Dakota Wright
Roy,UT
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Myself
Roy, UT
07.2019 - Current
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Inspected vehicles for safety issues and roadworthiness.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Adjusted engine timing to factory specifications.
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts before reassembly of the unit, engine, vehicle .
- Disassembled defective units to diagnose malfunctions and repair them accordingly.
- Installed new engine components such as pistons, camshafts, valves and bearings.
- Assembled complete engines using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced defective parts such as injectors, pumps, starters and alternators.
Directional Drilling Foreman
T & L Telecom
West Haven, UT
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Assigned personnel to specific tasks related to directional drilling operations.
- Supervised and monitored work performance of crew members, including safety protocols.
- Monitored the operation of the drill rig and addressed any issues as they arose.
- Developed plans for wellbore trajectory, hole depth, and other aspects of directional drilling jobs.
- Organized equipment and materials needed for each job site.
- Ordered parts and supplies necessary for drilling operations.
- Reviewed daily reports from the field crews regarding progress on projects.
- Coordinated with contractors on project requirements and timelines.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed on the job sites at all times.
- Maintained records relating to personnel, equipment, materials, and job progress.
- Tracked inventory levels of tools and supplies needed for operations.
- Provided technical support to field crews when needed during operations.
- Investigated problems encountered during drilling operations and developed solutions accordingly.
- Prepared reports summarizing daily activities at each job site location.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on rigs and other equipment used in directional drilling operations.
- Planned ahead for future jobs by preparing estimates of labor costs, material requirements.
- Assisted with troubleshooting complex problems related to directional drilling operations.
- Oversaw daily operations and equipment cleanliness to meet health, hygiene and safety requirements and customer expectations.
Directional Drilling Foreman
Briggs Underground
Ogden, UT
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Assigned personnel to specific tasks related to directional drilling operations.
- Supervised and monitored work performance of crew members, including safety protocols.
- Monitored the operation of the drill rig and addressed any issues as they arose.
- Developed plans for wellbore trajectory, hole depth, and other aspects of directional drilling jobs.
- Organized equipment and materials needed for each job site.
- Ordered parts and supplies necessary for drilling operations.
- Reviewed daily reports from the field crews regarding progress on projects.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed on the job sites at all times.
- Coordinated with contractors on project requirements and timelines.
- Maintained records relating to personnel, equipment, materials, and job progress.
CEO
PT Boring
Soda Springs, ID
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
- Directed long-term research initiatives to identify new markets for growth opportunities.
- Assessed financial performance of the organization on a regular basis and identified areas for improvement.
- Coordinated with legal department to ensure accuracy of all bid documents.
- Developed and maintained bid documents including scope of work, pricing schedules, and compliance requirements.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of directional drilling crew in the field.
- Provided guidance to ensure that all safety protocols were followed while working with heavy machinery.
- Ensured accuracy of data collected during drilling process and analyzed results.
- Developed directional drilling plans for projects, including setting up equipment and selecting tools to be used.
- Conducted regular maintenance on all equipment used in the drilling process to maximize efficiency.
- Operated directional drilling rigs and related equipment to drill wells for oil, gas, and water.
- Monitored the progress of drilling operations to ensure that they meet safety standards and regulations.
- Supervised a team of employees in the assembly, operation, maintenance, and repair of directional drilling rigs.
- Maintained records on all aspects of drilling operations including depth logs and mud systems.
- Assisted with the development of plans for wellbore trajectories prior to drilling operations.
MIG Welder
AFC Tanks
Ogden, UT
02.2014 - 11.2014
- Assessed projects to determine the appropriate welding process and equipment needed.
- Set up and operated MIG welding machines according to established safety procedures.
- Monitored welds for quality assurance purposes.
- Performed MIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
- Maintained daily logs of production numbers and weld data as necessary.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts by cutting out sections using torches or plasma cutters then re-welding them into place.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morgan High School
Morgan, UT05-2014
Skills
- Engine repairs
- Root Cause Analysis
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Brakes and tires
- Solid independent worker
- Safety and environmental compliance
- Budgeting and cost control
- Quality assurance and control
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Decision-Making
- Supply Ordering
- Blueprint Reading
- Equipment Operation
- Equipment Safety Verification
- Site Inspection
- Multitasking
- Concrete polishing
- Expert in DItch Witch/Vermeer Operating
- General Labor
- Problem-solving
- Backhoe Operation
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Directional Drilling Foreman
T & L Telecom
08.2021 - 10.2024
Directional Drilling Foreman
Briggs Underground
11.2020 - 08.2021
CEO
PT Boring
02.2020 - 10.2020
Diesel Mechanic
Myself
07.2019 - Current
MIG Welder
AFC Tanks
02.2014 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Morgan High School