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Gerald Snell

Newbern,TN

Summary

Safety and goal oriented with over 8 years of experience in the oil and gas industry as well as 10 plus years of mechanic and maintenance work. I work very well on my own or with others and can adapt to any situation that presents itself.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Dot Transportation
08.2021 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
  • Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts

Hotshot Driver

Indiana Transport
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Performed daily vehicle inspections and completed reports regarding issues with trucks.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Performed daily vehicle inspections and completed reports regarding issues with trucks

Mechanic Tech 3

Liberty Oilfield Services
11.2017 - 04.2020
  • Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
  • Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components.
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of hydraulic fracturing equipment.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
  • Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports.
  • Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
  • Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
  • Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • Supervised and mentored [Number] team members and facilitated daily service operations to drive business growth.

Maintenance Technician

Halliburton Energy Services
01.2017 - 11.2017
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.

Pipeline Operator

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners
10.2015 - 01.2017
  • Communicated with other workers using signals, radios or telephones to start and stop flows of materials or substances.
  • Monitored gauges and flowmeters and inspected equipment to verify tank levels, temperatures and pressures remained at specified levels, reporting abnormalities as necessary.
  • Maintained safe and accurate pump levels throughout 23 different locations closely watched pump gauges.
  • Adapted daily tasks to match staff skill levels and weather conditions, consistently maintaining safety and efficiency standards.
  • Recorded operating data such as products and quantities pumped, stocks used and operating times.
  • Completed detailed tool and equipment inspections both in field and in shops to identify and address malfunctions and performance concerns.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Mechanic

Michigan Army National Guard
09.2006 - 09.2014
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories.
  • Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
  • Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.

Mechanical Technician

Schlumberger, Drilling & Measurements
02.2011 - 10.2013
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of directional drilling equipment.
  • Responsible for disassembly of directional drilling tools, cleaning and inspecting all components.
  • built and assembled directional drilling bias units used for steering the drill bit downhole
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
  • Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance approaches.
  • Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports.
  • Recommended design modifications to eliminate time lost with machine and system malfunctions during build up.
  • Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
  • Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.

Education

Certificate in Diesel Technology - Diesel Mechanics

Lincoln College of Technology - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
10.2011

Skills

  • Commercial Driving
  • Time Management
  • Vehicle Systems
  • Refrigerated Trailers Operation
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Basic Vehicle Safety
  • Personnel Protection
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Truck Driver

Dot Transportation
08.2021 - Current

Hotshot Driver

Indiana Transport
11.2020 - 08.2021

Mechanic Tech 3

Liberty Oilfield Services
11.2017 - 04.2020

Maintenance Technician

Halliburton Energy Services
01.2017 - 11.2017

Pipeline Operator

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners
10.2015 - 01.2017

Mechanical Technician

Schlumberger, Drilling & Measurements
02.2011 - 10.2013

Mechanic

Michigan Army National Guard
09.2006 - 09.2014

Certificate in Diesel Technology - Diesel Mechanics

Lincoln College of Technology - Indianapolis

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