Christopher Dawson
Minot,ND
Summary
Job Site Supervisor at Rolac Contracting with more than 12 years of hands-on experience performing mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, electrical, power-equipment troubleshooting, repair, installation, and operation. Skilled in servicing generators and heavy equipment. Strong background working on construction and renovation projects across Minot Air Force Base, including missile-field environments, ensuring strict compliance with safety, environmental, and Air Force regulations. Experienced in reading blueprints and technical drawings, coordinating equipment and personnel, and maintaining detailed records. Proven ability to work independently in extreme weather and remote missile-field environments while maintaining high standards of reliability, safety, and mission readiness.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Job Site Supervisor
Rolac Contracting
Minot, ND
06.2013 - Current
01/2024-Current Job Site Supervisor
- Supervise daily operations on base renovation and construction projects at Minot AFB, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and Air Force safety regulations and OSHA standards
- Coordinate equipment, materials, personnel, and workflow to support operations
- Use multimeters and other diagnostic testing equipment to verify voltage, continuity, and system functionality
- Conduct regular site inspections, addressing safety hazards, and enforce Lockout/Tagout procedures when servicing energized equipment
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems, including diagnosing AC/DC electrical faults in powered support equipment and environmental control components
- Interpret and apply blueprints and specifications to ensure the correct installation and repair of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems
- Maintained documentation and safety records in compliance with company requirements
01/2018-01/2024 Operator
- Operated heavy machinery and equipment to support project progress and meet deadlines
- Maintained and inspected powered support equipment, including generators, compressors, loaders, and lifts used in construction
- Assisted with welding tasks for repairs, reinforcement, and fabrication
- Maintained documentation and safety records in compliance with company requirements.
06/2013-01/2018 Laborer
- Performed general labor duties, including demolition, material staging, and cleanup
- Used power tools, hand tools, and shop equipment, including saws, grinders, and electrical meters
- Supported crew leads and ensured safe, efficient job site operations
- Ensured safe operations by maintaining clean work areas and adhering to environmental and hazardous material procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
TGU-Granville
Granville05-2010
Skills
- Hydraulics and pneumatic systems
- Mechanical and electromechanical repair
- AC/DC electrical troubleshooting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Environmental control systems (HVAC & refrigeration knowledge)
- Generator and emergency power systems
- Welding (MIG/arc-not certified)
- Fabrication and basic metalwork
- Heavy equipment operation
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Power tool and hand tool operation
- Use of diagnostic tools (multimeter, ohmmeter, voltage testing equipment)
Certification
OSHA 30 Construction Safety
Forklift/Aerial Lift/Telehandler
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
First Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Job Site Supervisor
Rolac Contracting
06.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
TGU-Granville