Caleb Ransom
Lexington,NC
Summary
I’m Dedicated, reliable and professional with a strong work ethic and a track record of taking ownership of responsibilities. Known for consistently delivering high-quality results and meeting deadlines. I’m Committed to maintaining a strong work ethic and continuously seeking opportunities for growth and improvement. A dependable team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and adapting to new challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Service Technician
PTR Balers And Compactors
Charlotte, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism in all interactions with clients, consistently receiving positive feedback for exceptional service.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Installed Baler’s and Compactor’s.
- Replaced hydraulic cylinders on vertical baler’s and stationary and self contained compactors.
- Diagnosed and repaired PLC’s.
- Diagnosed and repaired motor starters, and overloads.
- Wired electric motors for 220v and 480v.
- Installed and repaired dock leveler’s.
- Diagnosed and repaired walkie Stacker’s.
- Installed dock protection, dock bumpers and dock seals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing prompt and efficient on-site support for technical issues.
- Improved equipment uptime by conducting regular preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Maintained company field response vehicle stocked with repair and replacement parts valued over $80,000.
Field Service Technician
Catawba Baler & Equipment
Greensboro, NC
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
- Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
- Maintained company field response vehicle stocked with repair and replacement parts.
- Worked on several different machines including PTR, Wastequip, Cram A lot, pinnacle compactors, etc
- Installed and diagnosed hydraulic cylinders
- Installed and diagnosed transformers
- Install and diagnosed PLC
- Diagnosed shorted out wiring
- Diagnosed bad limit switches
- Diagnosed bad proxy switches
Truck Driver
Crews Transport
Greensboro, NC
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Owner
First-One
Thomasville, Nc
01.2018 - 02.2024
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers
- Built solid foundation of business acumen, technical skills, and proven practices for daily operations
- Managed the daily operations related to customer service, inventory management, and marketing.
Helper
Hedrick Creative Building, LLC
Lexington, Nc
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Used hand or power tools to accomplish work according to specifications
- Unloaded and staged materials for construction projects, ensuring that the proper materials were readily available
- Used problem-solving skills and critical thinking to identify and resolve issues and safety risks
- Followed instructions from supervisors and other contractors
- Helped Illustrate processes for assembling or constructing components or structures
- Worked with various tools, such as hammers, saws, and drills
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials at sites
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction
- Cut timber and lumber to specified dimensions
- Collaborated with project managers and site supervisors to understand daily responsibilities
- Sanded and smoothed surfaces to remove ridges
- Dug trenches and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster
NC12.2019
Skills
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Data Collection
- Equipment Repair
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- System Installation
- Work Order Management
- Safety assessment
- Customer Service
- Equipment Inspection
- Hydraulic troubleshooting
- Electrical systems
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Training and mentoring
- Repair and installation
- Multimeter usage
- Fault diagnosis
- Equipment inspection
- Vehicle maintenance
Certification
- Class A CDL
- Forklift certification
Timeline
Field Service Technician
PTR Balers And Compactors
08.2024 - Current
Field Service Technician
Catawba Baler & Equipment
02.2024 - 08.2024
Truck Driver
Crews Transport
04.2022 - 02.2024
Owner
First-One
01.2018 - 02.2024
Helper
Hedrick Creative Building, LLC
12.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster