Demetrius Smith Email & Phone Number

California, United States

San Francisco Bay Area

Deliver high-quality instruction in residential and light commercial HVAC technologies. Develop and update curriculum to align with industry standards. Foster an engaging learning environment for students.Program Development: Developed a 12-week HVAC curriculum to ensure alignment with current industry standards and technologies. Selected 9th edition Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology e-book (Mind Tap). Incorporated Interplay’s Skill Mill virtual course training for residential… Show more Deliver high-quality instruction in residential and light commercial HVAC technologies. Develop and update curriculum to align with industry standards. Foster an engaging learning environment for students.Program Development: Developed a 12-week HVAC curriculum to ensure alignment with current industry standards and technologies. Selected 9th edition Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology e-book (Mind Tap). Incorporated Interplay’s Skill Mill virtual course training for residential and commercial HVAC. Constructed a training lab to include retractable Electrical Service Panel walls, HVAC troubleshooting trainers, an electrical lighting and wiring troubleshooting trainer, a mobile functioning split heat pump system, gas furnaced trainers, a soldering and brazing station, and a water piping station. Securing industry tools, equipment, materials, and supply accounts. Established four-core certifications to include EPA 608, OSHA-10, NFPA 70e, and First Aid Safety training. Created partnerships, advisory boards, and pipelines with industry employers including property management, construction, and local MEP unions. Technical Training: Developed training for safety protocols and ensured compliance with health and safety regulations. Implemented PPE equipment distribution and compliance. Delivered lectures, hands-on training, and lesson plans on HVAC systems, including service, maintenance, and repair (30 hours a week with a hybrid virtual training day). Planned and coordinated workshops, seminars, field trips, building repairs, and special projects related to HVAC training. Proctored EPA 608 certification and issued OSHA-10 and NFPA-70 in-house.Professional Development: Stays current with advancements in HVAC technology and educational methodologies through ongoing professional development, attending industry conferences, workshops, and training sessions. Engaged in continuous improvement practices to enhance teaching effectiveness and program quality. Show less

Atlanta, Ga - Corporate Location

Corporate Subject Matter Expert responsible for overseeing HVAC service, repair, and installation of 50k homes throughout the U.S. Oversaw HVAC service, repair, and installation for 50k homes throughout the U.S. Created a national standard for market approvals and reduced HVAC expenses by 15% within the first year.Vendor Management: Vetted and onboarded licensed MEP contractors. Accepted and approved vendor estimates and bids. Secured cost-saving HVAC suppliers nationally for plumbing… Show more Corporate Subject Matter Expert responsible for overseeing HVAC service, repair, and installation of 50k homes throughout the U.S. Oversaw HVAC service, repair, and installation for 50k homes throughout the U.S. Created a national standard for market approvals and reduced HVAC expenses by 15% within the first year.Vendor Management: Vetted and onboarded licensed MEP contractors. Accepted and approved vendor estimates and bids. Secured cost-saving HVAC suppliers nationally for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC parts. Implemented a national HVAC extended warranty program (Goodman and Daikin).Market: Established workflow for in-house repairs to reduce unnecessary market spending. Collaborated and worked with the directors to resolve HVAC design and installation issues in the homes.Field Technicians: Served as a technical trainer and support for levels 1, 2, and 3 field technicians. Training consisted of intermediate and advanced issues with HVAC systems. Provided standardized tools and equipment to maximize weekly work order completion. Traveled to conduct in-person HVAC training.Learning & Development: Developed LMS content and introduced Interplay Skill Mill virtual training. Built electrical troubleshooting HVAC trainers for several markets. Created voice-over PowerPoint training for onboarding market employees. Created field technician assessments for promotions.Recruitment: Recruited, vetted, and interviewed field technician and service manager candidates for national markets. Show less

Clarkston, Ga

Delivered impactful lectures, laboratory sessions, and clinical instruction in adherence to the prescribed curriculum, course outlines, objectives, and evaluation mechanisms for the program. Strategically maintained a comprehensive lesson plan detailing daily instructional events, meticulously monitored student attendance, and consistently graded assignments and tests as per administrative guidelines. Offered educational and laboratory support during scheduled office hours or by… Show more Delivered impactful lectures, laboratory sessions, and clinical instruction in adherence to the prescribed curriculum, course outlines, objectives, and evaluation mechanisms for the program. Strategically maintained a comprehensive lesson plan detailing daily instructional events, meticulously monitored student attendance, and consistently graded assignments and tests as per administrative guidelines. Offered educational and laboratory support during scheduled office hours or by appointment, ensuring students received the necessary assistance for academic success. Show less

Atlanta, Ga

Consultation services and training to staff of Service Managers. HVAC training is set up in a Module format, to start from the industry basics, to installation and troubleshooting.

