- Cooking
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Woodworking
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Outdoor Recreation
- Music
- Volunteering
- Animal Care
- Dancing
- Drawing and Painting
- Animal Welfare Advocacy
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Hiking
- Photography
- Hunting
Easton Simons
Springfield,OR
Summary
Versatile and achievement-oriented professional with extensive experience across various roles, including a notable tenure at Leavitt's Freight Service. Excelled in fuel system repair and team collaboration, significantly enhancing workflow efficiency and safety standards. Skilled in machine operation and preventive maintenance, consistently meeting and surpassing quality control targets.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Diesel Technician
Leavitt's Freight Service
02.2024 - Current
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication A, B and DOT safety inspections.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Supported fleet operations with dependable on-site troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair services for diesel-powered vehicles.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Inspected trucks, tractors and trailers for repair and maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with team members on complex repair tasks, resulting in improved workflow efficiency.
Lead of Farm and Hay Operations
Maple Mound Farms
01.2010 - 06.2024
- Oversaw the implementation of automated timekeeping systems, ensuring accurate reporting of hours worked for all employees.
- Reduced errors in timesheet submissions by developing clear guidelines and providing comprehensive training for employees.
- Boosted morale among team members by recognizing their accomplishments and supporting professional development opportunities.
- Achieved timely resolution of discrepancies through diligent tracking and reconciliation efforts.
- 8 years as lead of all operations.
- Operated Heavy equipment such as backhoes, tractors, swathers, heavy diesel trucks, and more...
- Cared for all farm animals.
- Moving and installing irrigation pipe.
- Fence repair/building.
- This was a seasonal summer job.
Front End Loader Operator
Lane Forest Products
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained clean work area by regularly removing debris from the loader''s path during operation hours.
- Lowered and tilted buckets and drove front-end loaders forward to force buckets into bulk material.
- Reduced downtime through efficient loading and unloading of materials in a timely manner.
- Maximized resource utilization by effectively managing material stockpiles and storage areas.
- Consistently met client specifications for material load sizes and delivery timelines, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Minimized job site hazards with adherence to safety regulations during loading, transportation, and unloading processes.
- Operated bulldozers, backhoes and loaders to excavate, move and load [Type] materials.
- Maintained positive working relationships with clients and colleagues by demonstrating professionalism and a strong work ethic.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
Press Operator
Weyerhauser
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the department through constructive feedback and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Assisted in training new press operators, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure smooth onboarding and skill development.
Mill Worker
Patrick Lumber Company
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Assisted in meeting customer deadlines with timely preparation, packaging, and dispatching of finished goods from the mill site.
- Maintained a clean work area that adhered to company guidelines, promoting a healthy workplace environment.
- Consistently met daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards for all processed materials.
- Ensured smooth workflow by performing routine maintenance on equipment, minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with supervisors to address and resolve production issues, improving overall output.
- Set-up, adjusted and monitored processing machinery.
- Ran cutting saws
- Pulled green chain
- Operated small and large forklifts
- Operated Stacker
- Loaded transport trucks
Hunting Sales Associate
Cabela's
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication and collaboration among team members.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends, product developments, and best practices in customer service.
- Assisted in inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels and replenishing merchandise as needed.
- Assisted customers with purchasing decisions by offering honest feedback based on personal experience using various hunting equipment items.
- Upheld all company policies and procedures while actively promoting a safe and welcoming environment for customers and staff alike.
- Boosted sales through the effective demonstration of hunting gear, showcasing its features and benefits to customers.
Resident Assistant
Middlefield Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquiries while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Sanitation and janitorial work
- Food serving
- Heavy lifting/moving clients
Education
High School Diploma -
Cottage Grove High School
Cottage Grove, OR05-2016
Skills
- Fuel system repair
- Deadline oriented
- Following directions
- Machine operation
- Workplace cleanliness
- Sales experience
- Team player
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality control
- Machine maintenance
- Workplace safety
- Payroll management
- Loader operation
- Milling machine operations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved brake certification by completing Merritor brake class with accuracy and efficiency.
- Learned and developed skills for many pieces of heavy equipment quickly.
Certification
- Heavy Duty Brake System Specialist Certification - Brake Manufacturers Council.
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Certification - OSHA.
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certified
- First Aid Certification
- Oregon Driver's License
Interests
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Leavitt's Freight Service
02.2024 - Current
Front End Loader Operator
Lane Forest Products
03.2022 - 02.2024
Press Operator
Weyerhauser
01.2021 - 03.2022
Mill Worker
Patrick Lumber Company
02.2019 - 03.2021
Hunting Sales Associate
Cabela's
01.2018 - 02.2019
Resident Assistant
Middlefield Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
01.2016 - 01.2018
Lead of Farm and Hay Operations
Maple Mound Farms
01.2010 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Cottage Grove High School
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