David Williams
Oskaloosa,KS
Summary
I have been with BNSF for 10 years, I am a highly motivated individual with great work ethics, that is always on time and great attendance. In the previous 10 years with BNSF I have learned how to adapt and be a team player while keeping safety as the highest priority. I am looking to further myself and career with Evergy. I have several references as well as certificates that I can produce upon request.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Machinist
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
2013.01 - Current
- Expedited project timelines by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently.
- Repaired and maintained locomotives, truck sets and other production equipment.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Reduced downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of airbrake systems.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and maintaining clean workspaces.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing workspace and implementing efficient machining processes.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on how to work on a locomotive safely.
- Trained on over head cranes from 5-100 ton
- Aligning drive shaft on various areas of the locomotives
Groundsman Helper
Asplundh Tree Expert
2007.01 - 2009.03
- Maintained saws and pole saws by replacing blades and fluids.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and enhance personal skill set.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees, and grass.
- Used ropes and chains to reach hard-to-reach branches for trimming and pruning.
- Mitigated risks associated with hazardous trees near power lines through close collaboration with utility companies during removal operations.
- Maximized equipment lifespan by diligently cleaning tools after each use, reducing repair costs over time.
- Safeguarded surrounding property with careful planning and attention to detail during tree removal projects.
Education
Airframe, Power Plant, FCC. -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO2012
High School Diploma -
Oskaloosa Jr-Sr High School
Oskaloosa, KS2007
Skills
- Basic welding
- Structural wire welding
- Crane operations
- Crane rigging
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Precise measuring
- Machine Operation
- Parts Assembly
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Alignments using analog indicators
- Drilling Operations
- Preventive Maintenance
Certification
- Mechanical basic welding
- Structural wire welding
- Air breaks
- Mechanical fall protection
- Locomotive electrical remote control GE global signaling
- Hazmat
- forklift
Timeline
Journeyman Machinist
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
2013.01 - Current
Groundsman Helper
Asplundh Tree Expert
2007.01 - 2009.03
Airframe, Power Plant, FCC. -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Kansas City
High School Diploma -
Oskaloosa Jr-Sr High School
- Mechanical basic welding
- Structural wire welding
- Air breaks
- Mechanical fall protection
- Locomotive electrical remote control GE global signaling
- Hazmat
- forklift
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