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Dale Cotsack

Fern Glen,United States

Summary

Knowledgeable Maintenance Technician offers 31 years of troubleshooting and repair experience with advanced technical knowledge. Diligent, dependable and service-driven with strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess repair needs. Also familiar with multiple CMMS systems such as MP2, FIXX, and SAP.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Reliability Planner/ Lead

Hersheys Chocolate
Hazleton, PA
09.2021 - Current
  • Installed, repaired and maintained equipment.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
  • Tested machine malfunctions and performed repairs.
  • Adjusted and calibrated machines as required.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
  • Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.

Maintenance Technician III

Polyglass USA
Hazleton, PA
01.2019 - 09.2021
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Performed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Mentored junior maintenance professionals to provide instruction on correct repair procedures.
  • Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demand.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
  • Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.

Electro/Mechanical Technician

EAM-Mosca
Hazleton, PA
04.2018 - 01.2019
  • Identified and executed equipment-related improvement initiatives based on electromechanical comprehension.
  • Oversaw production and functionality of high-speed mechanical elements.
  • Installed, repaired and programmed programmable logic controllers and variable speed drives.
  • Aligned, fit and troubleshot problems with electro-mechanical components.
  • Used advanced skills in Electrical and Mechanical to deploy, assemble and disassemble mechanical components.
  • Applied troubleshooting techniques to determine cause of malfunctioning systems.

Maintenance Technician II

Polyglass USA
Hazleton, PA
08.2016 - 04.2018
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Performed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Mentored junior maintenance professionals to provide instruction on correct repair procedures.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
  • Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
  • Worked with outside vendors to prepare for large system installations and complex repairs.

Lead Electro/Merchanical Technician

Donsco
Mt. Joy, PA
07.2012 - 05.2016
  • Audited, maintained and repaired equipment to achieve operational efficiency.
  • Identified and executed equipment-related improvement initiatives based on electromechanical comprehension.
  • Collaborated with Production, lending mechanical expertise to meet team goals.
  • Prepared, reviewed and updated drawings, diagrams and wire connections.
  • Installed, repaired and programmed programmable logic controllers and variable speed drives.
  • Identified and implemented opportunities for conserving energy and resources.
  • Used multimeters, oscilloscopes and other hand tools to test and evaluate components.
  • Mentored newly hired [Job title]s in daily tasks to enable improved understanding of job expectations.
  • Aligned, fit and troubleshot problems with electro-mechanical components.
  • Applied troubleshooting techniques to determine cause of malfunctioning systems.
  • Utilized diagnostic techniques and test equipment to assess electromechanical circuits, equipment, processes and systems.

Owner

D. Cotsack Electric
Conyngham, PA
07.2007 - 09.2010

Owned and operated small electrical contracting buisness in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

Project Foreman/Journeyman Electrician

T.J. Cannon
Pittston, PA
03.2002 - 05.2007
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components, including maintenance of all equipment.
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
  • Talented Journeyman Electrician with expertise in layouts, installations and rough-in work. Familiar with fixtures and customer preferences. Methodical professional with meticulous attention to detail and efficient manner.
  • Reviewed diagrams and relevant codes to complete tasks safely and accurately.
  • Replaced malfunctioning components for failing electrical setups.
  • Led team of apprentice electricians through installing electrical systems and inspected existing circuits.
  • Reviewed existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
  • Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.

Project Foreman/Journeyman Electrician

ARC Electric
Hazleton, PA
05.1991 - 01.2002
  • Performed rough-in, termination and underground work.
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
  • Constructed and installed electrical wiring and electronic components, including maintenance of all equipment.
  • Followed established safety practices when using tools and equipment.
  • Reviewed diagrams and relevant codes to complete tasks safely and accurately.
  • Replaced malfunctioning components for failing electrical setups.
  • Led team of apprentice electricians through installing electrical systems and inspected existing circuits.
  • Reviewed existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
  • Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
  • Assembled and installed physical structures, electrical wiring and electronic components, including maintenance of all equipment from incoming power to component level with 12 to 4160
  • volts.
  • Laid out and sized components according to building specifications and user requirements.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Technology

Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA

High School Diploma -

Bishop Hafey High School
Hazleton, PA
06.1989

National Journeyman Wireman Certification -

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Hazleton, PA
03.1996

Skills

  • Electrical Certification
  • Codes compliance
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Understanding schematics
  • Troubleshooting strength
  • Power and hand tool use
  • Organizational ability
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Safety-oriented mindset
  • Licensed Journeyman Electrician
  • System installations
  • Supply ordering
  • Coordinating project schedules
  • Project planning

Timeline

Reliability Planner/ Lead

Hersheys Chocolate
09.2021 - Current

Maintenance Technician III

Polyglass USA
01.2019 - 09.2021

Electro/Mechanical Technician

EAM-Mosca
04.2018 - 01.2019

Maintenance Technician II

Polyglass USA
08.2016 - 04.2018

Lead Electro/Merchanical Technician

Donsco
07.2012 - 05.2016

Owner

D. Cotsack Electric
07.2007 - 09.2010

Project Foreman/Journeyman Electrician

T.J. Cannon
03.2002 - 05.2007

Project Foreman/Journeyman Electrician

ARC Electric
05.1991 - 01.2002

Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Technology

Pennsylvania College of Technology

High School Diploma -

Bishop Hafey High School

National Journeyman Wireman Certification -

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
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