Dexter Hardy
Libby,MT
Summary
Road construction professional skilled in handling various construction tasks such as asphalt laying, concrete pouring, and site preparation. Known for reliability and ability to adapt to changing project needs. Consistently collaborates well with team members to achieve high-quality results.
Experienced with operating heavy machinery and performing manual labor tasks essential for road construction. Uses effective communication to coordinate with team members and ensure project goals are met. Knowledge of safety regulations and construction techniques to maintain secure work environment.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
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.
Professional mechanic with focus on heavy-duty diesel engines, offering solid foundation in troubleshooting and repair. Proven ability to enhance equipment reliability and longevity through meticulous maintenance practices. Known for strong team collaboration and adapting to dynamic work environments, ensuring seamless operations and achieving significant results.
Experienced with diesel engine diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. Utilizes advanced mechanical skills to solve intricate issues within heavy-duty machinery. Knowledge of hydraulic systems and preventive maintenance techniques ensures prolonged equipment efficiency and safety.
Hardworking Diesel Mechanic versed in troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair. Completes routine repairs, preventive maintenance and specialized rebuilds. Proficient in checklists and working with customers to evaluate vehicle needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver/Operator Truck Driver
Lincoln County Road Department
Libby, MT
08.2023 - Current
- Operated various vehicles to transport materials.
- Assisted in road maintenance projects, including pothole repairs and grading tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined processes by recommending improvements based on operational observations.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Operated heavy machinery to support road construction projects.
- Assisted in site preparation, including grading and excavation tasks.
- Gained valuable experience working on diverse projects such as highways, local streets, parking lots, driveways, and sidewalks resulting in versatile industry knowledge.
- Assisted in the installation of drainage systems to prevent water damage on roads, prolonging their lifespan.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, staying focused throughout shifts, and completing tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality.
- Improved road safety by maintaining and repairing various types of road surfaces.
- Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
- Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
- Filled potholes and smoothed out rough surfaces.
- Used flags to warn motorists about hazards, obstacles and workers ahead.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
Mechanic and Driver
Riley Excavating And Concrete
Libby, MT
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to plan optimal digging locations.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Resolved most mechanical issues independently and worked with supervisors and senior personnel to resolve complicated problems.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Used inspection, troubleshooting and repair abilities to quickly clear mechanical issues with heavy equipment.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Operated equipment such as fork trucks and skidders.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment and instruments accurately.
- Analyzed equipment breakdowns using various troubleshooting methods.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Scheduled regular machine maintenance.
- Provided top quality control to eliminate maintenance downtime.
- Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventive maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs.
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
- Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Maintained required daily logs, vehicle inspection records and mileage.
- Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
- Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.
- Picked up and transported snow to designated local areas.
- Worked in parking lots, roads and driveways to handle needs of businesses and residential customers.
- Monitored buildup at specific sites to help supervisors plan snow removal assignments.
- Completed prompt snow removal process during and after weather events.
- Maintained assigned vehicles and equipment in professional working conditions.
- Applied salt or chemical solutions to surfaces as preventive measure against snow and ice buildup.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
Diesel Mechanic
Kootenai Truck Repir
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.
Diesel Technician
Valley Gear
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in trucks, and construction vehicles.
- Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
- Discussed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed proper handling and disposal of dangerous waste to satisfy regulatory compliance requirements.
Diesel Mechanic
Jones Brothers Trucking
01.2007 - 01.2020
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in over the road trucks.
- Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
- Performed proper handling and disposal of dangerous waste to satisfy regulatory compliance requirements.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
Education
Associate of Arts - Diesel Technology
University of Montana College of Technolgy
Missoula, MT05-2008
High School Diploma -
Corvallis High School
Corvallis, MT06-1998
Skills
- Diesel engine repair
- Fleet Management
- Overhauling engines
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Equipment operation
- Inclement weather driving
- Public relations savvy
- Road construction experience
- Bridge inspection techniques
- Roadway maintenance techniques
- Concrete repair methods
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Continuous improvement
Certification
- Licensed - Commercial Drivers License, class A,
- Certificate of achievement - Cummins Insite Training - April of 2013
- Certificate of achievement - Cummins Operation Maintenance and System Analysis - December of 2012
- Certificate of achievement in - ISX 15/12 CM 2250, CM2350 - July 2014
- Mobile Air Conditioning Society - in CFC-12, HFC-134a, and HFO-1234yf refrigerant recycling and service procedures. January 2018
- Certificate of training - Forklift operations. April of 2007
- Kit master fan clutches. May of 2016
Timeline
Driver/Operator Truck Driver
Lincoln County Road Department
08.2023 - Current
Mechanic and Driver
Riley Excavating And Concrete
08.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Kootenai Truck Repir
09.2021 - 08.2022
Diesel Technician
Valley Gear
01.2020 - 08.2021
Diesel Mechanic
Jones Brothers Trucking
01.2007 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Diesel Technology
University of Montana College of Technolgy
High School Diploma -
Corvallis High School
REFERENCES
- Justin Williams- City of Libby Street Supervisor (406)293-1254
- Mark McCully- Retired road supervisor for Lincoln County District 1
- Nate Gassman- Kootenai National Forest District manager (406)291-9139