Ruben Rodriguez
Philadelphia
Summary
Accomplished Machine Mechanic at Eddington Thread MFG, skilled in equipment maintenance and problem-solving. Demonstrated leadership by guiding teams in complex repairs, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing machine performance. Proven ability to adapt and troubleshoot effectively, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and quality assurance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Mechanic
Eddington Thread MFG
Bensalem
02.2023 - Current
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when performing repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Repaired defective parts by dismantling them, repairing or replacing them as necessary.
- Assisted other mechanics in complex repairs or installations requiring multiple personnel.
- Kept records of work completed in accordance with company standards for quality assurance purposes.
- Troubleshot malfunctioning systems and components to identify root causes of problems.
- Inspected machines and machine parts for tool effectiveness and fixed or replaced components to optimize performance.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Facilitated optimal efficiency in machinery with thorough cleaning, lubricating and adjustment of components.
Roofer Mechanic
C.kelley roofing & siding
Philadelphia
06.2015 - 03.2020
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
- Covered roofs and exterior walls of structures with slate, asphalt, and aluminum with brushes and knives.
- Repaired damaged areas of the roof using tar and other waterproofing materials.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolding to reach roofs for inspection, repair, or installation.
- Measured and cut materials according to specifications with hand tools such as hammers, saws, chisels.
- Implemented safety protocols during every phase of the job process.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Communicated clearly and reliably with foreman and crew leaders, highlighting safety concerns and detailing project progress.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with building materials required for each job site.
- Ensured that all working surfaces were clean before beginning each task.
- Repaired and maintained surface materials to make building exteriors weatherproof and waterproof.
- Cut roofing paper to size and nailed and stapled paper to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials.
- Applied plastic coatings and membranes, fiberglass or felt over sloped roofs to prepare for shingle installation.
- Assisted in loading debris from tear-off projects onto dumpsters or trucks.
Commercial Roofer
Roof Options
Bensalem
01.2012 - 07.2013
- Cemented and nailed flashing strips of over joints to achieve watertight seals.
- Set up ladders or scaffolding to safely access roof.
- Installed metal flashing around chimneys, skylights, vents, walls, and other areas of the roof.
- Followed manufacturer specifications to remove old roofing materials and install new roofs.
- Mopped and poured hot asphalt and tar onto roof base while applying asphalt and tar and gravel to roof.
- Replaced damaged tiles or sections of membrane on flat roofs as needed.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Ensured that all debris was removed from the job site after each shift.
- Installed rubber, metal and shingle roofing on different types of commercial buildings.
- Measured, cut, and installed insulation board, felt paper, and shingles for commercial roofs.
- Added vapor barriers or insulating materials on flat roofs.
- Analyzed roofing plans and specifications to determine job requirements.
- Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding progress updates throughout the project.
- Built custom flashings for special applications based upon blueprints provided by clients.
- Cut materials with hand tools such as scissors or utility knives according to measurements taken on site.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
Overnight Stocker
Home depot
Levittown
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Unload trailers and stock merchandise on correct shelves and isles
- Clean floors and work areas
- Operate standing and sitting forklift
Warehouse Associate
Quality Roofing Supply
Philadelphia
06.2008 - 02.2012
- Order picker when supplies need delivering
- Load customers trucks up with materials they purchased
- Unload trailers full of materials with a forklift
- Make sure inventory is put away in its proper place and rotate stock
- Clean and manage warehouses
- I received forklift training and got certified to operate several classes of lifts
- Received OSHA training and passed the end test
- Osha certified in safety and hazmat
Education
High school diploma - Construction
Bensalem Twp High School
Bensalem, PA06.2007
Skills
- Hand tool
- Heavy lifting
- Leadership
- Power tools
- Forklift Operator
- Customer service
- Construction
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Preventive maintenance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Hand tools proficiency
- Diagnostic skills
- Machine repair
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Critical thinking
- Analytical skills
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Machine Mechanic
Eddington Thread MFG
02.2023 - Current
Roofer Mechanic
C.kelley roofing & siding
06.2015 - 03.2020
Commercial Roofer
Roof Options
01.2012 - 07.2013
Overnight Stocker
Home depot
01.2012 - 08.2012
Warehouse Associate
Quality Roofing Supply
06.2008 - 02.2012
High school diploma - Construction
Bensalem Twp High School
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