Anthony Swiney
Charleston,WV
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Preacher
N/A
Charleston, West Virginia
06.2024 - Current
- Time Management
- Clearly spoken
- Able to speak to all ages clearly and understandably
- I keep myself presentable
- Understanding and obeying laws from the Lord and laws written by man if it does not try to run over run the morals in my life
- Conducted weekly sermons and bible studies.
- Organized special events such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and other religious ceremonies.
- Developed programs to help members of the congregation grow spiritually.
- Counseled individuals seeking spiritual advice or direction.
- Visited, counseled and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Collaborated with pastors from other churches to share resources and best practices.
- Well spoken
- Able to speak in front of hundreds of people.
Diesel Mechanic
RLC Trucking
Charleston, WV
04.2020 - Current
- My position that I hold now, I have been trusted to hold a company card for fuel and for company expenses with a spending limit of $1500.00
- I have been trusted in this company to hold onto company checks that are used for parts that exceed the company’s card limit of $1500.00
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts
- I am required to hold a class 32 safety sensitive personnel card for the ability to work on active and or abandoned mine properties for reclaiming purposes, for cutting junk metal with cutting torches, and also for mechanical duties.
- This job has required minimal to no supervision while completing job task in a timely manner
- This job has consisted of myself working in emergency job situations, so jobs that have to be done right at that time
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Adjusted engine timing to factory specifications.
- Rebuilt faulty hydraulic systems including pumps and cylinders.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders.
- Disassembled defective units to diagnose malfunctions and repair them accordingly.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts before reassembly of the unit, engine, vehicle .
- Assisted in the removal of engines from vehicles in order to replace them with new ones.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on diesel engines.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding their diesel engine needs.
- Examined brake systems for proper operation; replaced pads or shoes when needed.
- Checked all fluid levels regularly; topped off when necessary.
- Ensured that all tools were properly cleaned after use.
- Followed safety guidelines while performing repair work on heavy-duty vehicles.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Raised trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment with hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Ordered necessary parts from suppliers in order to complete repairs quickly.
- Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
- Maintained records of time and materials used on job to foster accurate invoicing.
- Tracked repairs made, labor time and parts used to calculate bill.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Disassembled and rebuilt multiple D6 bulldozer transmissions
- Replaced worn tires with new ones on tractor trailers.
- Maintained records of all service activities performed on each vehicle.
- Assisted fellow mechanics with more complex repairs when needed.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from trailers using a pallet jack or hand truck.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo from trailers as needed.
- Checked load securement devices such as straps, chains, blocks., for proper tensioning.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
Crew Member
WV Division of Highways
Charleston, WV
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Inspected roadways and bridges for signs of deterioration or damage.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks, such as patching potholes and repairing guardrails.
- Operated heavy equipment, including snow plows, graders, sweepers, and asphalt spreaders.
- Maintained records of materials used and work performed on assigned projects.
- Cleared debris from roadsides to ensure safe passage for motorists.
- Repaired traffic signs damaged by weather or accidents.
- Sealed cracks in pavement to prevent water infiltration and erosion.
- Responded to emergency situations involving hazardous materials spills on roadways.
- Communicated with other workers regarding traffic flow patterns during construction activities.
- Set up temporary warning signs around construction zones to alert drivers of potential hazards.
- Loaded trucks with supplies needed for daily maintenance operations.
- Cleaned catch basins regularly to keep stormwater runoff flowing properly.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while working on the job site.
- Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
- Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
- Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
- Assisted with tractor and trailer and vehicle accidents to control traffic and help with road debris clean up
- Maintained a spreadsheet for the use of fuel consumption to mileage on the specific vehicle driven that day ratio per work day.
Oiler
Price Gregory International Inc.
Charleston, West Virginia
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Performed lubrication on all equipment, including pumps, valves and bearings.
- Cleaned and maintained oil tanks, filters and strainers in accordance with safety regulations.
- Monitored levels of fuel, lube oils and hydraulic fluids to ensure proper operation of machinery.
- Inspected vessels for leaks or damage before refilling with oil or fuel.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks such as changing hoses, seals and gaskets.
- Cleaned up spills quickly and efficiently in order to minimize environmental impact.
- Assisted with the installation of pipelines by using various tools and equipment such as shovels, backhoes, and augers.
- Maintained records of materials used for pipeline construction projects.
- Operated heavy machinery including bulldozers, tractors, excavators, loaders, and backhoes.
- Conveyed instructions to equipment operators for smooth operations.
Mechanics Helper
RLC Trucking
Charleston, WV
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisted in diagnosing automotive issues by testing engine parts and systems.
- Performed minor repairs such as replacing hoses, belts, and spark plugs.
