Alan Buchanan
Mineral Wells,TX
Summary
To obtain a challenging career as a trainer to provide clients and employees with the material needed to succeed in work and life. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Focused on supporting jobsite work and meeting requirements by safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment. Worked closely with ground crew and equipment operators to complete on-time jobs with no safety incidents. Highly skilled RV Technician with 3 years in recreational vehicle service and repair work. Achieved desirable customer service ratings. Superior product knowledge and technical expertise enabled optimum results. Reliable technician trainer bringing expertise and stamina necessary to tackle any task. Effective at working with customers to understand and meet needs, as well as conduct thorough inspections and prepare proper paperwork. Ready to offer 3 years of experience and pursue growth-oriented position. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior equipment operator
City Of Mineral Wells
01.2023 - Current
- I operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, skid steers, and excavators
- I repair water leaks through out the city with an on-call schedule of every 3 weeks
- I have taken classes through TEEX and TCEQ I am currently on my BPAT license and my class C water distribution license.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
Technician Trainer
Blue Compass RV
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided Technicians with the information they needed to be productive technicians and to make the most money they could on flat rate
- Maintained the knowledge needed to train technicians on the ever-changing world of RV’s Worked remotely from home with travel to our training centers in Charlotte, N.C, Alvarado, TX, and Ogden
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
- Collaborated with RVTI instructors to implement best practices to enhance student learning.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
RV Technician
Blue Compass RV
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Awards & acknowledgments
- currently level 3 technician through RVTI
- While training, I had a 98% passing rate for RV technicians getting their level 1 certification through RVTI I taught several classes in electrical, roofing, plumbing, appliances, and chassis
- Also completed RVTI train the trainer program.
- Installed newly purchased equipment in recreational vehicles.
- Monitored system and component recall database and notified supervisor of new advisories.
- Notified supervisor of factors that could delay work completion.
- Provided customers with telephone-based recreational vehicle repair and replacement recommendations.
- Communicated with customers, manufacturer representatives and company superiors to resolve recreational vehicle system and equipment problems.
- Interpreted equipment installation and electrical wiring diagrams and obtained materials necessary for project completion.
- Performed preventive maintenance work on pull behind and motorized recreational vehicles.
- Performed preventive maintenance work on recreational vehicles.
- Familiarized new employees with maintenance department practices and workflow.
- Demonstrated extensive familiarity with electromechanical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Maintained strong knowledge and understanding of applicable government regulations and company operating procedures.
- Provided in-depth cleaning services for all models prior to sale and after repairs were completed.
- Completed thorough inspections of trailers and campers to evaluate maintenance concerns and determine areas in need of repair.
- Performed standardized tests and diagnostics procedures to identify fault locations and devise corrective actions.
- Repaired plumbing or propane gas lines using caulking compounds and plastic or copper pipe.
- Located and repaired frayed wiring, broken connections or incorrect wiring using ohmmeters or hand tools.
- Repaired cosmetic damage to areas such as walls and floors.
- Applied preventive and predictive maintenance techniques to obtain optimal performance from RVs and systems.
- Explained vehicle systems operation to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Buisness
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX05.2026
Skills
- Pneumatic Systems
- Roofing Replacement
- Training Junior Team Members
- RV Bodywork
- Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Shop Management
- Tire Rotations
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Certification
- Certified level 3 technician, RVTI - 10/2022
- Certified Train the Trainer, RVTI - 07/2022
Timeline
Senior equipment operator
City Of Mineral Wells
01.2023 - Current
Technician Trainer
Blue Compass RV
04.2022 - 01.2023
RV Technician
Blue Compass RV
09.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Buisness
Weatherford College
Similar Profiles
TERESA HOSELTONTERESA HOSELTON
Elementary Special Education Teacher at Mineral Wells ISDElementary Special Education Teacher at Mineral Wells ISD
Christina RhodyChristina Rhody
Secondary Science Teacher at Mineral Wells ISDSecondary Science Teacher at Mineral Wells ISD
Connie WorkmanConnie Workman
Receptionist/Office,Schedule Manager at Mineral Wells VetReceptionist/Office,Schedule Manager at Mineral Wells Vet
Connor FordConnor Ford
Surveyor Assistant at Texas Lonestar SurveyingSurveyor Assistant at Texas Lonestar Surveying
Isabel EsparzaIsabel Esparza
Dance Teaching Assistant at the Beat Dance FactoryDance Teaching Assistant at the Beat Dance Factory