Wade Elwood
Lewiston,ID
Summary
Skilled HVAC Assistant with strong abilities in system installation, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance. Proven track record in supporting project efficiency and ensuring optimal performance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Assistant
Mikes Mechanical
Lewiston, Idaho
03.2014 - 05.2025
- Assisted technicians with HVAC system installations and repairs.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Supported inventory management by organizing and tracking supplies.
Sheet Metal Worker
Union local 55
Spokane, Washington
05.2008 - 02.2014
- Constructed sheet metal structures that complied with industry standards and ensured structural integrity.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure precise measurements and adherence to project requirements.
- Fabricated metal components with precision tools to meet design specifications.
Millworker
Guy Bennett Lumber
Clarkston, Washington
08.2006 - 09.2008
- Operated machinery to process lumber, ensuring safety and adherence to production standards.
- Operated lumber chain system in planer mill to ensure smooth material flow.
- Fed lumber through the planer, contributing to consistent production flow.
Cell Tower Technician
Inland Cellular
Uniontown, Washington
10.2003 - 09.2006
- Installed and maintained cellular antennas on towers across service areas.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety compliance.
- Troubleshot signal issues using specialized testing equipment and tools.
Apprentice Lineman
Caribou construction
Safford, Arizona
06.2001 - 08.2003
- Installed and maintained overhead power lines to ensure reliable electrical distribution.
- Installed underground power systems and electrical terminations, contributing to site-specific project completion.
- Operated heavy machinery and tools to support safe and efficient installation projects.
Mill Worker
Potlatch corp, Jaypee Plywood
Pierce, Idaho
10.1995 - 09.2000
- Operated milling machines to produce plywood products efficiently.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met consistently.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for processing in a safe manner.
Security/Infantryman
US
Twentynine Palms, California
08.1991 - 08.1995
- Provided security as sergeant of the guard at Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific, Naval Submarine Base Bangor, ensuring safety of critical assets.
- Served in 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit as anti-tank assaultman during amphibious withdrawal of United Nations forces from Mogadishu, Somalia (Operation United Shield), contributing to mission success under challenging conditions.
- Participated in combined arms exercises in desert warfare training at 29 Palms, California, enhancing operational readiness and tactics integration.
Education
Associate of Arts - Basic lineman course ( No Degree)
Northwest Lineman College
Meridian, ID06-2001
Associate of Arts - HVAC Apprenticeship
Lewis Clark State College
Lewiston, ID08-2026
Skills
- HVAC system installation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Equipment upkeep
- Inventory management
- Blueprint interpretation
Timeline
HVAC Assistant
Mikes Mechanical
03.2014 - 05.2025
Sheet Metal Worker
Union local 55
05.2008 - 02.2014
Millworker
Guy Bennett Lumber
08.2006 - 09.2008
Cell Tower Technician
Inland Cellular
10.2003 - 09.2006
Apprentice Lineman
Caribou construction
06.2001 - 08.2003
Mill Worker
Potlatch corp, Jaypee Plywood
10.1995 - 09.2000
Security/Infantryman
US
08.1991 - 08.1995
Associate of Arts - Basic lineman course ( No Degree)
Northwest Lineman College
Associate of Arts - HVAC Apprenticeship
Lewis Clark State College