Trace Montana Smith
Maintenance/Welder Fabricator
Maumelle,AR
Summary
Professional technician with high standards and focus on achieving results. Skilled in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for variety of systems and equipment. Strong team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and ensures reliability. Known for problem-solving abilities, mechanical aptitude, and effective communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
West Rock Coffee
Maumelle, AR
03.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure equipment functionality.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machinery to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical issues, implementing effective solutions for timely repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and maintain production schedules.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols, maintenance procedures, and equipment operation.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that increased operational reliability and reduced costs.
- Coordinated with external vendors for equipment servicing, optimizing repair timelines and service quality.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
Maintenance Technician II
3M
Little Rock
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
Glass Glazier
First Glass of Arkansas
Conway, AR
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by accurately measuring and cutting glass for various projects.
- Adapted quickly to industry changes by staying up-to-date on new materials, technologies, and installation methods.
- Ensured safety compliance by properly installing and securing glass in commercial settings.
- Maintained a high level of craftsmanship by attending industry trainings and staying current on glass glazing techniques.
- Collaborated with architects, designers, and contractors to develop custom solutions for clients'' specific needs.
- Contributed to team success through participation in meetings where best practices were shared among colleagues.
- Achieved consistent results while working under pressure to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Tower Climbing Tech II
B & C Towers
Maumelle, AR
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Expedited repair timeframes by troubleshooting signal interference issues and promptly addressing the root causes.
- Mitigated risks associated with inclement weather conditions while working on towers through diligent adherence to safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of tower inspections, repairs, and upgrades for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Conducted site surveys for new tower installations, providing detailed reports on potential obstacles and recommendations for efficient implementation.
- Increased crew productivity by maintaining open lines of communication, fostering a positive work environment, and addressing personnel concerns promptly.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful relocation of critical telecommunications infrastructure due to environmental factors or changing requirements.
- Assisted in the troubleshooting and repair of existing tower systems, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.
- Coordinated maintenance and responded to repair calls for assigned sites.
Service Technician
ULCS
Conway, AR
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient service for various technical issues.
- Consistently met project deadlines under pressure situations while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
- Trained junior technicians in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Responded to problems reported by customers by troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
Welder/Fabricator
Caterpillar
Little Rock, AR
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
Maintenance Technician
Ryerson
Little Rock, AR
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and standards through meticulous record-keeping practices.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Education
Welding Technology -
University of Arkansas At Pulaski Tech
North Little Rock, AR12-2018
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical repair
- Equipment installation
Certification
- OSHA 10 Certified
- MSHA Certified
- Competent Rigger
- Competent Climber
- Competent Rescuer
- NWSA 1
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
West Rock Coffee
03.2025 - Current
Maintenance Technician II
3M
09.2024 - 03.2025
Glass Glazier
First Glass of Arkansas
12.2023 - 09.2024
Tower Climbing Tech II
B & C Towers
11.2022 - 12.2023
Service Technician
ULCS
12.2021 - 10.2022
Welder/Fabricator
Caterpillar
07.2018 - 08.2021
Maintenance Technician
Ryerson
01.2016 - 07.2018
Welding Technology -
University of Arkansas At Pulaski Tech