Hi, I’m
Dakotah Davis
Automotive Mechanic & Welder
Angels Camp,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Hogan Manufacturing
Welder 1
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Experience welding DURACORE stainless steel
- Experience Welding with MIG ARC system
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Able to use minor machines (e.g., overhead crane, fork lift, hydraulic press)
- Ability to identify acceptable welds.
- Produces consistent weld quality by hand.
- Able to correctly load weld fixtures and complete all hand welds.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
Highway Maintenance Worker
03.2022 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used flags to warn motorists about hazards, obstacles and workers ahead.
- Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
Reyes Holdings
Fleet Technician A
08.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
Fremont Ford
Fleet Mechanic
12.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Used computer equipment, hand tools and technical skills to diagnose faults.
- Completed multi-point inspections and washed and refueled units.
- Submitted invoices and completed warranty paperwork.
- Adhered to manufacturer's specifications for optimal safety and reliability when completing repairs and maintenance services.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
Betts Truck Parts & Service
Suspension Technician
03.2018 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of Semi-Diesel Trucks.
- Welded and implemented repairs to trailers and trucks as directed, to customers or manufactures specifications
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles as directed.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
Aerotek Temp Agency - Betts Truck Parts & Service
Suspension Technician
10.2017 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to Customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of Semi-Diesel Trucks.
- Welded and implemented repairs to trailers and trucks as directed, i.e. Custom or to malefactors specifications
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles as directed.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
Pacific West Builders
General Construction Laborer
10.2016 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general construction work on commercial building projects.
- Assisted crew members with complex tasks requiring close teamwork and coordination to meet quality specifications.
- Kept sites clean and organized to decrease accidents and increase overall productivity.
- Forklift & Skidsteer experience.
Red Feather Properties
General Construction Laborer
12.2006 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general construction work on both residential and commercial building projects.
- Finished projects by sealing paints or stains, polishing surfaces and cleaning work sites.
- Regularly maintained construction job site cement mixers, jackhammers and air compressors.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Used hand signals to coordinate movement of various construction materials around job sites, maintaining both employee and personal safety continuously.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Kept sites clean and organized to decrease accidents and increase overall productivity.
Education
Universal Technical Institute of California IncRancho Cucamonga, CA
Certification of Course Completion from Automotive Technology, Diesel & Ford Fact
03.2014
Castro Valley High SchoolCastro Valley, CA
High School Diploma
06.2011
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Advanced Automotive
Chabot CollegeHayward, CA
Some College (No Degree) from Welding
University Overview
- Continuing education in Welding Applications.
Skills
- Experienced in Duracore stainless steel welding
- Experienced in MIG Arch Welding System
- Operate Forklift
- Instruction Interpretation
- Power Tools Operations
- Operation Monitoring
- Tool Repair and Maintenance
- Torch (Machine Learning)
- Grinding and Buffing
- Crane and Hoist Equipment Operation
- Welding Techniques
- Portable Grinders
- Wire Feed Machines
- MIG Welding
- Skid Steer Experience
- Backhoe Experience
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout, Scouts USA (Formally Boy Scouts of America) - 2011.
My project was to design, plan, execute and lead a team of over 15 volunteers to build a 50 person Mini-Amphitheater out of concrete block at the local community park with over 1,500 manhours. In addition, I have taken several leadership-training courses. Even though I have aged out of the program, I continue to be a member and serve as an adult leader working at other youth scout camps. I am a lifetime member of the National Eagle Scout Association.
- Skills USA Competitions - Automotive - 2010
Gold Metal Finalist - District Regional Competition
Bronze Metal Finalist - California State Finials Competition
Timeline
Welder 1
Hogan Manufacturing
01.2023 - Current
Highway Maintenance Worker
California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
03.2022 - 09.2022
Fleet Technician A
Reyes Holdings
08.2020 - 09.2020
Fleet Mechanic
Fremont Ford
12.2019 - 03.2020
Suspension Technician
Betts Truck Parts & Service
03.2018 - 11.2019
Suspension Technician
Aerotek Temp Agency - Betts Truck Parts & Service
10.2017 - 02.2018
General Construction Laborer
Pacific West Builders
10.2016 - 09.2017
General Construction Laborer
Red Feather Properties
12.2006 - 09.2017
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc
Certification of Course Completion from Automotive Technology, Diesel & Ford Fact
Castro Valley High School
High School Diploma
Chabot College
Some College (No Degree) from Welding
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