Cody Bender
Hopewell Junction,New York
Summary
Mechanical professional with focus on operational efficiency and workforce management. Proven ability to lead teams, handle complex mechanical tasks, and ensure project timelines are met. Consistently fosters collaborative environment and adapts to changing project demands. Notable skills include mechanical troubleshooting and effective communication.
Overview
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1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Foreman
Metro-north Railroad
White Plains, NY
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of mechanical teams to ensure timely project completion.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance reliability.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on safety protocols and best practices in mechanical work.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Prioritized safety, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth through targeted feedback.
Machinist Welder
Metro North Railroad
North White Plains
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
- Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
Race Car Chief
Dyson Racing Team
Poughkeepsie, NY
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Entered condition of vehicle interior, tires, frame and mechanical components.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Approved student schedules and classes to begin semester.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Automotive Service Technician
Right on Point Automotive
08.2013 - 04.2021
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components
- Gave accurate quotes on needed repair work, fully educating customers on possible options and plans of action
- Inspected completed repairs to check for accuracy and functionality and maintain customer satisfaction
- Read work orders to prepare for machine setup
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
- Informed supervisors when machines required major scheduled service or immediate repair
- Provided outstanding customer service
- Coordinated and monitored vendor maintenance for large repairs
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
Automotive Service Technician
Stallion Automotive
06.2005 - 08.2013
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece
- Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
- Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications
- Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
- Accurately estimated time and materials costs for repairs
- Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools
Education
No Degree -
Community College of Vermont
Burlington, VTNo Degree - Business Management
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NYNo Degree - Business Management
SUNY At Albany
Albany, NYHigh school diploma -
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School
Wappingers Falls, NY06.2006
Skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Self-motivated
- Strong team player
- Strong mechanical skills
- Dependable and reliable
- General math skills
- Capable of heavy lifting
- Power and hand tools
- MIG experience
- Welding and fabrication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Skilled maintenance and repair
- Reliability
- Job prioritizing
- Decision-making
- Machinery operations
Certification
New York State Vehicle Safety and Emissions Inspectors License
Mailing Address
Cody Bender
342 Augusta Dr
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Phone
845-702-2728
Timeline
Mechanical Foreman
Metro-north Railroad
03.2026 - Current
Machinist Welder
Metro North Railroad
03.2022 - Current
Race Car Chief
Dyson Racing Team
04.2021 - 03.2022
Automotive Service Technician
Right on Point Automotive
08.2013 - 04.2021
Automotive Service Technician
Stallion Automotive
06.2005 - 08.2013
High school diploma -
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School
No Degree -
Community College of Vermont
No Degree - Business Management
Dutchess Community College
No Degree - Business Management
SUNY At Albany