Dustin Tigges
Chadron,NE
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Street Maintenance Worker
City of Chadron
Chadron, Nebraska
02.2025 - Current
- Gained a Nebraska Dept of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License with categories 00 04 07
- Obtained Class B CDL license to operate commercial vehicles.
- Maintained city streets by repairing potholes and resurfacing asphalt.
- Operated heavy equipment for road maintenance and snow removal tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to clear debris and ensure safety on roads.
- Assisted in the installation of traffic signs and road markings throughout the city.
- Cleaned and maintained streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and storm drains.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment and conducted major repairs.
- Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
- Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.
- Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
Volunteer Firefighter
City of Chadron
Chadron, Nebraska
07.2020 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls for fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Participated in regular training drills to enhance firefighting skills and teamwork.
- Inspected firefighting equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Assisted in community outreach programs to educate the public on fire safety.
- Maintained fire station cleanliness and organized supplies for quick access during emergencies.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and other emergency services during incidents.
- Mentored new volunteers in firefighting techniques and station protocols for effective training.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
HVAC Installer
Fire & Ice mechanical
Chadron, Nebraska
03.2020 - 11.2024
- gained an epa 608 type 1 certification
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings efficiently.
- Conducted system maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot HVAC issues effectively.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for accurate installations and repairs.
- Communicated with clients to explain HVAC options and service details clearly.
- Maintained inventory of tools, materials, and equipment for project readiness.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, saws, as well as power tools like pipe cutters and benders when performing tasks related to HVAC installations.
- Performed installation of residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork.
- Installed condensate lines, gas piping, venting systems for water heating appliances, exhaust fans.
- Cleaned up job site upon completion of work to ensure a safe environment for customers.
- Assisted in the fabrication of sheet metal ducts for ventilation systems.
- Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Pulled electrical wiring for new installations or repairs to existing HVAC systems.
- Conducted brazing, threading pipe and tasks to complete service calls.
- Communicated regularly with supervisor regarding progress on projects and any challenges encountered during the course of work.
- Provided customers with information regarding product warranties and operating instructions after completion of service calls.
- Calculated load requirements to determine correct size of equipment needed for each application.
- Made A/C stands from angle iron with a MIG welder
HVAC Installer
MPC
Chadron, Nebraska
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings efficiently.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for accurate installations and repairs.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, saws, as well as power tools like pipe cutters and benders when performing tasks related to HVAC installations.
- Performed installation of residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork.
- Installed condensate lines, gas piping, venting systems for water heating appliances, exhaust fans.
day worker
John Haas
Hemingford, Nebraska
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition, and alleviate downtime.
- Drove semi to various locations from the farm hauling corn
- Drove water tender truck for spraying season with chemicals for the sprayer
- helped build a precision planter
Day Worker
Darby Jesperson
Hemingford, Nebraska
07.2018 - 11.2018
- Operated grain carts efficiently during harvest seasons.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on grain cart equipment.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about operational needs.
- Performed basic maintenance on grain carts, such as changing oil and filters; greasing bearings; and replacing worn parts.
- Helped with Beet harvest running the beet cart
- Drove semis hauling grain from field to the coop
Ranch Hand
Greg Oetken
Marsland, NE
01.2010 - 07.2018
- Operated and maintained various farm equipment for daily ranch activities.
- Assisted in the care and feeding of livestock to ensure their well-being.
- Implemented efficient fencing solutions to enhance livestock management practices.
- Monitored animal health and reported any concerns to the Boss.
- Operated tractors and farm equipment for various tasks.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Repaired broken fencing or other structures on the property.
- Provided medical treatments to sick or injured animals.
- Transported feed, supplies, and livestock between locations as needed.
- Assisted in the daily care of livestock, including feeding and watering animals.
- Performed general ranch maintenance such as cleaning stalls, barns, and other areas.
- Cared for livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
- Maintained equipment with preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Identified problems and took corrective action when necessary.
- Assisted with branding activities during calving season.
- Harvested hay for use in winter months.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crawford Public Schools
Crawford, NE05-2012
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pesticide application
- Road maintenance
- Traffic sign installation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Loader operation
- Dump truck driving
- Asphalt repair
- Power tool proficiency
- Pavement marking
- Snow removal
- Concrete finishing
- Street sweeping
- Pothole patching
Certification
- hvac License type 1 certified
- Nebraska Pesticide Applicator License 00 04 07
- Red card certification
- cpr and first aid
Timeline
Street Maintenance Worker
City of Chadron
02.2025 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
City of Chadron
07.2020 - Current
HVAC Installer
Fire & Ice mechanical
03.2020 - 11.2024
HVAC Installer
MPC
05.2019 - 03.2020
day worker
John Haas
11.2018 - 05.2019
Day Worker
Darby Jesperson
07.2018 - 11.2018
Ranch Hand
Greg Oetken
01.2010 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Crawford Public Schools