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DAVID PRESTON FORD JR

Ryan

Summary

Experienced with machinery installation, maintenance, and repair. Utilizes technical skills to ensure operational efficiency and prevent equipment failures. Track record of adhering to safety protocols and maintaining high standards of mechanical performance.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Millwright

GE Vernova
03.2024 - Current
  • Install, maintain,and repair turbines gas and steam. perform routine maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems: disassemble parts, inspect and assemble after replacing old and malfunctioning parts. collect data of turbines and inspect all components.
  • Seasonal
  • Pay:24.30
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
  • Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.

Pipefitter/Production

Cimmaron energy
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Plan, lay out, assemble, install metal parts, equipment, and products according to company specifications and blue prints. routine work to customer requirements on a variety of fabrication material. comply with company safety policies. operation of overhead cranes as well various power equipment. read and follow blue prints.
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Pay:21.50
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.

Utility Service Repairer Operator

PSNS & IMF
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • I am able to perform the most difficult and complex Industrial Equipment Mechanic tasks with little no supervision. I am consulted by other workers regarding starting, operating, adjusting, stopping, maintaining, and performing various operational repairs. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence while performing Industrial Equipment Mechanic tasks including; installing, repairing, modifying and checking equipment such as pumps, valves, pressure regulators, valve operators and/or electrical components, and operate powered equipment including pipe threaders, power saws, all pumps and motors. I can maintain equipment such as pumps, valves, pressure regulators, valve operators or electrical components with only general guidance. I operate boiler plants or auxiliary equipment to produce or control the amount of steam necessary to meet demands. I can troubleshoot leaks in systems using associated safety procedures. I operate piping system relief valves to control pressure support devices. I make repairs to utility systems to ensure operational efficiency. I effectively disassemble structural components of utility systems to determine depth of repair required. I can determine piping requirements for piping systems. I efficiently perform preventive maintenance on equipment as necessary. I can identify the measuring instruments needed to resolve equipment malfunctions. I can operate various pressure valves to maintain water distribution systems. I utilize all incidental hand tools and bench tools related to shop mechanical or electrical trade practices and procedures. I perform preventative equipment maintenance on boiler plant equipment. I can determine placement of valves using technical instructions while determining the technical properties of materials being worked to recommend modifications of procedures. I assess technical specifications to make technical decisions on air, gas, water, or fuel distribution systems. I can properly identify materials to find the pipe, joint or valve size to support the type of piping system installed. I can determine the technical properties of materials being worked to recommend modifications of procedures. I can test materials to be used to ensure specific needs are met, includes dockings and training on the roving watch. Also include IEl # and being able to use them.
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Pay plan: WG Grade: 5 Step: 2
  • USRO Maintenance Helper
  • Supervisor: Christopher Hansen (360) 535-2845
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: YES

IV lounge Medical Assistant

Mt Rainer Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Prep for the days patients, get patients from lobby get vitals and chart them in paper chart and EMR. Prep the patients for the Nurse.
  • Assist nurse if needed, monitor Patient IV to make sure that its running on time. assist patients with blankets, pillows, snacks, Drinks.
  • When patient is finished with IV I take the IV out of the patient and bandage up the IV site, I get post IV vitals and impute that into the charts.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.

Wireless Tower Technician/Climber

Montec Services Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Climb cell phone towers up to 500 feet to build and install equipment
  • Complete ground work such as assemble antennas, rig large equipment to be sent up tower, operate open drum system to send equipment up, cleanliness upkeep around work site.
  • Tower Climbing Safety, Rescue Basic Course, & RF Safety Certificates
  • Executed precise antenna alignments using specialized tools to ensure optimal signal strength in targeted coverage areas.
  • Assisted in rigging operations for safe hoisting of heavy equipment on towers during installation projects.
  • Determined required installation methods and assembled proper tools and equipment to complete projects to specifications.

Temporary Fence Installer

National Construction Rentals
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Travel to several construction sites throughout Washington State to install temporary fence panels or chain link.
  • Pack fence panels through mud, hills and heavy vegetation areas
  • Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
  • Operate fence trucks as well as load and transport materials
  • Removed old fences efficiently without causing damage to surrounding structures or landscaping.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale fencing projects in a timely manner.
  • Completed fence installation projects within budget and on time, ensuring efficient use of resources.

Dry Chain Puller

Idaho Forest Group
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Watch for defects in boards for pulling and discarding down chute to bottom line.
  • Watch for economy markings, pulling and stacking them on carts for forklift operator pick up.
  • Complying with safety protocol
  • Package and tally duties according to company Policy
  • Reduced equipment downtime with thorough maintenance and timely repairs of chain pulling systems.
  • Upheld exceptional levels of customer satisfaction, addressing any concerns or queries promptly and professionally during projects that involved extensive use of chains pulls.
  • Ensured safety compliance, consistently following all relevant regulations during chain pulling operations.
  • Minimized workplace accidents through strict adherence to standard operating procedures during all stages of the chain pulling process.

Armored Truck Driver

Garda Cash Logistics
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Assisted carriers in cash loading onto vehicles
  • Perform preventative maintenance on trucks
  • Drive carriers to specific pick-up destinations in a safe and timely manner
  • Unload and count coin bags on site for turnover to vault personnel
  • Maintained safety and security of armored vehicles by properly securing valuables, locking vehicle doors and consistently observing surroundings.
  • Communicated with dispatch to discuss and report disturbances or occurrences on route.

Platoon sergeant/Corporal/Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Led 40+ Marines in oversight of their tasks, personal information, and well being.
  • Overall maintenance of vehicles, Rifle range and gas chamber training
  • Organizational Automotive Diesel Mechanic
  • Follow specific procedures to find and order parts for specific vehicles
  • Change and rebuild parts
  • Preventative maintenance on vehicles
  • Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
  • Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
  • Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Everest College
Tacoma, WA
08.2016

Skills

  • Strong commitment to team environment dynamics with the ability to contribute expertise and follow leadership directives at appropriate times
  • Complex problem solving skills
  • Highly motivated
  • Capable of working independently or in a team atmosphere
  • Fast learner
  • CPR qualified
  • Lockout / tagout authorized
  • Fall protection qualified
  • Great customer service
  • Climbing proficiency
  • Repairs and troubleshooting
  • Basic welding
  • Safety procedures
  • Fall protection
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Troubleshooting and repair

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR Trained and Certified, American Heart Association
  • AIDS & HIV Trained and Certified, Everest College
  • OSHA Trained and Certified, Everest College
  • HIPAA Trained and Certified, Everest College
  • Phlebotomy Trained and Certified, Everest College

Timeline

Millwright

GE Vernova
03.2024 - Current

Pipefitter/Production

Cimmaron energy
01.2022 - 01.2024

Utility Service Repairer Operator

PSNS & IMF
02.2019 - 01.2021

IV lounge Medical Assistant

Mt Rainer Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2019

Wireless Tower Technician/Climber

Montec Services Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2016

Temporary Fence Installer

National Construction Rentals
01.2013 - 01.2014

Dry Chain Puller

Idaho Forest Group
01.2011 - 01.2012

Armored Truck Driver

Garda Cash Logistics
01.2010 - 01.2011

Platoon sergeant/Corporal/Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
01.2006 - 01.2010

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Everest College

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