Brandon Steele
Bristol, CT *****
*****************@*****.***
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Field Service Engineer Apprentice
Trumpf Inc-Farmington, CT
July 2024 to October 2025
• Installed, maintained, and repaired complex machinery and equipment at customer sites
• Utilized diagnostic tools and software to identify root causes of equipment malfunctions
• Performed system upgrades, modifications, or retrofits as required by customers' specifications
• Documented all service activities including troubleshooting steps, repairs performed, and parts used
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting electrical systems, mechanical components, or software applications depending on specific job requirements
• Accurately document technical conditions, machine information, and repair details.
• Formal classroom training, on site assignments in various departments and travel to other facilities for training.
• Performed various classroom trainings on operator/preventive maintenance on each equipment being Trumpf Punch/Punch Laser Combo, Press Breaks, 2D Lasers.
• Preformed installs of Punch/Punch Combo machines at customer locations.
• Worked with various contractors at customer locations to ensure work being preformed will be completed by deadline.
• Preformed department stays at Trumpf facility including Service Tools, QC, MRC, Maintenance and performing various tasks needed in each department.
• Read Schematics through CAD Library for electrical, Hydraulic, troubleshooting.
• Blueprint reading to understand location of machine functions
• Manufacturing math for everyday tasks to advanced algebra, geometry, and trigonometry for design and optimization.
OD Grinder
Mirror Polishing & plating-Waterbury, CT
July 2023 to June 2024
• Performed routine maintenance tasks on grinding machines, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts
• Inspected finished workpieces for quality assurance, checking dimensions, surface finish, and adherence to specifications
• Followed safety protocols at all times to prevent accidents or injuries in the workplace
• Utilized various measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to verify dimensions of workpieces during the grinding process
• Maintained a clean working environment by regularly removing debris from the grinding area Chrome Plater
Mirror Polishing & Plating-Waterbury, CT
March 2023 to July 2023
Parts washer
LAB SECURITY SYSTEMS CORP-Bristol, CT
June 2021 to May 2022
• Operate skyjack scissor lift to disassemble and clean smog air filters to ensure shop air was being filtered.
• Collect finished parts off of production line and spun parts in oil spinners to filter out oil from parts.
• Preform weekly water filtration process to ensure clean water is used to wash oil off of parts.
• Put clean parts into computer system with material number and stored according to job. Materal Handler
LAB SECURITY SYSTEMS CORP-Bristol, CT
March 2021 to June 2021
• Operated forklifts and other material handling equipment to safely transport materials throughout the warehouse
• Organized storage areas to optimize space utilization and facilitate easy retrieval of materials
• Utilized computer systems to track inventory levels, monitor stock movements, and generate reports
• Maintained cleanliness of work area, adhering to sanitation standards set by the company Dishwasher/Food Prep
Jimmys on the river-Bristol, CT
July 2020 to November 2020
Dishwasher and food prep. Daily clean up and prep for the next day Education
Manufacturing Math (College)
Asnuntuck Community College-Remote
January 2025 to May 2025
Manufacturing Math is the application of basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and measurement concepts to solve real-world problems commonly encountered in manufacturing, machining, and engineering technology.
Blueprint Reading (College)
Asnuntuck Community College-Remote
August 2024 to December 2024
Precision Machining (Technical school)
Bristol Technical Education Center-Bristol, CT
August 2019 to June 2020
Precision machining trains students to operate high-precision tools and equipment used in manufacturing metal and plastic parts. Also teaches skills in areas such as:
• CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining
• Manual machining (e.g., mills, lathes, grinders)
• Blueprint reading and technical drawing interpretation
• Metrology (measurement and inspection techniques)
• Material properties and machining theory
• CAD/CAM software operation
High school
Bristol Central High School-Bristol, CT
August 2017 to June 2020
Automotive Technology (Technical School)
Bristol Technical Education Center-Bristol, CT
August 2018 to June 2019
Trade school
Skills
• Driving (3 years)
• Assembly
• Fabrication
• Automotive Repair
• Machine operation
• Inspection (micrometer/caliper)
• Six Sigma
• Set up and operate mill
• Brake Repair
• Micrometer
• English
• Warehouse experience (Less than 1 year)
• Customer service
• Attention to detail
• Suspension
• Blueprint Reading
• Computer skills
• Manufacturing facility
• Maintenance, repair and operations (MRO)
• Manufacturing company experience
• Brake Service
• Pallet jack
• Forklift
• Communication skills
• GD&T
• Manufacturing
• Heavy lifting
• Mechanical knowledge
• Hand tools
• Machining
• Precision measurement in machining
• Basic math
• Set up and operate lathe
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Machine maintenance
• Manual handling
• Membrex filtration system
• Grinding machine operation
• Tire Service
• Calipers
• Precision measuring instruments
• Oil change
• Manual machining
• Mechanic Experience
Languages
• English
Awards
Student of the month (precision machining)
October 2019
This award is for leadership, commitment, high grades, and good attendance in that month. Certifications and Licenses
Six sigma White Belt
April 2020 to Present
“Completed and demonstrated proficiency in the curriculum set forth by the council for Six Sigma certification.
OSHA 10
January 2020 to Present
This certificate shows that I completed a 10 hour course on health and safety in the workplace. 504 Digital Multimeter (DMM) certification (3hr)
May 2019 to Present
ASE Refrigerant recovery and recycling
May 2019 to Present
Solus Edge scanner certification (8 hr)
April 2019 to Present
Driver's License