Josh Smith

Additive Manufacturing Technician with hands-on experience operating and maintaining 3D printing equipment in a production environment, including build setup, post-processing, and quality checks on finished parts. Former certified electrician with strong troubleshooting skills, close attention to detail, and a track record of earning trust in fast-paced, collaborative team environments. Helped move the shop from older 3D printers to Bambu Lab X1C and H2D machines, and supported both additive and light assembly workflows.

Additive Technician at Common Fibers (2025-09 – Present)

• Helped transition the shop's 3D printing operation from older printers to Bambu Lab X1C printers and eventually an H2D, expanding print quality and capacity.
• Develop working instructions for additive manufacturing operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Perform post-processing and quality checks on printed parts, maintaining close attention to detail and dimensional accuracy.
• Manage filament and printer accessory inventory, tracking stock and reordering supplies as needed.

CNC Operator at Common Fibers (2025-09 – Present)

• Operate CNC routers (Laguna, Blue Elephant, Thermwood) and a Fadal Vertical Mill, supporting combined additive/subtractive production workflows.
• Reference CAD/CAM drawings for CNC production runs to confirm tolerances.
• Create and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for CNC equipment.

Residential Electrician at IBEW Local 46 (2024-01 – 2025-08)

• Installation: Ran wires, fit conduits, and set up outlets, switches, ceiling fans, lighting, and EV chargers.
• Upgrades: Replaced outdated fuse boxes and upgraded breaker panels for modern power loads.
• Troubleshooting: Used multimeters and testers to find short circuits, faulty wiring, or dead lines.
• Repair: Fixed or swapped out broken switches, flickering lights, and damaged cables.

Residential Electrician at AquaQuip (2019-01 – 2024-01)

• Installed new electrical circuits and subpanels for hot tubs, swimming pools, and hearths.
• Repaired and troubleshot inoperable equipment, following NEC guidelines on every jobsite.
• Trained junior electricians on company procedures and guided them on jobsites.
• Operated and stocked a company vehicle for daily jobsite work.

Pool and Hot Tub Maintenance Technician at AquaQuip (2015 – 2019)

• Serviced, maintained, and repaired pools, hot tubs, and related equipment for residential clients.
• Diagnosed and resolved mechanical and equipment issues on-site.
• Managed daily service routes covering areas from West Seattle to Belfair, including both residential and commercial properties.
• Drove and maintained the company vehicle and vehicle inventory.
• Communicated with customers on ETAs and service issues.
• Completed detailed reports documenting work performed at each job.

Certified Electrician – Dept. of Labor and Industries (2021-10 – 2027-09)

High School Diploma – Kentwood High School (2007-09 – 2011-06)