Dalen Santos

Burleson

Summary

Professional laborer with hands-on experience and readiness for demanding tasks. Skilled in operating machinery, handling materials, and maintaining safety standards. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to changing work conditions. Reliable and results-driven, with keen ability to support team objectives and productivity. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Laborer

Kiewit

04.2024 - Current

Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks everyday before the start of a the next shift.
Perform full machine lubes on 18 wheelers, Cat machines, and other various machines all while making sure to follow all of the safety rules to make sure i get home safe nd the people around me are safe and disposing of everything properly.
Performing small minor repairs and electrical repairs such as replacing lights, brackets, steps, etc.
Learning to Diagnose and fix the problem or find the part that needs to be replaced.
Can do a full machine inspection from top to bottom and making sure the machine can is running properly.
Fully cleaning machine and trucks such as washing and cleaning the cabs .
Ensured safety compliance through regular inspection of tools and equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
Enhanced project timelines by collaborating effectively with team members on various tasks.
Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
Removed buckets off of loaders and excavators also changing replacing/flipping cutting edges if needed
Started a toolbox with enough tools to perform any lube ( filter straps, 1/4 ratchet 3/8 ratchet, 1/2 ratchet, hammers , wrenches, wire strippers, etc
Now participating in a Safety Crew to help better the efficiency and safety of our location
Checked fluids, tires, brakes, engine compartment and other systems as part of inspection process
Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.

Parts Expeditor/ Purchaser

Bulk

12.2022 - 04.2024

Drive to different places to pick up parts for technicians
Organized parts in order to help technicians find parts
Cleaned around working pad to keep working area clean and organized
Started to help technicians with daily maintenance rounds on machines
Learned a little on how to operate a man basket and mig machines
Operated a telehandler/ forklift
Moved to a purchaser and got training
Performed purchase orders for technicians and working with Work Order and Purchase Orders
Managed documentation for compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Oversaw loading and unloading of goods, ensuring accuracy and minimizing delays.
Enhanced workflow by implementing best practices for inventory management and distribution.
Maintained records of shipments to support tracking and reporting.

Material Handler

Halliburton

10.2022 - 12.2022

Drive a aisle master (another type of forklift)
Organize material and put material on designated shelves
Pull orders from designated shelves
Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.

Machine Operator

Sabre Industries

03.2021 - 10.2022

Operates and understands all functions of the CNC Shape cutter machine with oxy-fuel and plasma torches to produce pole shaft trapezoids, base plates, and other parts
Operate and drive forklift machinery of varying sizes
Instructs material handler on what material to load and/or unload
Checks material for grade, thickness, and size
Reads prints, verify tolerances, and checks parts against prints to ensure the quality of parts being cut
Performs daily, weekly, and monthly operator preventive maintenance
Uses knowledge of the machine and its characteristics to assist maintenance personnel in maintaining and troubleshooting
Determines optimum plate utilization to minimize scrap
Maintains housekeeping in assigned areas and organize material
Responsible for safety and environmental issues regarding the assigned area
Additional duties as assigned
Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Education

Associate of Arts -

HILL COLLEGE

Burleson, TX

05-2022

Skills

Willingness to learn
Attention to detail
Safety awareness
Job site safety
Dependable and responsible
Problem-solving
Fluid checks

Power tools
Parts ordering
Filter replacement mastery
Hand and power tool operation
Decision-making
Diesel engine maintenance
Equipment inspection

Timeline