Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Michael Jaques

Pan-am/Berkshire and Eastern Railways
North Bennington,VT
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience

Led team initiatives to meet strict deadlines while ensuring meticulous attention to detail.,Managed operations in high-pressure settings, effectively handling time-sensitive tasks.,Cultivated adaptability within teams to thrive in fast-paced work environments.

Work History

Maintenance Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

6 Years 3 Months
Pan-am/Berkshire and Eastern Railways | 06.2020 - Current
  • Supervised maintenance teams to ensure timely completion of projects and adherence to safety standards.
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules, minimizing equipment downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Implemented training programs for technicians, improving skill sets and fostering a culture of safety.
  • Conducted inspections of rail infrastructure, identifying issues and prioritizing repairs to maintain service reliability.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks, ensuring consistency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards proactively.
  • Cerified in Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC); well-versed in FRA regulations and inspection procedures
  • Operated heavy equipment safely and efficiently in compliance with safety standards
  • Performed Construction and maintenance work on railroad tracks, bridges, and buildings, ensuring structural integrity and operational readiness
  • Coordinated repair schedules to minimize downtime, optimizing resource allocation and workflow processes.
  • Supervised daily maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational efficiency.

CNC Milling/Machine Operator

9 Months
G.S. Precision, INC | 09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Oversaw setup and operation of various machining equipment, ensuring optimal performance of 3, 4, and 5-axis machines.
  • Interpreted blueprints with precision to ensure accurate project execution.
  • Evaluated and replaced tools as necessary to support project requirements.
  • Executed equipment offset adjustments to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Executed precise measurements of components to ensure quality standards.

Shipping and Receiving

5 Months
Atlantic Furniture | 04.2019 - 09.2019
  • Unloading shipping containers to stock warehouse inventory
  • Picking orders for UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Home Depot, Walmart, Way-fair and other companies
  • Operating Forklifts and motorized pallet jacks
  • Loading trailers

CNC Milling/Machine Operator

1 Year 10 Months
G.S. Precision, INC | 06.2017 - 04.2019
  • Oversaw setup and operation of various machining equipment, ensuring optimal performance of 3, 4, and 5-axis machines.
  • Interpreted blueprints with precision to ensure accurate project execution.
  • Evaluated and replaced tools as necessary to support project requirements.
  • Executed equipment offset adjustments to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Executed precise measurements of components to ensure quality standards.

Shipping Receiving / Material Handler / Utility

2 Years 10 Months
Argotec | 05.2014 - 03.2017
  • Assisted Machine Operators as needed.
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to retrieve and move materials.
  • Loaded raw material in hoppers for operational use and packaged finished material and prepared them for shipment.
  • Ship out finished goods by loading them on to a freight truck.
  • Operated a box truck in order to moved finished goods or materials between buildings.
  • Operated motorized pallet jacks, rider pallet trucks, scissor lifts, forklifts, reach trucks and box trucks.

Education

New England Tractor Trailer Training School | Somers, CT | 10-2020

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)- Class B

High School Diploma

Pioneer Valley Regional School | Northfield, MA | 06-2008

Skills

Track Inspection
Railway Management
Maintenance/ Planning
Personnel Supervision
Worksite Safety
Operated forklift
motorized pallet truck
reach truck
and scissor lift for efficient material handling.
Performed CNC (Computer Numerical Control)machining tasks to create precision parts.
Utilized Microsoft Office tools (Word
Excel
PowerPoint) to support documentation and presentations.
Applied strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot equipment issues.
Collaborated effectively with team members to achieve operational goals.
Adapted quickly to new tasks and procedures.
Heavy equipment (Wheel loaders
Excavators
Gradalls
Grapple trucks
Mini excavators
Backhoes
Tie exchangers
Spike pullers
Tie cranes
Anchor squeezer/spreaders
Ballast regulator
Spikers
Plate setters
Lockout and tagout procedures
Power tools operation

Certification

  • CDL License - 2020
  • 2A Hoisting License Mass - 2020

Timeline

Maintenance Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Pan-am/Berkshire and Eastern Railways
06.2020 - CurrentRead More

CNC Milling/Machine Operator

G.S. Precision, INC
09.2019 - 06.2020Read More

Shipping and Receiving

Atlantic Furniture
04.2019 - 09.2019Read More

CNC Milling/Machine Operator

G.S. Precision, INC
06.2017 - 04.2019Read More

Shipping Receiving / Material Handler / Utility

Argotec
05.2014 - 03.2017Read More

New England Tractor Trailer Training School

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Pioneer Valley Regional School

High School Diploma
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Michael Jaques