Douglas Dale Rippenkroeger
Oklahoma City,United States
Summary
Seeking full time employment which I can provide my skills and work ethic.
Overview
1
1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Doug’s Automotive and Welding
Midwest City, OK
01.1988 - Current
- Currently providing mobile welding services for law enforcement target practice facilities. At my automotive facility provided customer retention and satisfaction in the Del City community for automotive and welding needing. Properly maintained equipment, and process both customers and vehicles in a safe and efficient manner. This includes managing the shop’s labor inventory and expenses, properly assigning and dispatching work, and complying with all governmental requirements. Maintained the annual, quarterly, weekly, and daily goals. gross profit, technician productivity and efficiency, and taxable income. Held effective team meetings and perform reviews, and how to deal with every type of employee issue. Managed customer concerns. Properly secure the facility, vehicles, cash, checks, credit card information, all customer information, and all employee records. Effectively manage time and tasks. Provide leadership to all the employees.
- Doug Rippenkroeger (405) 623-1401
Conductor Switchman
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
Oklahoma City, OK
01.1994 - 01.2020
- Company provided intense schooling and internship for Conductor Switchman prior to full time employment. Operating hand signals to direct train operators, including “flaggers” who work at grade crossings to direct traffic and pedestrians during light rail operations. Inspecting tracks and other railroad equipment for defects or damage that could lead to accidents. Maintaining records of freight shipments, such as their origin and destination points, time of departure and arrival, weight, contents, and other pertinent information, Monitoring radio communications between dispatch centers and trains to ensure that all instructions are followed correctly. Assisting with the planning of new routes or schedules to accommodate changes in demand for certain products or services. Reporting any safety issues or hazards to railroad officials for further investigation. Monitoring freight traffic to ensure that it is being carried out safely and efficiently. Reporting problems such as equipment malfunctions, accidents, and other incidents to supervisors. Making sure that trains have enough space to maneuver around each other in areas where multiple tracks are present
- Supervisor: Ron Sherman (800) 795-2673
Mechanic
Ditch Witch
Edmond, OK
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Performed basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned trenching equipment. Received some direction or guidance from the shop foreman. Maintained professional communication with all company locations to insure information flows in an appropriate manner. Performs basic trenching equipment diagnostics and determines what repairs are needed. Participated in all job-related training and development. Prepared all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments. Maintained current product knowledge of Ditch Witch and competitive products. Maintained condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment. Maintained a clean and organized work area and practices good safety habits.
- Supervisor: Jack Bickers (405) 348-4633
Education
Hydraulic - Bnsf Railroad
Ditch Witch Education Center
Perry, OK08-1999
ACS Certified Auto Mechanic and Electronics - undefined
Norman Voc Tech Center
Norman, OKCWE Certified Welding Engineer - undefined
Fort Madison, IAGeneral Studies - undefined
Fort Madison Community High School
Fort Madison, IASkills
Ability to use hand and power tools
Calibration equipment such as calipers, mikes degree meters, torque scales
Electronic diagnosis equipment including OHN meters, lab scopes, scanners and programming flash units
AC and DC wiring and trouble shooting
Hydraulic experiences, hydraulic over air and air over hydraulic
Diesel and gas engine repair
Able to communicate with employees able to read and write to complete paperwork
Excellent attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues
Team player who can communicate effectively and work together to complete a task
Section name
- Doug Rippenkroeger
- 328 Crosby Dr.
- Oklahoma City, OK 73115
- (405) 623-1401
- Dougripp09@gmail.com
- January 9, 2023
- To whom it concern
- I wanted to take this opportunity to provide you with my knowledge, skills, and profile to be employed within your organization. I have provided a summary of my work knowledge and skills in the attached resume.
- In our current work force, It Is hard or difficult to find a person with my talents and characteristics I believe in the old saying, “The future belongs to the few of us still willing to get our hands dirty”, the Is a lost work ethic In the current workforce and one I can provide your company.
- Please review my summary of my qualifications for this specific position. My personal profile surpasses the standards requirements you are looking for. I look forward to meeting with you to discuss how I can benefit your company.
- Sincerely
- Enclosure
Certification
Hydraulic/mechanical
Timeline
Conductor Switchman
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
01.1994 - 01.2020
Owner
Doug’s Automotive and Welding
01.1988 - Current
Mechanic
Ditch Witch
01.1986 - 01.1990
General Studies - undefined
Fort Madison Community High School
CWE Certified Welding Engineer - undefined
ACS Certified Auto Mechanic and Electronics - undefined
Norman Voc Tech Center
Hydraulic - Bnsf Railroad
Ditch Witch Education Center