Denver Holcomb
Topeka
Summary
Skilled machinist and mechanic with a strong focus on operating large equipment and conducting maintenance. Committed to safety compliance and optimizing machine performance through effective troubleshooting.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist/Mechanic
BNSF Railroad
Topeka, Ks
05.2012 - Current
- Operated machines, ensuring precision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Interpreted schematic drawings for accurate fabrication of components.
- Collaborated with manufacturer to troubleshoot equipment issues, enhancing operational efficiency
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to optimize performance and minimize downtime.
- Trained apprentices on equipment operation, fostering skill development and safety awareness.
- Monitored quality control measures to guarantee compliance with industry standards and specifications and Federal Railroad regulations.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environments as assignments changed.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce components.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
- Flexibility of job tasks changes throughout the shop.
- Operated lathes, presses, welding, forklifts, JLG boom vehicles
- Ongoing facility maintenance
Equipment Operator
Concrete Supply of Topeka
Topeka, KS
05.2003 - 05.2012
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to enhance performance and minimize downtime.
- Operations of equipment such as mini excavator, skid loaders, skid steer, conveyor truck for placing materials, backhoe, large excavator, bulldozer, dump trucks, and tractor trailers.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material waste during production cycles.
- Led daily safety briefings to promote awareness and adherence to workplace safety regulations.
- Assisted in scheduling equipment usage to maximize productivity across multiple job sites.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
Education
GED -
Topeka High
Topeka, KSWelding in Structural Stick And Structural Mig -
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSSkills
Operating large equipment ( has a CDL)
Machine operational
Mechanic troubleshooting and repairs
Currently overhauling locomotives
Timeline
Machinist/Mechanic
BNSF Railroad
05.2012 - Current
Equipment Operator
Concrete Supply of Topeka
05.2003 - 05.2012
GED -
Topeka High
Welding in Structural Stick And Structural Mig -
Johnson County Community College