- Inspected vehicles for necessary maintenance services and safety issues.
- Replaced worn brake pads and drums.
- Cleaned and lubricated vehicle components to ensure proper functioning.
- Installed new windshield wipers and headlights.
- Checked tire pressure and replaced tires as needed.
- Monitored levels of fuel, oil, water, power steering fluid, antifreeze and coolant, transmission fluid., to maintain adequate supply levels.
- Tightened bolts and screws on engines and other mechanical systems using hand tools or power tools when necessary.
- Reconnected batteries after servicing them or replacing them with new ones.
- Disassembled engines for inspection or replacement of broken components.
- Ensured that all tools were returned to their designated storage areas after use.
- Accessed areas of equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of vehicles and trailers.
- Disposed of combustibles or hazardous materials properly in approved containers.
- Ordered parts, tools and supplies to stock shop and prepare for repair jobs.
Groundskeeper
Rippling waters church of God campground
Kenna, West Virginia
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Class 1D public water operator card
- Tested water and added the correct and precise amount of chemicals
- Kept and maintained a 300 acre campground
- Interacting with the whole campground and made personal relationships with the campers so they felt comfortable
- On call in case of campground emergencies
- Cut and split wood with chainsaw and hydraulic gas log splitter so the campers would have firewood
- Kept security of the campground to make sure campers were safe and that no one shouldn’t have been there that wasn’t allowed to be
- Maintained and kept maintenance up on over 20 cabins, 3 lodges and a conference center
- Maintained maintenance on basketball court and multiple playground areas
- Swept and raked leaves, debris and other materials from grounds;.
- Maintained walkways, driveways and parking lots by removing snow, ice and other obstructions;.
- Inspected lawns for weeds, pests or other signs of damage;.
- Operated mowers, tractors and other equipment in a safe manner;.
- Watered plants, flowers and turf to maintain healthy growth;.
- Trimmed trees, shrubs and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners;.
- Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis;.
- Installed outdoor lighting fixtures around sidewalks or pathways;.
- Built retaining walls or fences when necessary for safety purposes;.
- Constructed walkways with pavers or bricks for aesthetic appeal;.
- Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage of water away from buildings ;.
- Sealed asphalt surfaces to prevent cracking due to weather conditions ;.
- Removed hazardous objects from the grounds such as broken glass ;.
- Swept and power washed hard surfaces to remove grime.
- Moved leaves and grass clippings using leaf blower.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Prepared property for winter conditions using weather-proofing materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sissonville High School
Sissonville, Wv05-2013
Building Construction Technology
Roane-Jackson Technical Center
Leroy, WVBuilding Construction Technology
Ben Franklin Career & Technical Education Center
Dunbar, WVClass 32 Safety Sensitive Personnel Certification
Miners’ Health Safety And Training
Division of Highways Qualified Flagger
WVDOH
Skills
- Time management
- Preaching
- Counseling
- Teaching
- Organizational Leadership
- Biblical Knowledge
- Volunteer Management
- Public Speaking
- Social and religious assistance
- Spiritual Guidance
- Sermon Preparation
- Data Entry
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation skills
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Equipment Inspections
- Worksite safety
- Land Clearing
- Backhoe Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Following Instructions
- Materials Movement
- General Labor
- Repair recordkeeping
- Solid independent worker
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Documentation
- Safety Management
- Vehicle inspections
- Parts Ordering
- Brakes and tires
- Display Setup
- Customer Service
- Money Handling
- Cash Register Operation
- Phone Etiquette
- Store maintenance
- Upselling strategies
- Store Opening and Closing
- Sales Goals Attainment
- Returns and exchanges
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Positive and professional
- Stick Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Fabrication
- Surface Preparation
- Welding safety
- Fire prevention
- Vertical Welding
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hand-Forming Workpieces
- Shaping and cutting
- Torch cutting
- Welding
- Hardworking
- Strong verbal communication
- Quick Learner
- Extremely organized
- New electrical installation
- Plumbing
- Roofing
- Small gas engine mechanic
- Vehicle windshield installation
- Flooring Installation
Timeline
Preacher
N/A
06.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
RLC Trucking
04.2020 - Current
Crew Member
WV Division of Highways
10.2018 - 04.2020
Oiler
Price Gregory International Inc.
06.2018 - 09.2018
Mechanics Helper
RLC Trucking
09.2017 - 06.2018
Groundskeeper
Rippling waters church of God campground
08.2016 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Sissonville High School
Building Construction Technology
Roane-Jackson Technical Center
Building Construction Technology
Ben Franklin Career & Technical Education Center
Class 32 Safety Sensitive Personnel Certification
Miners’ Health Safety And Training
Division of Highways Qualified Flagger
WVDOH