Austin Bjornestad
Elko,NV
Summary
With a proven track record at Nevada Gold Mines, I excel in predictive and preventive maintenance, and enhancing equipment efficiency. My expertise in carpentry and mechanical repair, combined with exceptional problem-solving abilities, ensures top-notch facility upkeep and safety. I'm adept at recommending solutions that significantly improve operational processes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cabinetmaker and Installer
Beck Built Homes
Elko, NV
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Fabricate, assemble, install and repair wooden cabinets, fixtures, furniture and other items made of wood or wood substitutes.
- Cut materials using saws, routers and other power tools.
- Install hardware such as hinges, handles and drawer slides according to specifications.
- Assemble wooden components into frames using glue, screws and dowels.
- Finish products with stains, sealers or paints according to customer requests.
- Perform minor adjustments on doors and drawers to ensure proper fitment.
- Maintain a clean workspace throughout all projects.
- Inspect finished products for quality assurance purposes.
- Follow safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Completed work quickly and helped team members in order to achieve deadlines and satisfy customers.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Fit cabinets and countertops within installation space with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
Oiler & Mechanic
Shimmick
Gillette, WY
12.2023 - 02.2024
- 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.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in engines and other components to identify sources of problems.
- Inspected vessels for leaks or damage before refilling with oil or fuel.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks such as changing hoses, seals and gaskets.
- Checked engine performance using gauges and meters to detect any abnormalities.
- Identified any potential risks or hazards related to the use of oil or fuel on board vessels.
- Adhered strictly to environmental protection regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Cleaned up spills quickly and efficiently in order to minimize environmental impact.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Assisted engineers in repairing or adjusting machinery.
Open Pit Maintenance Technician
Nevada Gold Mines
Elko, NV
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures, and proper quality of devices
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality
- Operation of Lube Truck and Fuel Bay, regularly re-fueling, supplying oils, greasing components
- Operation of Haul Truck Wash-bay facility
Education
No Degree - Hydraulics
Empire Services
Elko, NV04.2023
No Degree - Cat SIS 2.0
Empire Services
Elko, NV04-2023
No Degree - Mobile Air Conditioning
Empire Services
Elko, NV09.2022
GED -
Great Basin College
Elko, NV05.2019
Skills
- Coordination
- Mechanical Inspection and Repair
- Machinery Lubrication
- Carpentry experience
- Hand tool mastery
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Recommending Solutions
- Documentation
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Hydraulic Pumps
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Blueprint and Schematic Understanding
- Facility Upkeep
- Equipment Maintenance
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Daily Cleaning and Sanitation
- Shop maintenance
- Safety awareness
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cabinetmaker and Installer
Beck Built Homes
06.2024 - 08.2024
Oiler & Mechanic
Shimmick
12.2023 - 02.2024
Open Pit Maintenance Technician
Nevada Gold Mines
10.2021 - 10.2023
No Degree - Hydraulics
Empire Services
No Degree - Cat SIS 2.0
Empire Services
No Degree - Mobile Air Conditioning
Empire Services
GED -
Great Basin College