Justin Smith
Athens
Summary
HVAC Technician with proven ability to diagnose and resolve system issues promptly. Extensive experience in system repair and maintenance, utilizing innovative techniques to enhance performance. Committed to delivering high-quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Limestone County Sheriff's Office
Athens
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised patrol operations to ensure community safety and security.
- Coordinated response efforts during emergencies and critical incidents.
- Enforced traffic laws and conducted vehicle stops to maintain road safety.
- Trained new officers in operational procedures and departmental policies.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activities and gathered evidence.
- Maintained detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and community interactions.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance law enforcement strategies.
- Led community outreach programs to strengthen public relations and trust.
- Supervised patrol activities, ensuring that laws were enforced in accordance with department policies and procedures.
- Inspected equipment used by patrol officers on a regular basis; ensured proper maintenance was conducted according to policy.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
Deputy Sheriff
Limestone County Sheriff's Office
Athens
08.2014 - Current
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure community safety and public order.
- Responded to emergency calls and incidents promptly and effectively.
- Assisted in traffic control during events to maintain smooth flow.
- Conducted investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests for legal documentation.
- Enforced local laws and ordinances through proactive policing strategies.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and provide support.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and operational before each shift.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process.
- Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
Service Technician
Southeast Quality Refrigeration
Athens
03.2013 - 08.2014
- Diagnosed and repaired heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC units to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with clients to determine their heating and cooling needs effectively.
- Managed inventory of tools and replacement parts for efficient workflow.
- Responded to service calls promptly to address customer concerns and issues.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
Reserve Police Officer
Ardmore Police Department
Ardmore
2009 - 2014
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure community safety and public order.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance as needed.
- Assisted in traffic control during events and peak hours to maintain flow.
- Conducted investigations on incidents, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and promote safety initiatives.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge of law enforcement practices.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons with tact and discretion.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on departmental policies and procedures.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to bridge police-citizen relations gaps.
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted in emergency response efforts during critical incidents.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to any physical altercations involving citizens or suspects.
- Provided support to local law enforcement agencies as needed.
- Interacted with citizens while on duty to provide assistance or answer questions they may have had about police operations.
- Responded to calls for service from citizens within the community.
Service Manager
J & R Sheet Metal HVAC
Athens
2011 - 2013
- Managed daily operations of service department to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored team members on service protocols and best practices.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance service delivery standards.
- Oversaw inventory management for service supplies and equipment usage.
- Evaluated customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in services offered.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions to problems.
- Adhered to customer service standards to foster satisfaction and retention.
Service Technician
Artic Refrigeration & HVAC
Athens
2008 - 2011
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC units.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service efficiency.
- Managed inventory of parts and equipment for repairs.
- Provided customer support and addressed service inquiries effectively.
- Installed compressors, evaporators, condensers, receivers, expansion valves and other components of HVAC systems.
- Tested electrical circuits to ensure proper functioning of motors, switches, thermostats and safety controls.
- Diagnosed and repaired malfunctions in residential and commercial refrigeration systems.
- Operated soldering equipment to seal joints between pipes in refrigeration systems.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as capacitors, contactors and relays.
- Performed preventive maintenance on air conditioning units including changing filters and cleaning coils.
- Adjusted system controls to regulate temperature levels according to customer specifications.
- Uncovered and corrected leaks with individual units and full refrigeration systems.
- Read and understood schematics in order to work on specific models.
- Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
Service Manager
Air Controlled Environment
Athens
2007 - 2008
- Diagnosed and repaired heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC units to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with clients to determine their heating and cooling needs effectively.
- Trained junior technicians on HVAC installation and repair processes routinely.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Troubleshot complex control circuits involving relays, transformers and switches.
- Provided customers with information about new technologies available for their heating and cooling system upgrades.
- Managed inventory of HVAC parts and supplies, ensuring availability of necessary components for repairs and installations.
- Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
HVAC Technician
Don Carter Heating And Cooling
Athens
2006 - 2007
- Diagnosed and repaired heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance on HVAC units to ensure optimal performance.
- Managed inventory of tools and replacement parts for efficient workflow.
- Responded to service calls promptly to address customer concerns and issues.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation.
- Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
- Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Limestone Highschool
Lester, AL05-2006
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- HVAC diagnostics
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Training and mentoring
- Community engagement
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Safety compliance
- Soldering
- EPA requirements
- HVAC controls
- System troubleshooting
- Dedicated team player
- Package and split systems
- Electrical wiring
- HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Excellent problem solver
Affiliations
- Avid Outdoorsman
- Drone Operator (Non FAA Cert)
- Family Man
- Devout Christian
Accomplishments
- Received numerous recognitions over the course of Law Enforcement Career for outstanding service and life saving awards
- Graduated at top of my class in HVAC/R during high school years
Certification
- Universal EPA Cert
- APOST Certified Police Officer
- CPR/First Aid Cert
Languages
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
Limestone County Sheriff's Office
04.2025 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Limestone County Sheriff's Office
08.2014 - Current
Service Technician
Southeast Quality Refrigeration
03.2013 - 08.2014
Reserve Police Officer
Ardmore Police Department
2009 - 2014
Service Manager
J & R Sheet Metal HVAC
2011 - 2013
Service Technician
Artic Refrigeration & HVAC
2008 - 2011
Service Manager
Air Controlled Environment
2007 - 2008
HVAC Technician
Don Carter Heating And Cooling
2006 - 2007
High School Diploma -
West Limestone Highschool
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