Michael Pinckney
Shippensburg,Pa
Summary
Professional technician with high standards and focus on achieving results. Skilled in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for variety of systems and equipment. Strong team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and ensures reliability. Known for problem-solving abilities, mechanical aptitude, and effective communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Vitro Engineered Glass
03.2025 - Current
- Minimized equipment downtime by promptly diagnosing and resolving technical issues.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure optimal machinery performance and safety.
- Executed inspections and repairs on various machines to maintain operational efficiency.
- Replaced worn components and repaired systems to enhance production quality.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during machine failures to ensure production continuity.
- Implemented preventive maintenance procedures for equipment to reduce unexpected breakdowns.
Co-Owner/Operator
Country Grown Firewood
10.2012 - Current
- Increased operational efficiency by managing skid loader and tractor operations.
- Ensured reliable transport with maintenance of dump trucks and chain saws.
- Streamlined firewood production using log splitters and processors effectively.
- Designed and built custom log processing equipment to enhance productivity.
- Promoted sales and provided tailored solutions to customer needs.
- Oversaw daily operations to optimize firewood processing and distribution efficiency.
Operations Supervisor
Fedex Ground
09.2021 - 03.2025
- Achieved efficient unloading by utilizing roller and motorized conveyor belts.
- Enhanced package processing by accurately scanning and labeling shipments.
- Improved loading efficiency for trailers and vans with motorized conveyor systems.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and operational guidelines for productivity.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure timely package handling and deliveries.
- Coordinated trailer dispatches, optimizing routes and schedules for maximum efficiency.
Groundsman
Asplundh
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Enhanced safety protocols through effective collaboration with team members.
- Executed brush clearing and tree removal using chainsaws and hydraulic pole saw.
- Operated hydraulic boom lift for efficient project completion and safety maintenance.
- Maintained equipment functionality through regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs.
- Utilized trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance and brush clearing tasks.
- Replaced blades and fluids on gardening tools for optimal operational performance.
Maintenance Repair 1
Colonel Denning State Park
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Efficiently operated and maintained skid loaders, backhoes, tractors, and steiners.
- Ensured optimal performance of chainsaws through regular maintenance and operation.
- Enhanced lawn care by maintaining and operating zero-turn mowers efficiently.
- Improved landscape aesthetics by refurbishing and constructing wooden marker signs.
- Extended porch durability by replacing screens and inspecting wooden bridges.
- Repaired stone walls to preserve structural integrity and appeal.
- Executed vehicle repairs and routine maintenance, ensuring operational reliability.
- Upgraded electrical systems by inspecting and replacing outlets and fixtures.
- Enhanced building safety by removing and replacing shingles and plywood.
- Improved plumbing efficiency through installation and replacement of PVC pipes.
- Winterized fountains to prevent damage during colder months.
- Constructed culvert retaining walls using block laying techniques.
- Towed trailers using dump truck, facilitating easy transportation of materials.
Assembly Technician
Kelly Services (JLG)
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Assemble machine parts via use of pins and locking pins.
- Assemble machine parts via use of nuts and bolts.
- Install hydraulic hoses and fittings.
- Torque bolts and fittings to specification.
Firewood Packer
Randstad Temp Agency (Gish Logging)
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Package firewood in a fast paced environment.
Dock Supervisor
Old Dominion Freight Lines
10.2005 - 12.2016
- Manage the proper loading of trailers by use of forklift.
- Manage workload and productivity.
- Execute trailer departure schedules on time.
- Implement good housekeeping and safety behaviors.
Quality Assurance Technician
Dairy Farmers of America
05.2005 - 10.2005
- Quality assurance from raw materials to finished products.
- Disassemble production pipelines and assemble sanitation lines to sanitize.
- Run lab tests on ingredients and finished products.
Warehouse Worker
Schnieder Electric
03.2000 - 05.2005
- Reduced loading times by implementing process improvements in warehouse operations.
- Ensured accurate inventory management through diligent stock counting and organization.
- Trained new employees on essential safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Streamlined picking, packing, and shipping processes to enhance order efficiency.
- Maintained clean and hazard-free workspaces by enforcing housekeeping standards.
- Operated forklifts and various machinery safely, adhering to all safety guidelines.
Mechanic
The New Harrisburg Truck Body Company
05.2001 - 04.2002
- Ensured timely repairs by replacing damaged and defective vehicle components.
- Managed inventory effectively, guaranteeing tools and parts were readily available.
- Executed proper repairs by disassembling defective vehicle parts as needed.
- Maintained safety standards, reducing workplace accidents through strict adherence to regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance, optimizing performance across all units.
- Achieved quality control standards, ensuring peak performance for every vehicle serviced.
Education
Associates Degree - Electronics Engineering
I.T.T. Technical Institute of Technology
06.2001
High School Diploma - undefined
Shippensburg Senior High
06.1998
Skills
- Equipment preventive maintenance
- Building repairs
- Mechanical diagnostics
- Safety awareness
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hydraulic systems
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mechanical expertise
- Mechanical aptitude
- Pneumatic systems
- Motor controls
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Vitro Engineered Glass
03.2025 - Current
Operations Supervisor
Fedex Ground
09.2021 - 03.2025
Groundsman
Asplundh
09.2020 - 09.2021
Maintenance Repair 1
Colonel Denning State Park
09.2017 - 09.2021
Assembly Technician
Kelly Services (JLG)
03.2017 - 09.2017
Firewood Packer
Randstad Temp Agency (Gish Logging)
12.2016 - 03.2017
Co-Owner/Operator
Country Grown Firewood
10.2012 - Current
Dock Supervisor
Old Dominion Freight Lines
10.2005 - 12.2016
Quality Assurance Technician
Dairy Farmers of America
05.2005 - 10.2005
Mechanic
The New Harrisburg Truck Body Company
05.2001 - 04.2002
Warehouse Worker
Schnieder Electric
03.2000 - 05.2005
High School Diploma - undefined
Shippensburg Senior High
Associates Degree - Electronics Engineering
I.T.T. Technical Institute of Technology