Brandon Thompson
Hammond,LA
Summary
Mechanical, vehicle maintenance for 6+ years. Specializing in general and preventative maintenance operations, and operating equipment and machinery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Wrecker Operator
Granger’s Towing LLC
Hammond, LA
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls in accordance with established protocols.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding estimated time frames for service delivery and any additional fees associated with services rendered.
- Ensured proper use of vehicle tie-downs, chains, straps, and other equipment when securing loads.
- Loaded, unloaded cargo onto, off trucks using appropriate lifting techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of all jobs completed throughout the day.
- Followed state regulations governing size limits for loads transported.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety practices while operating the truck.
Repossession Agent, Fleet Mechanic
Quicktrack Asset Recovery
Ferriday, LA
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Organized paperwork associated with each case prior to filing in the office.
- Assisted other agents by providing support during complex cases.
- Collaborated with lenders, law enforcement agencies, legal counsels, clients, and debtors in order to ensure successful recoveries.
- Verified accuracy of account information and documentation related to repossession orders.
- Drove company vehicle safely during transport of recovered assets.
- Performed skip tracing to locate individuals and vehicles.
- Visited debtor's residence or place of employment for asset recovery.
- Trained new employees on proper procedures for conducting repossessions.
- Handled difficult situations involving angry debtors while maintaining professionalism.
- Inspected and evaluated collateral prior to repossession.
- Adhered to state laws regarding repossessions, privacy rights, and other regulations.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Repaired and replaced parts such as engines, transmissions, axles, brakes, steering systems and electrical components.
- Diagnosed faults by using technical knowledge, computer testing equipment and specialized tools.
- Diagnosed vehicle malfunctions using computerized testing equipment.
- Completed scheduled maintenance on fleet vehicles.
- Checked fluid levels in differentials, transmissions and transfer cases.
- Cleaned engine parts and other components during repair work.
- Followed manufacturer guidelines when performing repairs to maintain safety and reliability of vehicle or piece of equipment.
- Tested repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.
- Coordinated with vendors in sourcing quality replacement parts at competitive prices.
- Installed new filters and lubricants when necessary.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical defects and safety issues, such as faulty brakes or worn tires.
- Ordered new parts or materials needed for repair jobs.
- Adhered to all applicable safety regulations while working on vehicles.
Rigger
DeepWell Energy Services
Columbia , MS
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
- Maintained open communication with crane and other equipment operators to smoothly transport loads.
- Conduct risk assessments before each performance or production in order to identify potential hazards associated with the use of lifting devices.
- Set up rigging equipment for use in production sets and stages.
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed while setting up and operating rigging systems.
- Coordinated structural and heavy lifts weighing up to over 100,000 pounds with properly rigged equipment.
- Safely and efficiently rigged steel members for connectors and pre-assembled bent sections.
- Adjust cable tension as needed during the course of a performance or production.
- Determine appropriate load-bearing capacity of various types of rigging systems and components.
- Execute complex set changes quickly and efficiently while ensuring the safety of cast members and crew members on stage.
- Used bolts and clamps to attach pulleys and fix beams, ceilings and gin pole booms.
- Set up metal pipes and support cables in effective arrangements for required loads.
Floors Hand, Motor Hand, Derrick Hand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
Tulsa, OK
11.2018 - 02.2021
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used in services.
- Followed manufacturer instructions and safety protocols when operating farm machinery.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Inspected fall arrest systems, harnesses, derricks and hoisting components for safety.
- Monitored gauges on the rig floor to determine pressure levels within the wellbore.
- Assisted with mud house and chemical sack room procedures.
- Removed debris from around the rig area following completion of a job site activity.
- Responded quickly to any changes in conditions that could affect safety onsite.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly secured during drilling activities.
- Mixed drilling fluids and handled hazardous chemicals.
- Assisted in the installation and removal of blowout preventers at well sites.
- Tested mud pumps for proper functioning prior to drilling operations.
- Conducted daily maintenance and repair of derrick components, including winches, hoists, chains, and ropes.
- Performed routine inspections of drill pipe before and after use.
- Conducted regular visual inspections of structural components such as beams, braces, legs, and trusses.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that all procedures were followed correctly when working with a derrick structure.
- Monitored mud pump manifolds and guided pipes to drill holes.
- Communicated regularly with other members of the crew regarding progress on tasks related to derrick work.
- Assisted in rigging operations by attaching cables to lifting devices or hoisting equipment.
- Inspected motor components for defects and replaced damaged parts with new ones.
- Checked oil levels in the engines to ensure adequate lubrication of moving parts.
- Tightened screws, bolts and nuts using wrenches, pliers and screwdrivers.
- Replaced worn-out bearings and other mechanical components as needed.
- Installed spark plugs, fuel lines, filters and other electrical components in engines.
- Cleaned engine parts using solvents and brushes to remove dirt and debris.
- Repaired wiring systems that control ignition timing or fuel injection systems.
- Operated motor hand tools, such as grinders, drills, and saws, to fabricate or repair parts.
- Inspected electrical wiring, connections and relays following wiring diagrams.
- Documented equipment failures and communicated to supervisor.
- Utilized speed gauges and thermometers to test equipment for overheating.
- Completed routine inspections and daily preventive maintenance services.
- Assisted with rigging up and down operations on the drill floor.
- Operated tongs to make up or break out drill pipe connections.
- Obtained proper permits and completed job safety analysis (JSA) prior to beginning each new job.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies used on the rig site.
- Assisted in loading and unloading supplies onto the rig deck for use by personnel onboard.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts or cranes as needed.
- Installed casing strings into wells in accordance with engineering specifications.
- Maintained clean and hazard-free work areas to attain operational safety and regulatory compliance.
- Participated in training sessions related to safety procedures and general oilfield operations.
- Tested pressure gauges, valves, and flowmeters to ensure they are functioning properly.
- Mixed, weighed or measured and monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
- Adhered to all safety regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Monitored well conditions during drilling operations using mudlogging software systems.
- Assisted with setting up auxiliary power sources such as generators or compressors when necessary.
- Provided assistance to other crew members during emergency situations as needed.
- Set up surface piping systems for proper circulation of fluids throughout the wellbore.
- Followed workplace safety guidelines by wearing protective clothing and correctly operating heavy machinery.
- Operated machinery and equipment to complete production processes.
- Oversaw machine operations to check for malfunctions, broken parts and glitches to prevent work interruptions.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Hydraulic systems
- Basic mechanics
- Traffic Control
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Strong Work Ethic
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Stress Tolerance
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safety Management
- Conflict resolution abilities
- Troubleshooting
- Fluid level checks
- Diagnosing problems
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Mud module operations
- Rig operation
- Forklift Operations
- Viscosity analysis
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hydraulic Jacks
- Backhoe Operation
- Analytical Thinking
- Mechanical recoveries
- Fabrication
- Torch cutting
- Welding
- Pipe welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Vertical Welding
Timeline
Wrecker Operator
Granger’s Towing LLC
01.2023 - 02.2024
Repossession Agent, Fleet Mechanic
Quicktrack Asset Recovery
11.2021 - 01.2023
Rigger
DeepWell Energy Services
03.2021 - 10.2021
Floors Hand, Motor Hand, Derrick Hand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
11.2018 - 02.2021