Cody Bickford
Orlando
Summary
Experienced with developing and delivering technical training programs. Utilizes strong communication skills to simplify complex concepts and engage learners. Track record of fostering collaborative learning environment and adapting to evolving training needs.
Overview
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Work History
Apprentice
Central Shops
- Collaborated with a technician to understand how a print work to correctly disassemble and reassemble the ride vehicles for yearly maintenance.
- Broke down the assembly of ET, Forbidden Journey, and River adventure.
Apprentice
Velocicoaster
- Daily ride vehicle inspections
- Weekly Monthly extended test including proper greasing and lap bar pressure test.
- Changed and built load wheels.
- Changed a kingpin.
- Assisted with multiple friction wheel and brake changes.
- Assisted with a slater change.
Show control
River Adventure
- Standard pm work.
- Project work including T-Rex yearly, upkeep on the splitter and raptor animatronics, hydraulic hose swapping. (making and replacing)
- Pump and booster swap in the track.
- Trouble shooting boosters with AMP's.
- Major projects such as T-Rex SAE rail change out and Electrified Raptor refurbishment.
- HSM rebuild for various figures.
Ride and Show Apprentice
Universal Orlando
Orlando, FL
- Assisted in daily operations by learning safety protocols and standard procedures.
- Supported team members in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Assisted in diagnosing mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Learned new techniques and technologies to improve overall skill set.
- Assisted senior mechanics with complex repairs, gaining hands-on experience and improving technical skills.
Technical Trainer
IOA WEST
- Designed and delivered training programs for diverse technical subjects.
- Assessed trainee progress through evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars, promoting knowledge sharing among peers and trainees.
- Maintained training records, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of employee progress throughout training programs, allowing managers to easily track improvements over time.
- Updated training coursework and requirements according to group and technology changes.
Education
Technical Certification - Automation
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL06-2022
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL12-2021
Technical Certification - Mechatronics
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL08-2021
Technical Certification - Engineering Technology Support Specialist
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL11-2020
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Adaptability to change
- Coaching and mentoring
- Learning strategies
- Feedback implementation
- Materials organization
- Materials preparation
- Proficient in Maximo
- Time management
- Document creation
Certification
- Flame Effects Train Trainer
- Overhead Crane/Hoist & Rigging Inspector Train Trainer
Timeline
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Seminole State College of Florida
Technical Certification - Mechatronics
Seminole State College of Florida
Technical Certification - Engineering Technology Support Specialist
Seminole State College of Florida
Apprentice
Central Shops
Apprentice
Velocicoaster
Show control
River Adventure
Ride and Show Apprentice
Universal Orlando
Technical Trainer
IOA WEST
Technical Certification - Automation
Seminole State College of Florida