David Lee Smith
Pottsville
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Ability to use multiple computer based programs i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc. Proficient in tracking and logging industry requirements needed for the betterment of company production. Vast experience in maintaining and tracking millions of dollars worth of equipment and insuring the safety and well-being of personnel either under lead or as a peer-to-peer relationship.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Year Electrician Apprentice
Industrial Power Incorporated
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other electricians to troubleshoot complex electrical issues, resulting in successful problem resolution.
- Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems.
- Acquired technical knowledge quickly by participating in ongoing training programs offered by the company or industry organizations.
- Utilized specialized tools like multimeters or voltage testers to accurately assess current flow through an electrical system.
- Duties included industrial lighting installation, camera installation, installation of tie and timber equipment, installing and landing all electrical circuits including 480V and 120/240V, Flywheel gas pad installation and maintenance on multiple sites.
25S Satellite Communications Operator and Maintain
Arkansas Army National Guard
01.2018 - Current
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.
- Tested equipment and circuits using various tools such as standard hand tools and network diagnostic tools.
- Repaired cut cable of various sizes and worked with color-coded wires and cables.
- Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment.
- Installed and maintained systems and analyzed users' needs.
- Reviewed and interpreted facility orders, network design orders, and circuit layout orders.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Maintained and Operated up to 8 different satellite communications systems for 2 different Brigades to insure communications for mission success.
Plant Operator
Drax BioMass
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules and regulations.
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts and slakers regularly.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
- Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
- Performed Durability and Moisture tests every hour to check quality of wood pellets.
- Implemented process changes.
- Evaluated procedures and results for accuracy and to determine appropriate next steps.
Machine Operator
Vinh Long Industries
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for production runs.
- Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.
Internet and Phone Technician
Southwestern Telecommunications INC.
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Streamlined repair processes, leading to increased efficiency and reduced wait times for customers.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses to stay current on industry advancements while continually honing technical skillset.
- Performed software updates and data transfers during device repairs, ensuring minimal disruption for clients.
- Educated customers about proper care techniques to extend their devices'' lifespan after completing repairs successfully.
- Conducted thorough inspections of devices to identify issues accurately before initiating repair processes.
- Reduced repair times for better customer experience with proficient troubleshooting skills.
- Installed wiring, cabling and networking hardware on customer premises.
- Included lateral, overhead, pedestal, fiber patch panels, and MC Offices to determine termination of copper and fiber pairs.
Unit Movement Officer
Arkansas Army National Guard
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Tracked all equipment and personnel of an entire company for movement to and from pre-deployment training sites.
- Continuously updated computer based programs in order to track and log all equipment and personnel during movements which could be accessed by the entire Brigade for continuity purposes.
- Insured the safe movement of up to $25 million worth of vehicles, weapons systems, Line of Sight communications systems, and satellite communications systems required by the Brigade to complete an overseas deployment mission.
CNC Machine Operator
Mahle Engine Components
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Loaded and unloaded parts to maintain high level of production.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Operated and maintained up to six different mill and lathe machines to fabricate CamShaft products.
- Measured completed pieces to identify product irregularities and specifications non-conformance; adjusting machines to correct issues.
- Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements.
- Processed or interpreted signals or sensor data.
- Outlined and programmed routines and parameters for different robotic systems.
Boilermaker Apprentice
Local 69
03.2014 - 09.2017
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Studied designs, blueprints and drawings to create templates of boilers.
- Utilized welding equipment and various power tools to safely complete predetermined operations .
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
68W Health Care Specialist
Arkansas Army National Guard
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Evaluated injured or ill persons to determine nature and extent of concerns.
- Learned new techniques to better serve patients' needs.
- Kept up with continuing education requirements to maintain certification.
- Prioritized medical procedures based on severity of concern and available resources.
- Followed decontamination and mandatory reporting procedures when dealing with infectious individuals.
- Stabilized serious and critical patients for transport to medical facilities with advanced care teams.
- Conveyed information about conditions and field treatments given to medical facility staff.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims or to receive instructions for further treatment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Insured unit medical readiness within a Battalion Aid Station as the Medical Supply Non-Commissioned Officer. Duties included procurement of medical supplies and logging of deficiencies of all medical supplies used in day to day operations.
68W Combat Medic
Arkansas Army National Guard
02.2005 - 12.2007
- Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in pre-hospital settings.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
No Degree - Network+
Army Communications Training Network
Camp Robinson, Little Rock, AR01-2020
No Degree - A+
American Army Medical Training Network
Tobyhanna, PA01-2018
Bachelor of Arts - General History
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05.2012
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
American Army Medical Training Network
San Antonio, TX11.2004
Skills
- Active Listening
- Service Quality
- Technical Order Interpretation
- Facility Preparation
- Video Mapping Technology
- Critical Thinking
- Repair Cost Estimates
- Equipment Transport
- Service Requests
- Production Work
- Technical Documentation Reading
- Mechanical Equipment Repair
- Technical Operations Safety
- Social Perceptiveness
- Project Requirements
- Creative Solutions
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of twenty-two members to complete over ten missions at once.
Timeline
2nd Year Electrician Apprentice
Industrial Power Incorporated
03.2023 - Current
Plant Operator
Drax BioMass
10.2021 - 08.2022
Machine Operator
Vinh Long Industries
08.2019 - 02.2020
Internet and Phone Technician
Southwestern Telecommunications INC.
01.2019 - 12.2019
CNC Machine Operator
Mahle Engine Components
03.2018 - 07.2018
25S Satellite Communications Operator and Maintain
Arkansas Army National Guard
01.2018 - Current
Unit Movement Officer
Arkansas Army National Guard
12.2017 - 01.2019
68W Health Care Specialist
Arkansas Army National Guard
11.2015 - 02.2017
Boilermaker Apprentice
Local 69
03.2014 - 09.2017
68W Combat Medic
Arkansas Army National Guard
02.2005 - 12.2007
No Degree - Network+
Army Communications Training Network
No Degree - A+
American Army Medical Training Network
Bachelor of Arts - General History
Arkansas Tech University
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
American Army Medical Training Network
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