Ayube Soolaman
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Results‑driven professional with strong problem‑solving skills, a commitment to learning, and excellent communication abilities. Dedicated to supporting team success through collaboration and innovative thinking, and ready to make a meaningful impact.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Electric Meter Technician
Utility Partners of America
Schenectady, NY
04.2025 - Current
- Performed upgrades on utility electric meters to enhance operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Monitored adherence to procedures and policies, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
- Monitored electric utility meters and documented readings with precision.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with utility customers through clear and responsive communication.
- Operated company-supplied work vehicle with a focus on safety and compliance.
- Coordinated logistics for receiving and returning utility meters, tools, equipment, and supplies, maintaining accurate records.
Production Technician
Plug Power
Latham, NY
12.2021 - 03.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations.
- Assisted in the set-up and operation of production equipment.
- Trained new personnel in operating procedures for various pieces of production equipment.
- Monitored production processes, identified problems, and took corrective action when necessary.
- Conducted routine maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
Printer Technician
Fischbach USA Inc.
Guilderland, NY
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Operate and maintain equipment in a factory or warehouse and preparing items for distribution
- The job description of a production worker involves assembling and checking product parts, ensuring that all machinery runs smoothly, and assisting in the shipment of items.
- Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Inspected product quality prior to packaging and shipment.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
Sheetmetal Ductwork
J.M. Haley Corporation
Farmingdale, NY
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings
- Work may involve any of the following: setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer; operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; or inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces
- Includes sheet metal duct installers who install prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes.
Leading Hand
AFC Industries
College Point, NY
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Employed in April 2018 and by June 2018 act as a Leading hand in the welding section
- This is an area in production where we work to maximize the production at a reduce cost, thus create a accident free environment by adhering to all the health and safety rules and to also maintain a disciplined work force.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed and maintained a safe working environment for staff.
- Monitored the progress of work against set objectives, taking corrective action where necessary.
Assistant Field Manager
GuySuCo Head Office
East Coast Demerara, Guyana, South America
04.1986 - 11.2017
- Prepare budgets for approval and execute them
- Also, implement policies, objectives or activities to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments and increase production at a reduce cost
- Discussion with staff members, coordinate activities, issues and resolve problems
- To observe all health and safety rules and create an accident free environment
- Act as a lesion between union and management to foster good relationships
- Continuous training on the job for staff members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lower Corentyne Secondary School
Guyana, South AmericaOSHA 10 Hour in Construction Safety and Health -
Skills
- Equipment Calibration
- Quality Assurance
- Machine Operation
- Quality Inspection
- Manufacturing Support
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
Electric Meter Technician
Utility Partners of America
04.2025 - Current
Production Technician
Plug Power
12.2021 - 03.2025
Printer Technician
Fischbach USA Inc.
05.2019 - 11.2021
Sheetmetal Ductwork
J.M. Haley Corporation
12.2018 - 04.2019
Leading Hand
AFC Industries
04.2018 - 12.2018
Assistant Field Manager
GuySuCo Head Office
04.1986 - 11.2017
OSHA 10 Hour in Construction Safety and Health -
High School Diploma -
Lower Corentyne Secondary School