Joseph Rykowski
Sloatsburg
Summary
Equipment Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at the New York State Thruway Authority, excelling in mechanical troubleshooting and critical thinking. Enhanced equipment reliability through effective preventative maintenance, achieving significant uptime improvements. Strong team collaborator with a keen attention to detail, ensuring operational safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Maintenance Technician
New York State Thruway Authority
West Nyack, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment and systems to ensure operational safety and efficiency.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machinery, reducing downtime and enhancing reliability.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools and techniques to restore equipment functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance procedures, improving workflow efficiency.
- Diagnosed electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment components.
- Increased equipment uptime by performing timely preventive maintenance and routine inspections.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
Base Defense
United States Air Force, USAF
Newburgh, NY
08.2019 - 08.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Driver
FedEx:Ground
Blauvelt, NY
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Operated delivery vehicles ensuring timely and safe transport of packages.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Managed route planning to optimize delivery efficiency and reduce travel time.
- Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure accurate package loading and inventory management.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service while interacting with clients during deliveries.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
Automotive Technician
On The GO
Monsey, NY
05.2018 - 08.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired automotive systems to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance services, enhancing vehicle reliability for customers.
- Utilized specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot complex automotive issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
Automotive Technician
Evandro Tech
Airmont, NY
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices and advanced repair techniques.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving turnaround times for service requests.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Diagnosed complex electrical issues, restoring vehicle functionality.
- Fostered positive relationships with parts suppliers, ensuring cost-effective procurement.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Rockland Community College
Suffern, NYHigh School Diploma -
Suffern High School
Suffern, NY06-2017
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Schematic reading
- Electrical diagnostics
- Government restrictions
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
Timeline
Equipment Maintenance Technician
New York State Thruway Authority
08.2022 - Current
Driver
FedEx:Ground
10.2021 - 05.2023
Automotive Technician
Evandro Tech
03.2020 - 10.2021
Base Defense
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2019 - 08.2025
Automotive Technician
On The GO
05.2018 - 08.2022
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Rockland Community College
High School Diploma -
Suffern High School