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Blake DeSilvester

Seguin,TX

Summary

Operate multiple asphalt plants to deliver quality asphalt in a timely manner while being able to quickly solve and fix breakdowns that may happen during production. Make sure that all plants are supplied with enough oil, fuel, aggregate, parts from vendors to produce mix each day and be fixed quickly in case of emergency breakdown. Operate plant in an efficient manner to maximize production time while minimizing down time and avoiding production malfunctions to not erode the day to day profitability of the mix.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Technician Helper

Bluebonnet Ford
04.2025 - Current
  • Expedited project completion times through effective prioritization of tasks based on urgency and complexity levels.
  • Increased accuracy of diagnostic procedures with thorough attention to detail when using testing equipment.
  • Actively participated in team meetings and contributed valuable input for ongoing projects, resulting in a more cohesive effort towards achieving common objectives.

Plant Operator

Anderson Columbia
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.

Machinist

Rave Gears
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.

Plant Operator/Manager

Lone Star Paving
04.2018 - 09.2024
  • - Operate multiple asphalt plants to deliver quality asphalt in a timely manner while being able to quickly solve and fix breakdowns that may happen during production.
  • - Make sure that all plants are supplied with enough oil, fuel, aggregate, parts from vendors to produce mix each day and be fixed quickly in case of emergency breakdown.
  • - Operate plant in an efficient manner to maximize production time while minimizing down time and avoiding production malfunctions to not erode the day to day profitability of the mix.

Equipment Operator

WINCO Construction Company
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • - Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment to ensure the state and quality of the dirt/base foundation met requirements and passed testing for the start of construction for commercial buildings and parking lots.
  • - Once completed allowed for sub contractors to effortlessly and effectively complete their jobs from start to finish.

Apprentice Plumber

Aramendia Plumbing Co
04.2016 - 04.2017
  • - Train from a journeyman plumber to learn the ins and outs of the industry and have the ability to perform any task required easily and effectively.
  • - Obtained experience to complete tasks without supervision to allow for more jobs to be completed in a timely manner throughout each day.

Software Support Analyst

AssetWorks Inc
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • - Software support for facility management software users in the higher education and government verticals. Including application software support and database management/configuration (Oracle/ MySQL/SQL-Server, Apache Tomcat).
  • Increased first-call resolution rates by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of software updates, patches, and bug fixes.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Braunfels Christian Academy
New Braunfels, TX
05.2012

Skills

  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Customer interaction

Websites

Timeline

Technician Helper

Bluebonnet Ford
04.2025 - Current

Plant Operator

Anderson Columbia
01.2025 - 04.2025

Machinist

Rave Gears
10.2024 - 01.2025

Plant Operator/Manager

Lone Star Paving
04.2018 - 09.2024

Equipment Operator

WINCO Construction Company
04.2017 - 04.2018

Apprentice Plumber

Aramendia Plumbing Co
04.2016 - 04.2017

Software Support Analyst

AssetWorks Inc
04.2015 - 04.2016

High School Diploma -

New Braunfels Christian Academy

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