Keith Ishman
Corsica,PA
Summary
Skilled in diverse installation, maintenance, and repair tasks across various industries. Possess hands-on experience in troubleshooting complex issues and delivering efficient solutions. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and methodologies with strong problem-solving skills. Improved operational efficiency and equipment longevity through proactive maintenance strategies.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
HVAC Installer/Technician
Ringgold Plumbing and Heating
Ringgold, PA
09.2024 - 08.2026
- Installed heating and cooling systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Executed routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment, enhancing system reliability.
- Assisted in diagnosing HVAC system issues for timely repairs and service calls.
- Replaced defective parts and installed new components, restoring system functionality and minimizing downtime.
- Explained HVAC system operations and maintenance requirements, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
- Maintained accurate records of installations, repairs, and maintenance services.
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Business Owner
Woodlands Tavern
Mayport, Pennsylvania
02.2019 - 12.2025
- Managed daily operations of busy tavern, ensuring high service standards and efficiency.
- Supervised staff to consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences, enhancing guest loyalty.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations to promote a safe environment.
- Controlled inventory levels and placed orders for supplies, ensuring optimal stock availability.
- Trained new employees on service procedures, enhancing team performance.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved complaints to maintain satisfaction.
- Collaborated with vendors to ensure quality products and services were received.
- Promoted business on social media platforms, increasing brand visibility and attracting new customers.
Manager/Supervisor
NRG Energy, Inc.
Brookville, Pennsylvania
04.2012 - 03.2018
- Managed resource allocation and scheduling for optimal workforce performance.
- Monitored staff performance, addressing issues proactively.
- Conducted performance reviews, delivering constructive feedback to enhance staff development.
- Coached and mentored team members, fostering skills growth and job performance improvement.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance employee skills and knowledge retention.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans enhancing team productivity and morale.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations, maintaining operational integrity.
- Oversaw building and grounds maintenance and repair to ensure a safe and well-maintained work environment.
- Completed thorough shift change functions to maintain operational standards daily.
- Coordinated daily trucking schedules for timely deliveries to various locations.
Maintenance Supervisor
GenOn Energy / RRI
Johnstown, Pennsylvania
07.2007 - 03.2012
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules for equipment.
- Supervised maintenance teams to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Coordinated emergency repairs as needed in order to minimize disruption in production schedules.
- Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions to identify repair needs. and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Coordinated repairs with external contractors and vendors efficiently.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize equipment repairs.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Maintained records of work orders, service schedules, and compliance documentation.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Ordered replacement parts to maintain machine functionality.
- Managed inventory of tools, parts, and supplies for maintenance tasks.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and best maintenance practices.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation and maintenance techniques for various types of machinery.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Prepared and monitored budget to keep maintenance department financially sound.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
Maintenance Technician
Reliant Energy
Johnstown, Pennsylvania
03.2000 - 06.2007
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment and machinery.
- Conducted routine inspections on electrical and mechanical systems.
- Machinist at Brookville Maintenance Facility and various power plants, ensured equipment readiness during outages.
- Performed all duties of Millwrights, Pipe fitters, Boilermakers and Operators for intercompany mobile maintenance group
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve complex system failures, enhancing operational reliability.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and protocols during operations.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment and systems.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair, fostering skill development and team efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas to ensure safety by removing debris and hazardous materials.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Worked as certified welder for mild steel, Inconel, and stainless steel, ensuring high-quality welds in various projects.
CNC Machinist/Manual Machinist
Miller Welding and Machine
Brookville, Pennsylvania
02.1994 - 02.2000
- Operated CNC and Manual machines to produce precision components for various projects.
- Set up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
- Set up, adjusted, or operated basic or specialized machine tools to support precision machining operations.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for accurate machining procedures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
- Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Monitored production processes to maintain quality standards throughout operations.
- Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in the CNC machinery.
- Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
- Use computer software for programming CNC Machines.
- Performed routine maintenance on CNC equipment, enhancing machine reliability and performance.
- Conduct regular preventive maintenance activities on assigned machines; document results accordingly.
- Established and enforced safety protocols, ensuring a secure working environment for all staff.
- Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot machining issues effectively.
- Trained junior machinists on equipment operation and best practices in machining.
- Replaced cutting tools based on job specifications to ensure machining accuracy. according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
- Utilize manual machining techniques when required; complete projects within allotted time frames.
- Documented repair activities, including parts used and labor hours, ensuring accurate maintenance records. including parts used and labor hours expended.
- Maintain records of approved and defective units or final products.
Pug Mill Operator
Glen Gery Brick
Summerville, Pennsylvania
06.1991 - 03.1994
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality brick products efficiently.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to prevent breakdowns.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance.
- Documented production data accurately for reporting purposes.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Followed safety guidelines when operating equipment and handling hazardous materials.
- Troubleshot problems with machinery or tooling in order to maintain quality standards.
- Assisted with setup and changeover operations on multiple milling machines simultaneously.
- Assisted other team members with various tasks.
- Participated in regular training sessions related to job duties and safety requirements.
- Reported defective materials or questionable conditions to supervisor immediately.
- Replaced cutter wires on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Cleaned work areas, machines, and equipment regularly to ensure a safe working environment.
Brick Setter
Glen Gery Brick
Summerville, Pennsylvania
08.1987 - 05.1991
- Assisted in training new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Handled a variety of bricks and shapes manually on kiln cars to prepare for firing.
- Set up Pug Mills, Cutters, and Spray Booths.
- Performed plant maintenance and other jobs when not needed on the greenbelt.
- Conducted thorough cleaning of kiln car tracks to maintain operational efficiency during downtime.
Education
Vocational - Building Trades/Maintenance
Jeff Tech
Reynoldsville, PA05-1987
High School Diploma -
Brookville High School
Brookville, PA05-1987
Skills
- A/C troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- System installation
- Plumbing installation
- HVAC diagnostics
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Electrical wiring
- Thermostat installation
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Boiler systems
- Cooling systems
- Ventilation systems
- Unit installation
- System maintenance
- Split systems repair
- Ductwork installation
- Plumbing repairs
- Valid [state] driver's license
- Gas piping knowledge
- Gas furnaces
- Blueprint reading
- Forklift operator
- Rough terrain forklift operator
- Overhead crane
- various other equipment and tooling
Timeline
HVAC Installer/Technician
Ringgold Plumbing and Heating
09.2024 - 08.2026
Business Owner
Woodlands Tavern
02.2019 - 12.2025
Manager/Supervisor
NRG Energy, Inc.
04.2012 - 03.2018
Maintenance Supervisor
GenOn Energy / RRI
07.2007 - 03.2012
Maintenance Technician
Reliant Energy
03.2000 - 06.2007
CNC Machinist/Manual Machinist
Miller Welding and Machine
02.1994 - 02.2000
Pug Mill Operator
Glen Gery Brick
06.1991 - 03.1994
Brick Setter
Glen Gery Brick
08.1987 - 05.1991
Vocational - Building Trades/Maintenance
Jeff Tech
High School Diploma -
Brookville High School