Leonel Ayala-Sotelo
Pocatello,ID
Summary
Maintenance and Facilities Planning Professional with 10+ years of experience supporting industrial operations, maintenance coordination, and system reliability. Experienced in CMMS systems, procurement processes, and compliance. U.S. Army Reserve leader. Active DoD Secret Clearance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Boiler Maintenance Planner
Lamb Weston
01.2017 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated daily maintenance activities for boiler operations.
- Developed maintenance plans and preventive processes, reducing downtime and increasing efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures.
- Scheduled repairs and assigned maintenance tasks to ensure smooth operations and timely completion.
- Implemented safety protocols and enforced compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Collaborated with production teams to align maintenance with operational needs.
Boiler Technician II
Lamb Weston
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Operated and maintained industrial boiler systems.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and performed safety inspections.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
- Created reports and assisted in developing CMMS tracking for boiler operations.
- Supported supervisors by mentoring new technicians and enforcing safety compliance.
Packaging Mechanic III
Lamb Weston
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Installed and maintained packaging machinery including conveyors, case erectors, and labelers.
- Performed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize breakdowns.
- Assisted in equipment upgrades and troubleshooting complex mechanical issues.
Education
Associate Degree - Applied Service Management
Wyotech
West Sacramento, CA01.2008
Skills
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
- Team Leadership & Training
- Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
- OSHA & Safety Compliance
- Budgeting & Resource Allocation
- Back-flow preventer certification
- Mechanical & Electrical Systems
- Vendor & Contractor Coordination
- CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
Languages
Spanish — Highly Proficient
English — Native
Military Service
- U.S. Army Reserve — 2005–Present
- Platoon Leader and Squad Leader roles with responsibility for training, supervising, and evaluating soldiers.
- Conducted job-specific training courses for junior and senior personnel.
- Secret security clearance
- Supervised 30+ service members, ensuring readiness, discipline, and compliance.
Timeline
Boiler Maintenance Planner
Lamb Weston
01.2017 - Current
Boiler Technician II
Lamb Weston
01.2012 - 01.2017
Packaging Mechanic III
Lamb Weston
01.2010 - 01.2012
Associate Degree - Applied Service Management
Wyotech