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Gavin Alexander

Portland

Summary

Great attention to detail and dedication to increasing personal and company revenues. Performance-driven with experience working in dynamic and fast-paced environments. Committed to working autonomously and with sense of urgency to meet and exceed goals. Adaptable and flexible to accommodate growing customer needs and requests. Vin has experience in the robotics and manufacturing sectors with over two years of experience programming C++ and fabricating competition capable robots for the First Tech Challenge. Vin has worked intimately with safety derived PLCs during his tenure at Precision Castparts.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Automation Technician

PCC Structruals
12.2022 - Current
  • Paid close attention to instructions from supervisor to complete tasks on time.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Loaded and unloaded mold materials to prepare for use in dipping.
  • Used forklifts to complete tasks and transport items.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Reviewed production specifications to verify accurate weights and measurements prior to mixing ingredients.
  • Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.

CDL Class a Driver

CRST Expedited
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

CDL Class a Driver

Columbia Distributing
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
  • Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Trainer

Chick-fil-A
06.2017 - 03.2020
  • Extensively trained new and existing employees.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions for new employees.
  • Clearly communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to all participants.

Service Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts
02.2016 - 04.2017
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Demonstrated increased knowledge of company products and equipment.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.

Education

Bachelors Of Science - Computer Science

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2025

High School Diploma - undefined

Colton High School
Colton, Oregon
2014

Skills

  • Efficient and Detail-Oriented
  • Safety and Emergency Equipment
  • Process Monitoring
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Diagnosis and Repair
  • Equipment Maintenance

References

  • Indigo Upton- former supervisor- (612) 267-2291
  • Todd Reitan-former supervisor-(503) 490-9618
  • Jon Wright- former supervisor-(904) 613-1979

Timeline

Automation Technician

PCC Structruals
12.2022 - Current

CDL Class a Driver

CRST Expedited
11.2021 - 06.2022

CDL Class a Driver

Columbia Distributing
09.2020 - 11.2020

Trainer

Chick-fil-A
06.2017 - 03.2020

Service Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts
02.2016 - 04.2017

Bachelors Of Science - Computer Science

Western Governors University

High School Diploma - undefined

Colton High School

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