Ishmael McNeal
Amherst
Summary
Maintenance technician with expertise in equipment calibration and electrical troubleshooting at Upstate Niagara Cooperative. Enhanced operational efficiency through proactive maintenance strategies and effective collaboration. Committed to safety and quality, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in industrial settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Upstate Niagara Cooperative
West Seneca
09.2023 - Current
- Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems to ensure optimal operation and minimize downtime.
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and operational issues in equipment using technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
- Perform repairs and replacements of faulty components such as bearings, belts, motors, and wiring to restore functionality.
- Collaborated with engineering and production teams to implement modifications that enhanced equipment performance and reliability.
- Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities and repairs, ensuring accurate parts inventory management within computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Adhered to safety protocols and guidelines, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and reinforcing company safety policies.
Line Cook
Brick House Tavern & Tap
Amherst
12.2019 - 08.2023
- Cooked high-quality food items in a fast-paced kitchen environment, providing timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured timely food preparation during peak service hours to meet customer demand.
- Prepared a variety of dishes following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
Line Cook
Red Robin
Buffalo
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Executed preparation and cooking of diverse dishes in fast-paced kitchen, delivering timely service and meeting quality standards.
- Prepared high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Managed food safety and sanitation procedures consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations.
Crew Member
Bocces Club Pizza
Buffalo
08.2018 - 03.2019
Customer Service Representative
Capital Management Services
Amherst
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisted customers with inquiries and resolved issues efficiently.
- Provided product information and recommendations to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
- Coordinated debt solutions payment arrangements to assist customers in managing financial obligations.
Landscaper/Laborer
Grasschoppers
Orchard Park
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Installed irrigation systems to enhance water efficiency in landscaped areas.
- Operated landscaping equipment for efficient yard care and maintenance tasks.
- Maintained landscape design plans for residential and commercial properties.
- Applied mulch and removed weeds from garden beds to promote healthy plant growth and improve visual appeal
Team Member
Mighty Taco
04.2014 - 03.2015
Education
Industrial Controls & PLC Systems Trainingi - Industrial Controls & PLC Automatoni
Trade School
CNC Technical Solutions06-2026
Mechatronics - College certificate
Northland Workforce Training Academy
Buffalo, NY04-2026
Industrial Electronics Certificate - Industrial Electronics & Electrical Control System
CNC Technical Solutions
Medina, NY12-2025
Skills
- Industrial controls
- Equipment calibration
- Computer skills
- Multimeters
- Overhaul maintenance
- Interpreting technical drawings
- E & I
- Electronic equipment testing
- Blueprint reading
- Microsoft Office
- Supervising experience
- Electrical experience
- Robotics
- Low voltage
- Electrical wiring
- Mechanical bearings
- POS
- Facilities on-demand maintenance
- Rigging
- Pneumatics
- Manufacturing company experience
- Pneumatic systems
- Voltmeter
- Mechanical gear maintenance
- Power tools
- Compressor maintenance and repair
- Pneumatic machine repair
- Pneumatic system maintenance
- Hand tools
- Industrial equipment
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Total productive maintenance
- Mechanical equipment adjustment
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Industrial electrician experience
- Industrial maintenance
- Predictive maintenance
- Electrical motors
- Mechanic experience
- Equipment inspection
- Conveyor installation
- Replacing parts
- Technical support
- Equipment cleaning
- PLC
- AC/DC electrical systems
- Power transmission system maintenance
- Event Logistics
- Ohmmeter
- Grounds Equipment Maintenance
- Productivity software
- Writing (10 years)
- Fast Learner
- Microsoft (10 years)
- Organization (5 years)
- People Skills (10 years)
- Manual labor (5 years)
- Skip tracing (1 year)
- Point calling (1 year)
- Food Safety
- Manufacturing equipment maintenance
- Robot maintenance
- Client Interaction
- Record keeping
- Electrical maintenance
- Corrective maintenance
- Condition-based maintenance
- Millwright
- Time management
- Climbing
- Windows
- Mechanical belt maintenance
- Computer operation
- Data interpretation
- Mechanical repair
- Material handling equipment maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Operating systems
- Ability to follow instructions
- Materials handling
- Hydraulic repair
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Machine tool maintenance
- Operational Support
- Mechanical chain maintenance
- Electrical diagnostics
- Facilities autonomous maintenance
- Facilities emergency maintenance
- Mechanical knowledge
- PLC troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting pneumatic systems
- Pallet jack
- Packaging
- Micrometer
- Equipment malfunction troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Cooking
- Troubleshooting hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Analysis skills
- Ammeter
- Electrical soldering
- Plumbing
- Maintenance and operations
- Equipment testing
- Hardware maintenance
- Mechanical assembly
- Technical Proficiency
- Industrial equipment troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Calipers
- Conveyor maintenance
- Assembly
- FTA
- Facilities routine maintenance
- Mechanical pump maintenance
- Hydraulic system maintenance
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Class E Driver's License
- OSHA 10
- Forklift Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe
Willing To Relocate
Buffalo, NY
Additional Information - Authorized To Work
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Upstate Niagara Cooperative
09.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Brick House Tavern & Tap
12.2019 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Red Robin
03.2019 - 12.2019
Crew Member
Bocces Club Pizza
08.2018 - 03.2019
Customer Service Representative
Capital Management Services
07.2017 - 06.2018
Landscaper/Laborer
Grasschoppers
05.2017 - 07.2017
Team Member
Mighty Taco
04.2014 - 03.2015
Industrial Controls & PLC Systems Trainingi - Industrial Controls & PLC Automatoni
Trade School
Mechatronics - College certificate
Northland Workforce Training Academy
Industrial Electronics Certificate - Industrial Electronics & Electrical Control System
CNC Technical Solutions