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Work History
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Austin Fowler

Big Spring,TX

Summary

Skilled in equipment maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting, with extensive experience in developing preventative maintenance plans and leading teams. Proficient in heavy machinery operation and materials requisition, bringing strong leadership and collaboration skills. Seeking to leverage expertise in a challenging new role as Lease Operator to drive operational efficiency and team success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Foreman

Nomad Proppant Services
12.2022 - Current
    • Supervised maintenance team to ensure high-quality service and adherence to safety protocols.
    • Conducted regular equipment inspections, identifying issues and coordinating repairs promptly.
    • Developed maintenance schedules, optimizing workflow and minimizing downtime for operations.
    • Trained new staff on maintenance procedures and safety practices, enhancing team capabilities.
    • Managed inventory of tools and replacement parts, ensuring availability for scheduled repairs.
    • Collaborated with other departments, working together to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
    • Played a key role in facility expansions or renovations while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.

Equipment Operator

Delhur Industries
10.2021 - 12.2022
    • Operated heavy machinery to ensure efficient material handling and processing.
    • Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment to enhance safety and performance.
    • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
    • Trained new operators on equipment functionality and safety protocols.
    • Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency in daily tasks.
    • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
    • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.

Equipment Operator

Dorado Construction Group
01.2021 - 10.2021
    • Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues for timely resolution and maintenance scheduling.
    • Adhered to strict safety regulations, reducing workplace incidents significantly.
    • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
    • Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
    • Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
    • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.

Livestock Handler

Producers Livestock
02.2019 - 01.2021

Operated feeding equipment to ensure timely and accurate provision of livestock nutrition.

  • Monitored animal health, identifying signs of illness and reporting concerns to management promptly.
  • Assisted with livestock sorting and loading for transportation, maintaining safety protocols throughout processes.
  • Implemented best practices in animal care, contributing to improved overall herd health and productivity.
  • Maintained cleanliness of facilities and equipment, promoting a safe and hygienic environment for livestock.

Equipment Technician

Abilene Equipment Center
04.2017 - 02.2019
    • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance.
    • Diagnosed malfunctions using diagnostic tools, improving response time for equipment issues.
    • Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements and enhance equipment reliability.
    • Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance procedures, fostering a culture of compliance.
    • Developed preventive maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robert Lee High School
Robert Lee, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Power tools operation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Lighting systems
  • Microsoft office
  • Heavy machinery
  • First aid and CPR
  • Maintenance recordkeeping
  • Team supervision
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Equipment troubleshooting

Timeline

Maintenance Foreman

Nomad Proppant Services
12.2022 - Current

Equipment Operator

Delhur Industries
10.2021 - 12.2022

Equipment Operator

Dorado Construction Group
01.2021 - 10.2021

Livestock Handler

Producers Livestock
02.2019 - 01.2021

Equipment Technician

Abilene Equipment Center
04.2017 - 02.2019

High School Diploma -

Robert Lee High School