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Sean Pinkelman

Lead Automation & Controls Technician
Ottawa,OH

Summary

Experienced Lead Field Service Technician with a strong background in automation, controls, and high-volume distribution systems, supporting one of the largest Home Depot RDCs in the network. Proven ability to maintain 99.8% uptime across 1,500+ assets through advanced electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and system optimization.

Skilled in VFD configuration, conveyor systems, and controls troubleshooting, with hands-on experience across Schneider, Allen-Bradley PowerFlex, and Mitsubishi platforms. Recognized for leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and supporting multi-site operations during critical failures.

U.S. Army Sergeant (Military Police) with a Secret Security Clearance, experienced in high-pressure environments, mission execution, and team leadership.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Field Service Technician

Honeywell Intelligrated
Van Buren, Ohio
04.2023 - Current
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair 1,500+ automated assets in a high-volume distribution center environment
  • Sustain 99.8% system uptime through rapid fault isolation, preventative maintenance, and continuous equipment optimization
  • Execute and track ~200 preventative maintenance (PM) tasks monthly, reducing unplanned downtime and improving asset longevity
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical failures across conveyors, sortation systems, and controls infrastructure
  • Perform VFD replacement, programming, and troubleshooting (Schneider, Allen-Bradley Power Flex, Mitsubishi)
  • Lead motor replacements, conveyor rebuilds, and system upgrades, improving system reliability and reducing repeat failures
  • Partner directly with customer leadership to maximize throughput, maintain safety standards, and improve operational efficiency
  • Collaborate across network teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for recurring system issues
  • Support installation and commissioning of new equipment, including system integration and operational validation
  • Selected to assist multiple Honeywell sites, providing on-site expertise during critical failures and high-priority operational needs

Military Police Sergeant

U.S. Army Reserve
Columbus, OH
12.2019 - Current

Qatar - Camp As Sayliah , Doha (2022-2023)

  • Manage safety and security of Afghan evacuee in-processing center in Qatar
  • Conduct static, dismounted, and mounted military police patrols to uphold law and order, safeguard Personnel and resources, respond to service calls, and obtain relevant police information
  • Collaborated with the FBI, the Department of State, and UN agencies to process over 3,300 Afghan evacuees
  • Monitored enforcement and security operations for 4000+ Afghan evacuees at Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar
  • Supervisor: Staff Sergeant Boone, Nichole (760) 277-3215

Jordan – Joint Training Center, Amman (2024–2025)

  • Led 30+ Personal Security Detail (PSD) missions, ensuring safe transport of high-ranking officials
  • Provided security for senior leadership, including a 3-star General and Department of Defense personnel
  • Directed team operations, risk assessments, and route planning to ensure mission success
  • Supervisor: Staff Sergeant Wheatley, Lenny (304) 517-0758

Cell Tower Maintenance Lead

Nextlink Internet
Sioux City, Iowa
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
  • Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of tower equipment.
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 3 employees.
  • Lifted equipment into position using cranes, rigging tools and gin poles.
  • Determined required installation methods and assembled proper tools and equipment to complete projects to specifications.
  • Rigged towers, monopoles and rooftops to build new tower or collocate antenna on existing structure under FCC guidelines.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Previously certified in OSHA

Education

Certification -

Tower Climbing Safety & Rescue Basic Course
Lincoln, NE
05.2021

High School Diploma -

West Monona High School
Onawa, IA
05.2019

Skills

Automation & Controls

VFD's: Schneider, Allen-Bradley Power flex, Mitsubishi

PLC Exposure: Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000- working knowledge)

Conveyor & Sortation Systems (UniSort, ZFA modules, etc)

Electrical & Mechanical

Motor Replacement & diagnostics

Conveyor rebuilds & Mechanical systems

Electrical trouble shooting (sensors, I/O, Power distribution)

Systems & Tools

Preventative Maintenance Programs

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

System Optimization & Upgrades

Additional Information

  • Secret Clearance effective January 2019

Certification

OSHA

Timeline

OSHA

04-2023

Sr. Field Service Technician

Honeywell Intelligrated
04.2023 - Current

Cell Tower Maintenance Lead

Nextlink Internet
04.2021 - 04.2022

Military Police Sergeant

U.S. Army Reserve
12.2019 - Current

Certification -

Tower Climbing Safety & Rescue Basic Course

High School Diploma -

West Monona High School

Education and Training

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Sean PinkelmanLead Automation & Controls Technician