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Dwayne Kade Dockens

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Summary

Skilled heavy equipment technician with strong background in diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of various machinery. Known for effective team collaboration and adapting to changing needs while delivering reliable results. Expertise in hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and electrical troubleshooting. Dependable, solutions-focused, and driven by commitment to operational excellence.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

TW Services
03.2023 - Current
  • Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Reduced equipment failure rates with proactive detection and repair of minor issues before they escalated.
  • Operated diagnostic tools and equipment to identify faults and malfunctions accurately.
  • Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.

Driller

Independence Contract Drilling
06.2021 - 03.2023
  • From 2021-2023 in Haynesville Shale, I worked my way up from floor hand to driller
  • In that time, I was responsible for a crew of 4 to 5 people and sometimes more due to third party crews and special operations
  • Positions Held: Floorhand, Motorman, Derrick hand, Assistant Driller, Driller
  • Skills: Hold safety meeting with crew and third-party employees
  • Direct crew members and make sure task are performed correctly, efficiently, and safely
  • Maintain records of footage drilled, location and nature of well bore
  • Maintain proper times and duties of the day
  • Monitor progress of drilling, operations, and adjust parameters as needed
  • Direct crew in drilling and other activities, rig down and setting up rig

Equipment operator

JRM Logging
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.

Level 3 Floor hand

Independence Contract Drilling
West Texas
05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Making and breaking connections
  • Mixing chemicals and controlling mud weight
  • Changing out expendables in a timely manner
  • Good knowledge of top drive maintenance and mud pump maintenance

Pipe fitter

JV Driver Fabricators
Freeport, TX
08.2016 - 01.2017
  • Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports
  • Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly and installation of piping for air, gas, and water systems
  • Requisition tools and equipment, select type and size of pipe, collect and transport materials and equipment to work site
  • Mount brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes and set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes

Cooling Tower Mechanic

Master Tech Services
Longview, TX
01.2016 - 08.2016
  • Position, align, fit and weld parts to form complete units or subunits following blueprints and layout specification, using jigs, welding torches and hand tools
  • Align and fit parts according to specifications using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars and hammers
  • Lift or move materials and finished products using large cranes
  • Set up and operate fabricating machines such as, brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders and drill presses to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components

Cooling Tower Mechanic

Marley Excel
Baytown, TX
10.2015 - 01.2016
  • Position, align, fit and weld parts to form complete units or subunits following blueprints and layout specification, using jigs, welding torches and hand tools
  • Align and fit parts according to specifications using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars and hammers
  • Lift or move materials and finished products using large cranes
  • Move parts into position manually or with cranes or hoists
  • Set up and operate fabricating machines such as, brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders and drill presses to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components

Education

High School Diploma -

Shelbyville High School
Shelbyville, Texas

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Good Attention to detail
  • Good communication skills
  • Complex problem solving
  • Understanding Safety Procedures
  • Strong Leadership
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Test equipment

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

TW Services
03.2023 - Current

Driller

Independence Contract Drilling
06.2021 - 03.2023

Equipment operator

JRM Logging
08.2020 - 06.2021

Level 3 Floor hand

Independence Contract Drilling
05.2018 - 05.2020

Pipe fitter

JV Driver Fabricators
08.2016 - 01.2017

Cooling Tower Mechanic

Master Tech Services
01.2016 - 08.2016

Cooling Tower Mechanic

Marley Excel
10.2015 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Shelbyville High School
Dwayne Kade Dockens