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Ernest Salamone

Shamokin,PA

Summary

Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Merck Pharmaceuticals, excelling in HVAC system maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Proven ability to minimize downtime through effective equipment repairs and preventive maintenance. Strong documentation skills and safety awareness ensure compliance with OSHA standards, while fostering a collaborative environment to enhance team performance.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Merck Pharmaceuticals
01.2018 - Current
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.

Hvac Instructor

Northumberland County Career and Technical Center
01.2014 - 08.2018
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.

Union Pipefitter

Local 520 Plumbers and Pipefitters
01.1992 - 01.2014
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.

Education

No Degree - Workforce Education

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2016

High School Diploma -

Line Mountain High School
Herndon, PA
05-1988

Skills

  • HVAC system maintenance
  • Documentation
  • Plumbing
  • Tool management
  • Air compressors
  • Plumbing repairs
  • Supply management
  • Construction management
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • OSHA
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Mechanical expertise
  • Parts replacement
  • Equipment Repair
  • Safety awareness
  • Mechanical repair
  • Power and hand tool use
  • Building maintenance

Certification

  • epa 608 License - [Timeframe]
  • osha 30
  • first aid/cpr

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Merck Pharmaceuticals
01.2018 - Current

Hvac Instructor

Northumberland County Career and Technical Center
01.2014 - 08.2018

Union Pipefitter

Local 520 Plumbers and Pipefitters
01.1992 - 01.2014

No Degree - Workforce Education

Pennsylvania State University

High School Diploma -

Line Mountain High School

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