Chance Heslop
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Panhandle Cylinder Maintenance
Linde Gas and Equipment
Amarillo, Texas
01.2024 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Test and maintain gas cylinders to compliance of DOT regulations.
- Interact with customers and with other stores on time when cylinders will be available for pickup or to be sent out.
- Keep records of what tasks were done for the day and upload tasks done for the month.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Operation Technician
Cargill
Fort Dodge, IA
04.2017 - 11.2023
- Train to operate and problem solve production equipment from a fiber dryer to evaporators.
- Problem solve equipment failures.
- Operate and mix products into railcars to be sent to customers.
- Driver or spot railcars to be loaded.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Rail Switchman
Railserveleaf
Fort Dodge, IA
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Move and organize railyard in a timely and safe manner.
- Setting outbound railcars for UP or CN to take to customers.
- Spotting and setting up large unit trains for outbounds.
- Inspect rail switches for gaps and any damaged pieces.
- Operate a locomotive
- Crew lead 3 people and planning out the work for that day.
- Observing and reporting suspicious activity on site.
- Reporting all incidents accurately in writing using incident reports.
- Remaining alert at all times while on duty by being aware of surroundings.
- At the end of the day emailing a current accurate report of where all cars on site.
Helper
Hyway Trucking and Equipment
Fort Dodge, IA
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Provided assistance to customers with inquiries, requests and complaints.
- Assisted in stocking shelves, unloading merchandise and organizing inventory.
- Assemble BOSS snow plows for winter use.
- Install plow mounts onto trucks.
- Install vehicle add ons from headlights to 5th wheel attachment for trucks.
- Performed a variety of tasks such as lifting heavy objects, carrying supplies and cleaning up debris.
- Responded promptly to customer questions or concerns in person or via phone calls.
- Assisted customers with loading purchases into vehicles when necessary.
- Followed all company policies regarding safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Worked closely with management team to ensure proper execution of daily operations.
- Performed other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
Cook
Godfather's Pizza
Fort Dodge, IA
06.2011 - 09.2015
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Education
Certificate - Welding Technology
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05.2015
High School Diploma -
Fort Dodge Se
Fort Dodge, IA05.2014
Skills
- Time Management
- Microsoft Word
- Excel Proficiency
- Problem solve equipment failures
- Training & Development
- Data Entry
- Quality Assurance
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organizational Skills
- Able to with a team
- Forklift trained
- Work swing shifts days/nights
- Able to lift 40 lbs in a safe manner
Equipment Operated
- Operated Forklifts for 5 years
- Operated Locomotives for 4 years
- Operated tractors (John Deere) for 8 years
- Operated Scissor lifts 2 years
- Operated Boom lifts for 6 years
- Operated Skid Steers 10 years
Timeline
Panhandle Cylinder Maintenance
Linde Gas and Equipment
01.2024 - Current
Operation Technician
Cargill
04.2017 - 11.2023
Rail Switchman
Railserveleaf
03.2016 - 04.2017
Helper
Hyway Trucking and Equipment
05.2014 - 08.2016
Cook
Godfather's Pizza
06.2011 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Fort Dodge Se
Certificate - Welding Technology
Iowa Central Community College