Ethan Schmit
Heron Lake
Summary
Committed volunteer firefighter with experience in emergency response, fire control, and public safety education. Strengths include quick decision-making under pressure, physical stamina, and teamwork skills. Have contributed to safer communities through effective firefighting and life-saving efforts.
Dependable professional with strong background installing, maintaining, and repairing systems and components. Maintains equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and corrections. Dedicated to quality and always professional.
Resourceful Internet Installer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in network configuration, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and customer service excellence. Excel in problem-solving, time management, and adaptability to new technologies. Committed to ensuring seamless internet installation and maintenance services.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Heron Lake Fire Dept
Heron Lake
05.2021 - Current
- Volunteer Firefighter, EMR, and ambulance driver.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate firefighting assistance.
- Operated firefighting equipment during drills and real incidents to ensure readiness.
- Assisted in training new volunteers on safety protocols and firefighting techniques.
- Maintained fire station facilities and equipment for optimal operational efficiency.
- Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
- Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
Field Service Technician
Frontier Communications
Fairmont
02.2021 - Current
- Install and repair phone lines, install dsl, and fiber internet, maintain circuits in a safe efficient manner.
- Strong knowledge of pole climbing, ladders, and bucket truck skills.
- Installed telecommunications equipment at customer locations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on network systems and devices.
- Diagnosed technical issues and implemented effective solutions.
- Trained customers on proper use of communication devices.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve complex service requests.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and service calls.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during field operations.
- Completed all necessary paperwork for service calls in a timely manner.
Network Technician
Computer Lodge LLC
Worthington
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Maintained networks and computer systems on customer premises.
- Installed and configured network hardware for optimal performance and reliability.
- Monitored network systems to identify issues and ensure stable connectivity.
- Assisted in troubleshooting network problems to minimize downtime for users.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance network security measures and protocols.
Broadband Technician
Vast Broadband
Worthington
03.2017 - 08.2020
- Install equipment in customers homes.
- Located cable utility lines in winter.
- Installed and configured broadband equipment for residential and commercial clients.
- Conducted routine maintenance on network systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and resolved service issues using industry-standard troubleshooting techniques.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
HVAC Service Technician
Lowes Sheet Metal
Worthington
10.2018 - 04.2019
DirecTV Technician
MasTec Advanced Technologies
Fort Worth
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Install satellites in customers homes.
Production Specialist II
AMETEK, Inc.
Jackson
01.2016 - 05.2016
- I mold and prep medical cables
- Moving up from a line worker to production specialist
- Fast paced and very good with my hands
Installation Technician
Dish network
Lakefield
06.2015 - 10.2015
- Installed dishes on roofs set up receivers.
- Learned how to work in a hands on job.
- Power tools wrenches ladders
Agronomist
Fca
Lakefield
07.2014 - 05.2015
- I was an agronomy salesman I sold seed, fertilizer and anhydrous.
Street Maintenance
City of Lakefield
Lakefield
05.2013 - 08.2014
- I mowed the parks and vacant lots in town.
- I helped with patching the roads.
- Clean the streets.
- I learned what is was like working for the street department in my hometown.
- Using a large lawn mower.
- Using hand held tools.
- Patched the roads.
- Used a weed eater.
- Painting the streets.
Education
High school - Diploma
Southwest Star Concept Secondary
Okabena, MNSkills
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Safety protocols
- Equipment operation
- Emergency response
- Training and mentoring
- Technical troubleshooting
- Network maintenance
- First aid and CPR
- Pole climbing
- Equipment installation
- Circuit maintenance
- Technical documentation
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Heron Lake Fire Dept
05.2021 - Current
Field Service Technician
Frontier Communications
02.2021 - Current
Network Technician
Computer Lodge LLC
08.2020 - 02.2021
HVAC Service Technician
Lowes Sheet Metal
10.2018 - 04.2019
Broadband Technician
Vast Broadband
03.2017 - 08.2020
DirecTV Technician
MasTec Advanced Technologies
09.2016 - 02.2017
Production Specialist II
AMETEK, Inc.
01.2016 - 05.2016
Installation Technician
Dish network
06.2015 - 10.2015
Agronomist
Fca
07.2014 - 05.2015
Street Maintenance
City of Lakefield
05.2013 - 08.2014
High school - Diploma
Southwest Star Concept Secondary