Jimmie Smith
MZI Group
Cedar Lake,IN
1
Certification
31
Years of experience
Facility operations background covering HVAC/R, plant operation support, and building systems reliability. Coordinate corrective repairs with external contractors and troubleshoot fire alarm systems to reduce downtime and support safety compliance. Supervise custodial team activities and sign off on completed work orders for on-time service delivery.
Work History
Operating Engineer-Plant Operator II- Engineer
18 Years 11 Months- Directed building safety activities to support safe operations and occupant protection.
- Managed infrastructure and facility maintenance to keep systems functioning properly and support occupant safety.
- Coordinated contractor repair work to support timely completion and quality compliance.
- Diagnosed and reset fire alarm system faults.
- Supervised custodial staff performance.
- Oversaw building cleanliness and reinforced high standards with custodial staff.
- Approved completed work orders after review.
Lead Custodian
2 Years- Lead Custodian of the maintenance staff
- Distributed work assignments and cleaning supplies to maintenance staff to ensure efficient task completion
- Performed thorough cleaning of the building throughout each shift to maintain hygiene standards
- Conducted daily cleaning of building and grounds to provide a safe and welcoming environment
- Secure building and set alarm at the end of the work day
- Responded to emergency calls during off hours in the event of an emergency
Custodian
5 Years- Performed daily cleaning of building and assigned sections to ensure cleanliness and safety
- Cleaned classrooms and bathrooms daily to maintain a hygienic learning environment
- Stripped and waxed floors regularly to enhance appearance and extend floor life
- Performed ongoing cleaning of building areas
Fork Lift Operator
4 Years- Loaded and unloaded trucks to facilitate smooth logistics operations
- Operated various forklifts safely to support warehouse operations
- Maximized storage space by stacking products at elevated heights.
- Picked and packed work orders efficiently to ensure timely delivery
Education
Willow brook, IL - HVAC/R
- EPA Universal Certification
- R410A Certification
- Member of the National Technical Honors Society
Chicago, IL - Auto Controls (DDC)/ HVAC
Chief Engineers Certification
- EPA Universal Certification
- Certificate in Basic Electricity
High School Diploma - Chicago, IL
Skills
Troubleshooting Furnaces
A/C Maintenance
Clean and Checks
Work Order Management
Technical Documentation
Brazing
Problem resolution
Multi-tasking
Leadership skills
Customer service
Detail-oriented
Software proficiency
Certification
- Plumbing Certificate, Local 399, 08/2026
- Locksmith II Certificate, Local 399, 08/2026
- Fire Alarm Panel Certificate, (Local 399, Emergency Generator and Transfer Switch, (Local399, 04/17/2025)
- Locksmith I Certificate, Local399,09/17/2024)
- Variable Frequency Drive Certificate,(Local 399, 09/17/2024
- Inline Pump Seal Replacement & Alignment, (Local399, 04/11/2024)
- Chiller Basics, (Local399, 04/10/2024)
- Belts, Pulleys & Sheaves, (Local399, 04/09/2024)
- Chief Engineer Training, (Local 143, 05/01/2014)
- Basic HVAC Controls, (Local 143,06/30/2012
- Basic Electricity, (Local 143, 02/10/2010
- Asbestos awareness training (Chicago Board of Education, 2008)
- Custodial training certificate (Chicago Board of Education, 2007)
- City of Chicago Stationary Engineer's License (City of Chicago, 2006)
- Affiliated Steam Equipment certificate (Blue Island, IL 2005)
- Swimming pool operators certificate (Dept. of Public Health, 2005)
Accomplishments
- National Technical Honor Society
Timeline
Operating Engineer-Plant Operator II- Engineer
MZI Group
11.2007 - CurrentRead More
Lead Custodian
Chicago Public School
01.2005 - 01.2007Read More
Custodian
Total Maintenance Facility
01.2000 - 01.2005Read More
Fork Lift Operator
DSC Logistics
01.1996 - 01.2000Read More
ETI School of Skilled Trades
Willow brook, IL from HVAC/R
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Westside Technical Institute
Chicago, IL from Auto Controls (DDC)/ HVAC
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International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 143
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Emil G. Hirsch High School
High School Diploma from Chicago, IL
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