PETE CARDENAS-MINIET
***** ***** **** **** ****: 512-***-****
Austin, Texas 78728 *******@*********.*** Cell: 512-***-****
SUMMARY
Dependable, results driven Field Service Engineer recognized for combining
technical expertise with troubleshooting and customer support skills to
achieve client satisfaction. Performs equally well as an individual
performer or as a team player. Demonstrates the ability to far exceed
expectations in a fast paced, rapidly changing, technology-driven
environment. Acknowledged as an effective problem-solver, resourceful and
creative with strengths in the following areas:
Installation & Service & Data Communication / PC
Commissioning Preventative Hardware & Software
Maintenance
Electronics & RF Electro-Mechanical Pneumatics
Industrial automation Robotics Instrumentation Calibration
Mechanical Assemblies Optomechanical Automation Testing &
Calibration
Electrical Analytical Electronic Troubleshooting
Installations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EMERSON PROCESS / BROOKS INSTRUMENT, Austin, Texas 2007 - 2008
Technical Service Engineer
Directly responsible for the entire project and build out of the Brooks
Austin Response Center.
. Supported local semiconductor & industrial customers with mass flow
controllers (MFC)
Setup accounts with vendors for all supplies for the clean room and
office.
Setup all on-going maintenance contracts for clean room and office
spaces.
. Accurately performed all clerical tasks, setup inventory and maintained
record keeping & order entry.
. Supported industrial customers in LA (LNG plants) & petrochemical
industry in east Texas.
TOKIO SEIMITSU / ACCRETECH USA, Austin, Texas
2005 - 2007
Customer Support Engineer
Performed Research & Development work on prototype and Beta tools,
acceptance test on various automation, electrical, mechanical assemblies &
Gas delivery systems (Gas Cabinets)
. Built & tested Device Edge Tool, Wafer Inspection Tool for engineering
and production.
. Assembled & tested power distribution module for both Device Edge & Wafer
Inspection tools.
CONTRACT ASSIGNMENTS, Austin, Texas
2004 - 2005
Applied Materials
Final Test Engineer
Tested Semiconductor equipment ENDURA 300mm, retrofitting, facilitation.
. Effectively handle the duties in Main frame Test and Final Test for
Endura 300mm with
PVD/CVD and Pre Clean chambers.
BAE Systems, (Coast Guard Contract canceled, position eliminated)
2004 - 2005
Lead Field Service Technician V
Efficiently handled installation, retrofitting, repairing and maintenance
of telecommunication equipment on Coast guard vessels.
. Directly responsible for all personal tool kits and team tool kits for
RESCUE 21 project.
. Saved company money on tool purchases by contacting several tool vendors,
comparing prices and requesting bids.
. Accurately assembled team toolboxes and personal tool kits.
. Saved company money and increased customer satisfaction by developing
mounting jigs and drill jigs, cutting installation time and increasing
productivity of field teams.
QUESTER INC. / CANON USA, Austin, Texas
2000 - 2003
Lead Field Service Engineer, Product Support Engineer
Maintained and repaired semiconductor Chemical Vapor Deposition equipment,
APT-5850, APT-6000, and Canon scanners. Serviced tools at local fabrication
facility (Fab) and assisted at other sites as needed. Performed start ups,
retrofits and installs.
. Increased productivity and reduced costly parts replacement by
purchasing and installing surge protectors to extend robot controller
life beyond standard three to five months.
. Lengthened part life expectancy and lowered customer cost of ownership
by educating customers on how to obtain higher exhaust readings, higher
yields, and less down time.
. Enhanced life span of dispersion heads and machine uptime by
establishing new preventive maintenance procedures.
SEMITOOL, INC., Austin, Texas 1998 - 2000
Field Service Engineer
Repaired and maintained semiconductor equipment. Worked on: copper
platters, electro less platters, platinum platters, wet etch tools, spray
acid tools and spray solvent tools. Performed startups and installs at
local and remote fabs.
. Prevented key customers from canceling service contracts by developing
new work plans and implementing new work procedures achieving 100%
customer satisfaction and contract renewal.
. Grew company profit and satisfied customer by recommending creative
scheduling and installation time in half.
EATON / AXCELLIS, Austin, Texas 1995 - 1998
Customer Service Engineer
Serviced semiconductor Ion Implanters, NV-GSD, NV-GSDHE, NV-8200P, and High
Vacuum systems. Trained customers. Install and maintain equipment at local
and remote locations. Helped generate sales of service contracts and
machines by providing customers with excellent service.
. Implemented new preventive maintenance procedures, extending the life of
consumable parts and increasing machine up time and productivity.
. Implemented PM kits, ensuring availability of parts during PM's and
reducing amount of down time.
EDUCATION
Associate of Occupational Sciences-Electronic Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute, Norfolk, Virginia 1993-1995
MILITARY EXPERIENCE / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
UNITED STATES NAVY 1989 - 1993
Aviation Structural Technician
Maintained flight controls, hydraulics systems and performed structural
repairs on 14, A4 Sky hawk jet aircraft. Traveled extensively in support
of aircraft training missions.
. Awarded a Meritorious Mast for displaying exceptional skill,
professionalism, initiative and dedication in the performance of my
duties.
U.S. Navy: Aviation Structural Maintenance; Corrosion Control
Extensive Semiconductor Training
Robotics Training, Laser Training
Bilingual English & Spanish
CERTIFICATIONS
FCC: General Radiotelephone Operators License (GROL)
CET: CETAI Associate Level Certification
NARTE: Electronic Technician Class III Certification