About
Mechanical Engineer
Like any other engineer, I spent my childhood taking apart toasters to see how they worked. That has never really changed, and today most of my free time is spent completing projects. From 3D printing to plumbing, I do it all. It would take me quite a while to list all of my hobbies. At the end of the day, you can sum up my personality in one sentence: I like to make stuff.
- Birthday: December, 2000
- Website: tileston.net
- Phone: (916) 956-1638
- City: Tucson, AZ
- Age: 22
- Degree: Bachelor of science in Mechanical Engineering (Current student)
- Email: zackary@tileston.net
- Actively job-seeking: Looking for internship
Skills
While the degree I am pursuing is mechanical engineering, my skill set encompeses multiple different kinds of engineering. If I have extensive experience with electronic repair, woodworking, power tools, CNC machining, 3D printing, plumbing, carpentry, computer coding, and more. I have so many skills because I am always willing to learn something new to finish a project. Heck, I tought myself how to run a LAMP stack server just to host this website.
Resume
Sumary
Zackary Tileston
Dependable, and strategic. An experienced and proven servant leader, as well as a dedicated team member. Completes all tasks set before him. Self-motivated. Open minded and a true problem solver. Passion found in all things engineering design, and free time is spent completing projects.
Education
Bachelors of science in mechanical engineering
Excpected graduation in 2024
The Univerity of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
As a mechanical engineering major, I have been able to further develop my skillset. Engineering, at its core, is problem solving. My course work has enhanced my ability to do so.
minor in additive manufacturing
Building upon my already extensive experience in 3D printing, this minor allows me to learn even more about my most passionate hobby. Courses range from additional CAD modeling experience to metal 3D printing.
minor in Mathematics
I have always taken an interest in mathematics. Not just being good at math, but taking it up as a hobby. I enjoy watching extra lectures and edutainment content online. With this minor, I was able to take additional classes in niche mathmatical concepts.
Professional Experience
Exhibit Technician
2023 - Present
Tucson Childrens' Museum, Tucson, AZ
- Responsible for all museum exhibits, requiring on-site mechanical and electrical repairs
- Developed and implemented scheduling system for routine preventative maintenance, enhancing operational efficiency of all facilities and minimizing legal liability
- Manufactured multiple new exhibits and renovated existing ones to reduce obsolescence
- Trusted with purchasing of equipment and material for facility maintenance
Pinsetter Mechanic
2022 - 2023
Triple Shift Entertainment, Tucson, AZ
- Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of over 100 bowling pinsetters across 4 centers
- Created new system for tracking annual maintenance, ensuring all necessary repairs are made
- Upkeep of all facilities, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair
- Completed annual maintenance items, resulting in less overall machine failures
- Able to complete new repairs for the first time without supervision
- Repaired countless specialized machines in emergency situations, minimizing downtime
Level 4 Associate
2019 - 2022
In and Out Burger, Tucson, AZ
- Deployed leadership and team skills allowing me to be a critical team member
- Promoted 5 times within 2 years due to proven initiative and drive
- Strategic and able to adapt to constantly fluctuating demand of customers
- Worked in managerial role in emergency situations, preventing any disruption in service
Project Portfolio
This is just a glimpse into my personal projects. While this section is still a work in progress, I hope to be able to host all of my completed works here. For 3D printing, some of the models I designed can be found on my printables page: https://www.printables.com/@Harbor_Freight.
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- Electrical
- Other
Contact
Please feel free to contact me at any time.