SAM MITCHELL
Sioux Falls
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Gartner Refrigeration
07.2025 - Current
- Led refrigeration system projects from planning through implementation and commissioning.
- Managed cross-functional teams and coordinated with clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Oversaw design, installation, and troubleshooting of commercial and industrial NH3 refrigeration systems.
- Implemented project management best practices to improve efficiency and safety compliance.
- Organized manpower needs and scheduling.
- Hybrid Location
Supervisor
Smithfield Foods
Sioux Falls, SD
06.2021 - 07.2025
- Supervised and coordinated activities of staff to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards.
- Delegated tasks to team members according to individual strengths.
- Provided ammonia and boiler technical support to team members to complete tasks more efficiently.
- Assisted with design and implementation of NH3 systems.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment related to the ammonia refrigeration system.
- Identified opportunities for energy conservation through improved efficiency of existing equipment or processes.
Service Technician
Prairie Sons
Brandon, SD
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Replaced worn-out components with genuine parts for optimal system performance.
- Followed safety protocols when performing service and repairs.
- Utilized strong communication skills to interact with customers and provide technical advice.
- Remained up-to-date on technical and product knowledge within area of responsibility.
Service Manager
Comfort Zone
Sioux Falls, SD
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Communicated with customers in person and by phone to promote issue resolution and excellent service.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems related to refrigeration equipment.
- Installed and repaired commercial refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and control systems.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Refrigeration
Southeast Tech
Sioux Falls, SD05-2012
Skills
- Training and Mentoring
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Refrigeration Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Control Systems
- Analytical Thinking & Decision Making
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Project planning and development
- Schedule management
Certification
- EPA 608/609
- GCAP Ammonia I and II
- IIAR 2 Design and Construction of NH3 Systems
- OSHA 30
Timeline
Project Manager
Gartner Refrigeration
07.2025 - Current
Supervisor
Smithfield Foods
06.2021 - 07.2025
Service Technician
Prairie Sons
06.2019 - 06.2021
Service Manager
Comfort Zone
04.2018 - 06.2019
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Refrigeration
Southeast Tech