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Steven T. Gidaro

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Detail-oriented Mechatronics Technician familiar with Siemens PLC programming, robotics programming, and quality assurance. Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

Overview

1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechatronics Technician

STIHL
Virginia Beach, Virginia
09.2025 - Current
  • Performed touch-ups, backups, and program edits on Fanuc Robots
  • Connected and troubleshot Siemens PLCs ranging from S7 to TIA Portal.
  • Serviced various generations of Keyence cameras in production settings.
  • Performed Bosch DC driver program changes to meet production quality standards.
  • Downloaded and uploaded PLC program changes to Octoplant.

Mechatronics Apprentice

STIHL
Virginia Beach, Virginia
08.2022 - 09.2025
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance product knowledge and skills.
  • Communicated with supervisors regarding downtime and production needs.
  • Observed experienced professionals performing their duties in order to gain practical knowledge of industry standards.
  • Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they were in good working order.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
09-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
07-2026

In-House Courses

Skills

  • Siemens PLC programming
  • Robotics programming
  • Robotics maintenance
  • Keyence camera systems
  • Mechanical, Electrical and Pneumatic troubleshooting
  • IRvision adjustments
  • Quality assurance
  • Technical documentation
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • NOCTI Pre-Engineering
  • NOCTI Mechatronics
  • CSWA (Certified Solid Works Associates)

Timeline

Mechatronics Technician

STIHL
09.2025 - Current

Mechatronics Apprentice

STIHL
08.2022 - 09.2025

Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics

Tidewater Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology

Tidewater Community College

In-House Courses
Steven T. Gidaro