Atlanta, Ga

Led the comprehensive management of the HVAC educational program, overseeing instructor placement, lab enhancement, development of electrical troubleshooting trainers, curriculum review, and continuous refinement of daily lesson plans. Spearheaded classroom teaching across all HVAC courses, including the recruitment, training, and supervision of instructors.

Woodstock, Ga

Managed HVAC sales, service, and installations in the Atlanta metropolitan area to residential and light commercial customers. Built a small residential company in North Atlanta Suburbs and serviced an average of 400-500 customers annually. Focused on service repairs and system maintenance. Completed system installation and retrofit for systems ranging from 9,000 B.T.U. ductless to 5-ton package units. Keen on customer relations and communication.

Clarkston, Ga

Delivered impactful lectures, laboratory sessions, and clinical instruction in adherence to the prescribed curriculum, course outlines, objectives, and evaluation mechanisms for the program. Strategically maintained a comprehensive lesson plan detailing daily instructional events, meticulously monitored student attendance, and consistently graded assignments and tests as per administrative guidelines.

Sandy Springs, Ga

Managed a maintenance team of five employees and responsible for leading the property maintenance of large luxury apartment property (500+ units, 1 to 3 bedrooms), as well as supervising contractors who performed specialized maintenance. Responsible for monitoring and overseeing all aspects of the physical maintenance of buildings and scheduling the daily activities of maintenance staff to include but not limited to: • Swift completion of daily work orders for repairs, including… Show more Managed a maintenance team of five employees and responsible for leading the property maintenance of large luxury apartment property (500+ units, 1 to 3 bedrooms), as well as supervising contractors who performed specialized maintenance. Responsible for monitoring and overseeing all aspects of the physical maintenance of buildings and scheduling the daily activities of maintenance staff to include but not limited to: • Swift completion of daily work orders for repairs, including installation and maintenance of plumbing, electrical, outside lighting, sheet rock wall repair, minor carpentry, and air conditioning, heating, and ventilation for multifamily units. • Specialize in critical turnkey, providing direction to employees and contractors engaging in painting, and repairing; cleaning and upkeep of the buildings including housekeeping services for apartments, common areas and clubhouse.• Assist in the development and implementation of annual preventive maintenance plan. Show less

Sandy Springs, Ga

Managed a maintenance team of five employees and responsible for leading the property maintenance of large luxury apartment property (500+ units, 1 to 3 bedrooms), as well as supervising contractors who performed specialized maintenance. Responsible for monitoring and overseeing all aspects of the physical maintenance of buildings and scheduling the daily activities of maintenance staff to include but not limited to: • Swift completion of daily work orders for repairs, including… Show more Managed a maintenance team of five employees and responsible for leading the property maintenance of large luxury apartment property (500+ units, 1 to 3 bedrooms), as well as supervising contractors who performed specialized maintenance. Responsible for monitoring and overseeing all aspects of the physical maintenance of buildings and scheduling the daily activities of maintenance staff to include but not limited to: • Swift completion of daily work orders for repairs, including installation and maintenance of plumbing, electrical, outside lighting, sheet rock wall repair, minor carpentry, and air conditioning, heating, and ventilation for apartments • Specialize in critical turnkey, providing direction to employees and contractors engaging in painting, and repairing; cleaning and upkeep of the buildings including housekeeping services for apartments, common areas and clubhouse• Assist in the development and implementation of annual preventive maintenance plan Show less

Alpharetta, Ga

Served as building engineer, maintaining and repairing HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems for Equifax’s commercial facilities. Worked with licensed and certified TRANE contractors on repair services for chillers and cooling towers for various Equifax facilities in the Atlanta area. Recognized for efficiency in troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on buildings.

Technical Diploma, Hvacr

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation And Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician