Charles Snyder
Paris
Summary
Detail-oriented maintenance professional skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and power tools proficiency. Successfully performed preventative maintenance on various equipment, contributing to improved operational efficiency and workplace safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Operator
MilkSpecialties
paris
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Executed daily checks on pumps, filters, and machinery, ensuring operational readiness for shift.
- Prepared detailed reports on daily utility system operations, enhancing communication of activities.
- Maintained clean work areas by sweeping floors and promptly addressing spills, promoting safety and efficiency.
- Performed preventative maintenance on pumps, valves and other equipment in order to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
- Operated a variety of manual tools such as drills, saws, hammers and wrenches when performing maintenance tasks.
Union Laborer
local union 159
Decatur
06.2021 - 01.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work sites for safety compliance.
- Assisted skilled tradespeople in completing construction tasks, enhancing project efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards.
- Supported construction projects by performing physical tasks, ensuring workflow continuity.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, scraping, and patching, contributing to a quality finish.
Electrician
Self-employeed
Paris
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial properties efficiently.
- Diagnosed electrical issues and executed repairs to restore system functionality.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential electrical hazards proactively.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Identified problems with electrical systems through observation and testing with multi-meters.
- Installed cables, conductors and wire trays and completed necessary hook-ups for primary power lines.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems and components to pinpoint breakdown causes and implement corrective actions.
Maintenance Electrician
Cadillac
Paris
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Diagnosed electrical faults and implemented effective solutions promptly.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on electrical equipment and tools to ensure operational reliability.
- Installed and repaired electrical systems in production machinery.
- Executed inspections and tests on circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motors, and other electrical components to verify functionality and compliance.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools or soldering iron.
- Installed, maintained, and tested electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and related equipment.
- Upgraded lighting systems to improve energy efficiency and compliance.
- Connected power cables to machines and equipment according to specifications.
- Partnered with team members to uphold safety standards and foster a safe working environment.
- Worked closely with engineers to develop innovative solutions to improve efficiency.
- Reported on electrical maintenance, diagnostic tests and system performance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Ivy Tech
Terre Haute, INSkills
- System operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Pump operations
- Hydraulic systems
- Valve adjustments
- Power tools proficiency
- Hand tools proficiency
- Safety compliance
- Mechanical aptitude
Certification
ARC flash training
Timeline
Utility Operator
MilkSpecialties
02.2025 - 01.2026
Union Laborer
local union 159
06.2021 - 01.2024
Electrician
Self-employeed
03.2019 - 02.2021
Maintenance Electrician
Cadillac
08.2016 - 02.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Ivy Tech