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Colton Markum

Summary

I am a highly skilled and versatile professional with expertise in management, teaching, auto service, industrial service, paint and body repair, oil and gas, electrical work, and welding. As a manager, I excel in leading teams, coordinating projects, and optimizing operational efficiency to achieve organizational objectives. Drawing on my teaching experience, I effectively impart knowledge and skills to others, fostering learning and development in both vocational and educational settings. In auto service, I diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles with precision, ensuring optimal performance and safety on the road. My proficiency extends to industrial service, where I troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex machinery, contributing to seamless production processes and operational continuity. Additionally, I demonstrate finesse in paint and body repair, achieving flawless results in refinishing and customizing vehicle exteriors. With a background in the oil and gas industry, I possess insights into its unique challenges and requirements, enabling me to make meaningful contributions to exploration, production, or support operations. My electrical expertise allows me to handle wiring, circuitry, and electrical systems with precision, ensuring safety and functionality across various applications. Furthermore, my welding skills enable me to fabricate, join, and repair metal components with accuracy and reliability. With this diverse skill set, I am well-equipped to excel in roles such as management consultant, vocational instructor, automotive technician, industrial machinery specialist, custom fabricator, oil and gas technician, electrical engineer, or project manager, contributing significantly to the success and growth of any organization.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Circulus Ardmore PBLLC
02.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong working relationships with vendors, securing high-quality parts at competitive prices.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as lubrication, checking fluids and replacing worn parts.
  • Increased workplace safety by ensuring proper functioning of all equipment and systems.
  • Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.

Shop Manager/Foreman

M&M Automotive
03.2018 - 01.2023
  • Oversee daily technician operations as well as day to day managing of the business
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions.
  • Established strong vendor relationships for timely delivery of products and seamless order processing, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Controlled costs by effectively negotiating with vendors, saving $10k-25k on budget per year.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

Oil Field Industrial Engineer

MCH Welding and Oilfield Services
07.2017 - 04.2022
  • Design and construct various fitment of plumbing for tank batteries to meet and exceed guidelines and standards set forth by XTO
  • Provide design support for flow line, injection lines, flare tubing, all structural supports, cradles, etc.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • perform pipe fitting Ensuring proper alignment and support of pipes to prevent sagging, leaks, or structural issues.
  • Supervised and coordinated daily workflows and delegated roustabout tasks.
  • Performed manual operating and maintenance duties in compliance with company quality standards.

Substitute Instructor Auto /Substitute Instructor Auto Body/Auto Collision Repair Instructor

SOTC (Southern Oklahoma Tech Center)
01.2017 - 12.2021
  • Taught classes of various sizes up to 21 students
  • Taught on preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles in a hands-on environment (Auto service)
  • Taught how to remove and repair body panels using latest industry methods and supply's.(auto body)
  • Substitute times ran anywhere from 1 week up to 5 weeks at a time depending on the need.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Lead Service Technician

M&M Automotive
01.2012 - 03.2018
  • Perform repairs and service of passenger cars and light trucks, tractor trailers, commercial heavy equipment as needed
  • Services range from basic repairs to complete engine overhaul, including custom services, HVAC, Diagnosis, module reprogramming.
  • Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Assisted management in maintaining inventory levels of commonly used parts, contributing to smooth daily operations in the workshop.
  • Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
  • Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction through timely follow-ups on completed jobs, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.

Education

Automotive Technician school -

SOTC

Automotive HVAC -

Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS)
12.2017

ASE Level 3 Certification -

Institute of Automotive Service Excellence
03.2012

Hydrogen Automotive Conversion -

Oklahoma City College
09.2010

National Safety Training
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2023

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Integrity
  • Ability to get along with everyone
  • Metal Fabrication
  • Machinist (CNC, End mill, Lathe)
  • Electrician - AC electrical 110-480v
  • AUTO-CAD
  • Competent CERTIFIED Welder in GMAW, GTAW, SMAW
  • Microsoft office
  • System installations, Parts Fabrication, Reading Schematics
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • OSHA
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Work Site Maintenance
  • Safety Protocols
  • Machine Calibration
  • Workforce Management
  • Schedule oversight
  • Operations of industrial equipment listed Herbold, Untha, Erema, Pellenc, Esibar, Agriflex

Timeline

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Circulus Ardmore PBLLC
02.2022 - Current

Shop Manager/Foreman

M&M Automotive
03.2018 - 01.2023

Oil Field Industrial Engineer

MCH Welding and Oilfield Services
07.2017 - 04.2022

Substitute Instructor Auto /Substitute Instructor Auto Body/Auto Collision Repair Instructor

SOTC (Southern Oklahoma Tech Center)
01.2017 - 12.2021

Lead Service Technician

M&M Automotive
01.2012 - 03.2018

Automotive Technician school -

SOTC

Automotive HVAC -

Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS)

ASE Level 3 Certification -

Institute of Automotive Service Excellence

Hydrogen Automotive Conversion -

Oklahoma City College

National Safety Training
Colton Markum