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Miah Burns

Field Service Tech
Mechanicville,NY

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Desired Job Title

Field Service TechnicianPrinciple Gas Engineering TechnicianOperations & Maintenance TechnicianAir Separation Technician IISpecialty Gas Maintenance

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Mechanicville, NY, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

80000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefits401k matchPersonal development programsCareer advancement

Summary

Detail-oriented Engineering Technician with a proven ability to identify potential issues before they escalate into significant problems. Exceptional vigilance in executing tasks ensures precision and quality in every project. Committed to delivering innovative solutions through analytical thinking and proactive problem-solving skills. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Service Technician

Core Tech Industries
10.2024 - 06.2026
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical and electrical issues in field service equipment.
  • Conducted routine maintenance to ensure optimal functionality of systems and machinery.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design modifications for improved product performance.
  • Trained junior technicians on troubleshooting techniques and equipment handling procedures.

Principle Gas Engineering Technician

Globalfoundries NY
03.2019 - 01.2024
  • Co2 system primary supervisor of, but not limited to, tanks, vaporizer's, purifiers to pipeline
  • Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on both spec & bulk gas systems
  • Knowledge of cryogenic distillation, from both HPN2 plants to large industry
  • As issues arise, I utilize my judgement, based on years of experience, to perform complex assignments to identify & solve problems
  • Analytical skill set of chromatology and spectroscopy
  • Solid understanding of P&ID's and as built prints.
  • Improved equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and calibrations.
  • Streamlined workflow within the team through effective communication and collaboration with engineers, technicians, and management.
  • Assisted with installation, calibration and testing of engineering systems.
  • Troubleshot and resolved engineering issues to reduce delays and achieve project milestones.
  • Consistently met high-quality standards for all completed work while adhering to established timelines, ensuring client satisfaction with final results.
  • Collaborated closely with engineers in developing new products or improving existing ones, providing valuable input from a technician's perspective.

Operations & Maintenance Technician

Matheson Tri-gas
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • I have worked in all phases of Argon collection, O2 and N2 separation
  • Clean dry air (CDA) & oxygen pipelines to our customers, Owen & Corning
  • Matheson Tri-gas is a dual operating plant, as they also have a liquefier to store cryogenic liquid, which is used for filling tankers for venders along with our trucks hauling cryogenic gases
  • There are multiple industries that thrive off our cryogenic gases.
  • Improved equipment reliability by performing regular inspections, diagnosing issues, and conducting timely repairs.
  • Reduced downtime through diligent preventive maintenance and swift troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical problems.
  • Provided emergency response during equipment breakdowns, quickly restoring functionality while minimizing production delays.
  • Maintained accurate records of maintenance tasks performed, enabling effective tracking of equipment performance trends over time.
  • Performed regular audits of maintenance systems, tools, and practices to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Air Separation Technician II

Air Liquide GFMalta NY
10.2015 - 06.2017
  • Supporting the process of (N2) Nitrogen, (O2)
  • Oxygen production to the customer
  • As a Production technician I recorded approximate rounds and readings of analyzers, filtration skids, and cryogenic tanks
  • Measuring the quality and accurate delivery pressure to the Customer
  • Conversant in chromatography and functionality of gas analyzers
  • I reviewed and updated all SOPs to ensure safety with day-to-day quality of production and productivity
  • Oxygen transfers from the cold box to the customer's product tank, AR, N2, O2 truck transfers to product tanks
  • Working with temperatures ranging from -400F to 400F
  • All PM and regular maintenance done on Mac's and CDA compressors and dryers
  • Additionally, I possess a solid understanding of 3 phase power
  • The plants I worked on were HPN2 120 KSCFH, 228 KSCFH Nitrogen plants and also a TCN Oxygen plant
  • CDAO, CDA8 compressors and dryers.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
  • Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
  • Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.

Specialty Gas Maintenance

Air Liquide GFMalta NY
03.2015 - 03.2015
  • In Compliance with and supports all Air Liquide Specialty Gases safety programs and SOP's, I oversaw both planned and unplanned maintenance activities
  • Partnered with the customer’s engineering staff to develop a maintenance plan, along with a timeline for an execution strategy
  • Additionally, I was responsible for documentation of all preventive maintenance into (Maximo) along with the commissioning and decommissioning of gas lines for tool owners, vendors, and the customer, while at the same time maintaining the integrity of Air Liquide by providing not only quality, but a safe workplace environment.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and industry regulations.

Research Technician III

College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering
04.2010 - 08.2013
  • Responsible for the processing of wafers on defined semiconductor tools in a Research and Development facility
  • The recovery of tools and the ability to retrieve documented errors to maintain efficiency throughout the chip fabrication process
  • I collaborated closely with engineers on tasks related to equipment
  • Precise readings of statistical process control charts used for quality of tools and wafers
  • I am experienced in troubleshooting Out of Spec defects and collaborating with engineers
  • I am also skilled in Wet & Dry etch tools and was the lead research tech on the Varian Ion Implant tools
  • I have worked with tool owners during fab warm downs to assist with maintenance and preparation to bring tools back online in proper spec.
  • Verified regulatory compliance and protocol adherence through comprehensive inspections.

Education

Regents Diploma -

Troy High School
Troy, NY

Environmental Science Program -

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
12-2004

Skills

  • Strategic issue analysis
  • Constructive mindset
  • Problem-solving and maintenance
  • On-site repairs

Timeline

Field Service Technician

Core Tech Industries
10.2024 - 06.2026

Principle Gas Engineering Technician

Globalfoundries NY
03.2019 - 01.2024

Operations & Maintenance Technician

Matheson Tri-gas
01.2017 - 01.2019

Air Separation Technician II

Air Liquide GFMalta NY
10.2015 - 06.2017

Specialty Gas Maintenance

Air Liquide GFMalta NY
03.2015 - 03.2015

Research Technician III

College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering
04.2010 - 08.2013

Environmental Science Program -

Hudson Valley Community College

Regents Diploma -

Troy High School

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