Overview
Work History
Education
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David Hessling

Richmond,TX

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Contractor

Allied Power Group
Houston, TX
03.2023 - Current
  • Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
  • Aligned rotating machinery components using special alignment tools.
  • Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
  • Replaced worn parts in turbines such as bearings and couplings.
  • Observed required safety measures when using blowtorches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high standards.
  • Installed new turbine components such as bearings, seals, shafts, and impellers.
  • Removed old turbine components prior to installation of new ones.
  • Cleaned and lubricated moving parts within a turbine system.
  • Followed safety protocols when working around high-pressure steam lines.
  • Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.

Plant Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator

Vulcan Materials
Birmingham, AL
01.2018 - 03.2023
  • Supervised personnel engaged in plant operations activities.
  • Inspected production lines for malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
  • Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant machinery and equipment.
  • Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose with facility production processes.
  • Closely inspected equipment for safety problems, leaks and wear and tear.
  • Performed tests and maintenance using specific instruments, equipment and tools.
  • Performed physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying and moving heavy objects.
  • Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Conducted safety checks on all operating machinery to detect any potential hazards or risks.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.

Truck Driver

FTS Logistics
Charleston, MO
07.2017 - 01.2018
  • Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.

Leadman

Fencecrete America
San Antonio, TX
11.2015 - 05.2017
  • Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills.
  • Removed core samples during drilling to determine nature of strata being drilled.
  • Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
  • Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
  • Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
  • Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.

Dump Truck Driver

Trentlemann Trucking
Poplar Bluff, MO
02.2012 - 11.2015
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Inspected materials to ensure correct and secure loading.
  • Unloaded materials at job sites according to instructions provided by supervisors.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently in order to minimize damage or loss due to improper handling or maintenance.
  • Moved hand and foot controls to loosen and dump material adhering to truck body.
  • Drove dump truck to job sites while adhering to all applicable traffic laws and company policies.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Hauled and transported gravel, dirt, fill and boulders to and from construction sites.
  • Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
  • Checked brakes, oil, tires, lights and other systems on a regular basis to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.

Education

Poplar Bluff High School
Poplar Bluff, MO

Skills

  • Safety Knowledge
  • Repair Work
  • Safety Compliance
  • Parts Installation
  • Machinery Assembly
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Power Tools Operation
  • Seal Replacement

Timeline

Contractor

Allied Power Group
03.2023 - Current

Plant Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator

Vulcan Materials
01.2018 - 03.2023

Truck Driver

FTS Logistics
07.2017 - 01.2018

Leadman

Fencecrete America
11.2015 - 05.2017

Dump Truck Driver

Trentlemann Trucking
02.2012 - 11.2015

Poplar Bluff High School
David Hessling