years of hands-on experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems. Possesses a strong technical understanding of refrigeration cycles, system components, and operational flow.
Known for producing high-quality workmanship, meeting project deadlines, and adhering to safety protocols and regulatory compliance. A self-starter with a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and a continuous desire to expand technical knowledge. Ready to bring energy, reliability, and results-driven performance to a dynamic team. I am trying to leave market equipment and join the union to better my life and my future family's life.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Refrigeration Technician
Market Equipment
Spokane, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Installed and maintained refrigeration systems for commercial clients.
- Collaborated with team members to complete installations efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols while working on high-pressure refrigeration units.
- Performed troubleshooting and specific diagnostic tests to diagnose malfunctions.
- Uncovered and corrected leaks with individual units and full refrigeration systems.
- Completed repairs, scheduled, and predictive maintenance on different equipment and systems.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling equipment and material usage while adhering to regulatory standards and building codes.
- Delivered refrigeration units and full trailers to customers.
- Assisted senior technicians in installing large-scale commercial cases and racks.
- Utilized specialized tools such as brazing torches, leak detectors, vacuum pumps, and recovery machines.
- Cleaned condenser coils regularly to improve energy efficiency of the system.
- Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions in a timely manner.
- Calibrated instruments used to measure pressure, temperature, flow rate and other variables in the system.
- Adjusted system controls to regulate temperature settings for optimal operation.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts in refrigeration systems such as motors, compressors, condensers, evaporators and valves.
- Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
- Inspected job site before project start to identify obstacles and resolve issues.
- Tested equipment following each install to determine efficiency and proper functionality.
- Put in new refrigeration lines for brand new stores and remodels.
- Educated customers on proper use of their cooling systems.
- Interpreted schematics and diagrams to determine the most efficient repair solutions.
Line Cook
Clinkerdagger
Spokane, WA
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared and cooked menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, ovens, and fryers.
- Communicated effectively with servers to coordinate food orders and special requests.
- Followed food safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and best practices for food preparation.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
Spokane, WA06-2023
Skills
- Refrigeration installation
- System maintenance
- Leak detection
- Equipment repair
- Diagnostic testing
- PPE knowledge
- Pressure testing
- Motor replacement
- Soldering
- Multitasking abilities
- Mechanical skills
- Pipe fitting
- Rooftop units
- Walk-in coolers
- Setting or replacing valves
- Retrofit and new buildings
- Minimal downtime
Affiliations
- Golf
- Snowboarding
- Pickleball
- Cooking
Timeline
Refrigeration Technician
Market Equipment
01.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Clinkerdagger
03.2023 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
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