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Charles Watts

Lewistown,PA

Summary

Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Equipment Operator

Backenstoes Land Management LLC
04.2023 - Current
    • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
    • Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
    • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
    • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
    • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.

Equipment Operator

L.S Logging LLC
05.2022 - 04.2023

    Ran 437D/ 437E John deere Knuckleboom loader

    648H Cable skidder

    komatsu Feller buncher

    • Processed and sorted wood according to specs for different mills

    Loaded trucks

    Kept equipment greased and cleaned daily.

Preventative Maintenance Engineer

Duke Marine Engineering Consultants
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Managed inventory of supplies and tools to stay ready for maintenance or repair needs
  • Maintained equipment with regular preventive maintenance
  • Conducted scheduled preventive maintenance on propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, and pumps.
  • Resolved customer complaints in prompt, polite and professional approach

LCS Freedom Variant Watch Stander

Duke Marine Engineering Consultants
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Responsible for monitoring ships systems and equipment operation onboard a Freedom Class Littoral Combat Ship acting as the first responder for machinery casualties
  • Conducted routine shipboard surveillance of all machinery and ships mission spaces
  • Observed Damage Control systems to monitor for potential risks to personnel and ship systems
  • Trained as Damage Control First Responder.

US Army National Guard

U.S. Army
06.2013 - 10.2021
  • Served as a Reconnaissance Scout leader for the Pa national guard
  • Duties included planning routes for my recon team to provide the best cover and concealment from the enemy
  • Making sure my Recon vehicle was properly maintain and ready to go at all times include commo gear within the vehicle as well as my weapon systems
  • Gathering Detailed information in a timely manner for command to be able to paint a picture of the battlefield so they can effective decide how to attack
  • Making sure my team has the proper gear and that is works before each mission.

Heavy Equipment Operator

L.S. Logging LLC
11.2018 - 05.2021
  • Inspected equipment regularly to verify operability and performed required repairs or adjustments to restore functionality
  • Maintained heavy equipment properly by performing periodic safety and operational checks
  • Made sure each piece of equipment was fueled and ready to work for the next day
  • Made sure each worker had the proper PPE for the job they were performing
  • Preformed grading of site to ensure safe and functional work site
  • Transferred product from site to the trucks for transport to offsite locations in an efficient and safe manner.

Owner Operator

Watts Logging Company
05.2015 - 11.2018
  • Provided oversight for the maintenance and operator level repair of related equipment
  • Managed team of up to 4 to ensure job was completed in a safe and efficient manner
  • Monitor quality on job site to be in accordance with safety regulations
  • Planned and implemented methods to complete work within provided time constraints and customer requirements.

Business Owner

Watts Logging
05.2015 - 10.2018
  • Worked with State and private foresters to insure the best plan and practices were being used during a operation
  • Planned out jobs with landowners and foresters to insure the best way to go about harvesting their track of timber to help with soil erosion, Damage to standing timber and soil compaction
  • Made sure each job was cost effective to the business.

Mechanic

Watts Truck and Trailer Repair
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • Conducted repairs and maintenance on diesel engines and related systems
  • Monitored conditions in the work space for hazards and unsafe situations
  • Maintained detailed records of work, repairs, labor, and parts in a customer database
  • Provided accountability for approximately $400,000 in equipment and tools.

Infantryman

United States Army
01.2010 - 06.2013
  • Maintained personal and squad equipment to in accordance with equipment manuals and organizational standards
  • Served as a Team leader of an M240 Machine Gun Team to provide over watch for friendly forces
  • Reviewed information relevant to local environment.
  • Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use
  • Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces

Education

Certificate - Diesel technology in Diesel

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
Bellefonte, PA
07.2015

High school diploma -

Lewistown High School
Lewistown, PA
05.2007

Skills

    • Safety Compliance
    • Equipment Maintenance
    • Teamwork
    • Prioritization
    • Multitasking
    • Planning
    • Problem Solving
    • Attention to Detail
    • Diesel Engine Repair
      • Equipment Repair
      • Heavy Equipment Operation
      • Mechanic Experience
      • Mechanical Knowledge
      • Surveillance
      • Brake Repair
      • Security
      • Worksite Safety
      • Decision-Making

Certification

  • Motor Vehicle Inspection License
  • EPA Refrigeration Certification
  • Combat Life Saver

Additional Information

Learning basic trauma aid, IV's, and basic to moderation first aid

Personal Information

  • Military Service Branch: United States Army
  • Military Service Rank: E4

Timeline

Equipment Operator

Backenstoes Land Management LLC
04.2023 - Current

Equipment Operator

L.S Logging LLC
05.2022 - 04.2023

Preventative Maintenance Engineer

Duke Marine Engineering Consultants
12.2021 - 05.2022

LCS Freedom Variant Watch Stander

Duke Marine Engineering Consultants
05.2021 - 12.2021

Heavy Equipment Operator

L.S. Logging LLC
11.2018 - 05.2021

Owner Operator

Watts Logging Company
05.2015 - 11.2018

Business Owner

Watts Logging
05.2015 - 10.2018

Mechanic

Watts Truck and Trailer Repair
05.2014 - 05.2015

US Army National Guard

U.S. Army
06.2013 - 10.2021

Infantryman

United States Army
01.2010 - 06.2013

Certificate - Diesel technology in Diesel

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology

High school diploma -

Lewistown High School

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