Colton Hixon
Belle Fourche,US
Summary
Diesel and Automotive Mechanic with diverse experience in both shop and field service environments. Able to mentor fellow technicians, including apprentices. Expertise in customer service, heavy equipment operation and repair, and immense diagnostic knowledge. Client-focused with strong relationship building and strategic planning skills. Recognized as a subject matter expert with unique ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm in a fast-paced, customer driven environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Farmer
Hixon Ag
Chappell, Nebraska
10.2025 - Current
- Cultivated crops using sustainable farming practices at Hixon Ag.
- Operated and maintained farm machinery for efficient planting and harvesting.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely production schedules.
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems, and farming processes.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
Automotive Technician Instructor
Wyotech-Laramie
Laramie, WY
07.2022 - 09.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary curriculum projects.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and in shop environment .
Diesel Technician
Butte County Equipment
Belle Fourche, US
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Assist in daily operation and upkeep of shop and company vehicles.
- Provide diagnostic and solution options to customers.
- Assist customers with questions about products and local information.
- Complete repairs on machinery and/or automotive vehicles.
- Ensure all needs are met, and regulations are followed.
- Provide emergency services by traveling to customers and provide services in field.
Service Technician
Scott Peterson Motors
Sturgis, US
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Diagnose and repair customer and company vehicles.
- Complete warranty work and documentation.
- Maintain company owned heavy equipment.
- Keep a clean and organized shop space.
- Communicate with customers about repairs needed and options.
Lead Technician
BLACK HILLS REPAIR
Spearfish, US
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Assist in daily operation and upkeep of shop and company vehicles.
- Provide diagnostic and solution options to customers.
- Assist customers with questions about products and local information.
- Complete repairs on machinery and/or automotive vehicles.
- Ensure all needs are met, and regulations are followed.
- Provide emergency services by traveling to customers and provide services in field.
Ford Technician
White's Canyon Ford
Spearfish, US
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Diagnose and repair vehicles.
- Certified in Ford Electric.
- Maintain shop and work equipment.
- Fill out diagnostic paperwork and submit for parts and labor quotes.
Equipment Operator
Minerals Technologies Inc
Belle Fourche, US
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Operate Equipment to keep the plant fed with product.
- Fulfill company goals on product amount needed daily.
- Maintain Equipment and complete basic repairs.
- Complete in depth paperwork on Maintenance and Operation inventory.
Ford Technician
Scott Peterson Motors
Belle Fourche, US
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Diagnose and repair customer and company vehicles.
- Complete warranty work and documentation.
- Maintain company owned heavy equipment.
- Keep a clean and organized shop space.
- Communicate with customers about repairs needed and options.
Diesel Technician
Don Pierson Ford-Lincoln, Inc.
Spencer, US
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Perform diagnostics and repairs.
Diesel Technician
Motor Inn of Spirit Lake, Inc.
Spirit Lake, US
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Diagnose and repair vehicles.
- Certified in Ford Electric.
- Maintain shop and work equipment.
- Fill out diagnostic paperwork and submit for parts and labor quotes.
Heavy Mechanic Technician
Floyd's Truck Center Inc
Cheyenne, US
12.2014 - 03.2015
- Perform repairs on diesel engines and powertrain.
- Specialized in class 8.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanics Technology
WyoTech
Laramie, WY12-2014
Skills
- Crop management
- Equipment maintenance
- Sustainable farming
- Machinery operation
- Preventive maintenance
- Customer service
- Repair processes
- Training development
- Vehicle inspection
- Parts ordering
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Farmer
Hixon Ag
10.2025 - Current
Automotive Technician Instructor
Wyotech-Laramie
07.2022 - 09.2025
Diesel Technician
Butte County Equipment
04.2022 - 07.2022
Service Technician
Scott Peterson Motors
04.2021 - 03.2022
Lead Technician
BLACK HILLS REPAIR
08.2020 - 01.2021
Ford Technician
White's Canyon Ford
01.2020 - 08.2020
Equipment Operator
Minerals Technologies Inc
04.2019 - 01.2020
Ford Technician
Scott Peterson Motors
03.2018 - 03.2019
Diesel Technician
Don Pierson Ford-Lincoln, Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2018
Diesel Technician
Motor Inn of Spirit Lake, Inc.
10.2016 - 07.2017
Heavy Mechanic Technician
Floyd's Truck Center Inc
12.2014 - 03.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanics Technology
WyoTech