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Raymond M. McKay Jr.

North Collins

Summary

United States Marine Corps veteran. Calm under pressure, with superior time management and conflict resolution skills. Skills include: equipment accountability, managing training, critical thinking, strong leadership, time management, team leadership, supervising personnel, and expert professionalism with great technical and mechanical abilities. Resolves faults by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and fixing diverse problems. Adapts easily to challenges of each work assignment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ES Field Technician

Republic Services
Depew
03.2025 - Current
  • Developed strategies for resolving complex technical issues encountered in the field.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
  • Trained staff members on proper use of equipment, processes and procedures.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop solutions to technical challenges encountered in the field.
  • Identified potential safety hazards related to job tasks and took appropriate action to eliminate them.
  • Drove company vehicles to and from customer locations to perform field maintenance.
  • Created detailed reports documenting all work performed onsite including labor, materials and expenses incurred during service calls.
  • Managed contractors working on site according to terms specified in contracts.
  • Supervised and coordinated daily activities of field personnel to ensure efficient operations.
  • Resolved operational problems by analyzing data; identifying solutions; recommending corrective actions.
  • Monitored project progress against established timelines and budgets.
  • Coordinated with vendors, suppliers in order to procure necessary supplies or services required for successful completion of assigned tasks, projects.
  • Assigned duties to field personnel according to their qualifications or experience level.
  • Resolved customer issues and built strong, productive relationships with project stakeholders.
  • Maintained positive vendor relationships and open lines of communication to enable resource availability.

Asphalt Plant Operator

Gernatts asphalt products Inc.
Collins
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Operated asphalt plant equipment to mix and manufacture hot mix asphalt.
  • Heavy equipment operator have operated Cat 982,980,970 M&K models
  • operated a plethora of skid steers, forklifts, and manlifts.
  • completed 10-hour general industry safety and health OSHA course
  • Managed inventory levels of raw materials used in production processes at the facility.
  • Inspected components of the asphalt plant on a daily basis for proper functioning and maintenance needs.
  • Identified problems in the process flow that could affect product quality or operating efficiency.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks on the asphalt plant equipment such as lubrication and cleaning.
  • Monitored quality control tests for asphalt mixtures, including temperature, viscosity, and weight measurements.
  • Adjusted feed rates of different raw materials into the mixing chamber as needed during production runs.
  • Maintained accurate records of material usage, fuel consumption, and other related data.
  • Utilized computer-based systems to monitor production output and adjust settings accordingly.
  • Troubleshot operational issues within the system and made necessary corrections quickly to minimize downtime.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while operating the asphalt plant machinery.
  • Coordinated with truck drivers to ensure timely loading of finished products onto trucks for delivery.

  • Calibrated the plant controls according to specifications provided by manufacturers or engineers.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment after use to check for signs of wear or damage.

Mixer

Crescent Manufacturing Co
North Collins
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Followed written instructions to accurately combine ingredients into a mixture.
  • Performed quality control checks on all batches to ensure product conformance to specifications.
  • Troubleshot and resolved any issues with machinery or equipment related to the mixing process.
  • Organized storage areas effectively so that raw materials could be located quickly when needed.
  • Documented production data including batch numbers, weights and volumes of materials used, time frames.
  • Prepared solutions according to specified formulas using correct measurements and proportions of ingredients.
  • Cleaned, sanitized, and maintained work areas, tools, machinery, and equipment after each shift.
  • Organized and maintained sanitary standards.

Bulk Fuel Specialist

United States Marine Corps
Bridgeport
01.2019 - 01.2023

Company Overview: Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, CA.

  • Installed, operated, maintained and repaired fuel handling units and accessory equipment, and test petroleum products to evaluate the quality used in all aviation vehicles, and ground fuel
  • Performed in a supervisory position and worked to mitigate operational risk, and ensure constant safety during hazardous tasks
  • Trained peers and subordinates on aircraft refueling procedures, safety procedures, fuel testing procedures, hazmat/spill prevention and clean up procedures, and maintenance procedures
  • Responsible for accounting for a daily inventory of 10,000 gallons of Jet-A1, 22,000 gallons of F-24 fuel. and 10,000 Gallons of MRR unleaded fuel and tracked up to $800,000 worth of government funds over a period of 2 year.
  • Maintained 18 year electronic file of all receipts, documents and transactions for fuel on an external hard drive and updated ledger on a software program called Fuels Manager Defense Enterprise.
  • Sent weekly, monthly, and yearly reports of detailed account statistics and information to my supervisor.
  • Performed weekly preventative and corrective maintenance checks and repairs on hazardous mechanical gear and logged accurate records of them.
  • Flourished as a Fuel’s maintenance Chief for years aboard MCMWTC, handling the files for service requests, and ensured all maintenance orders were completed, filed, including the quality of work.
  • The last year upon MCWMTC. I took the role of SNCO of the fuels section with is supposed to held by senior enlisted, 3 ranks above mine.
  • Responsible for improving the skills of those serving under my charge, including basic training and physical fitness along with military skills, such as weaponry and combat tactics.
  • Helped troops develop their individual military occupational specialties and train as a unit to learn how to work together in combat situations.
  • Ensured all subordinates have the necessary skills to meet the Marines' minimum standards.
  • Supervised conduct and enforced disciplinary measures when necessary.
  • Directed subordinates to carry out the orders of your commanding officer.
  • Have been trained in Hazmat and Hazwoper annual trainings
  • Assist and supervise hazardous waste cleaning projects
  • Determined appropriate methods for disposal of waste materials generated during bulk fueling operations.
  • Conducted daily inspections of fuel storage tanks and equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Analyzed test results from sample tests performed on stored fuels to determine quality standards.
  • Assisted in the development of emergency response plans for hazardous material incidents.
  • Lubricated and maintained machines prior to setup, calibration and operation.
  • Monitored gauges and pressure pumps throughout tasks to check safety and operational performance.
  • Paid close attention to operations schedules and timelines to achieve targets and maintain optimal productivity levels.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Collins central school
North Collins, NY
06-2018

Skills

  • Equipment accountability
  • Managing training
  • Critical thinking
  • Strong leader
  • Time management
  • Team leader
  • Supervising personnel
  • Field operations
  • discipline
  • Professional communication
  • Materials management

Certification

  • BOCES Welding/metal fabrication certificate
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate
  • OSHA 10-hour General industry certificate
  • Asbestos supervisor certificate

Timeline

ES Field Technician

Republic Services
03.2025 - Current

Asphalt Plant Operator

Gernatts asphalt products Inc.
06.2023 - 01.2025

Mixer

Crescent Manufacturing Co
01.2023 - 06.2023

Bulk Fuel Specialist

United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

North Collins central school