Gordon Koski
Bessemer,MI
Summary
I've worked into a lead/management role in all jobs that allowed an opportunity for advancement. Being highly ambitious and self motivated with emphasis to detail. In have addition very extensive background in equipment, repairs, building maintenance, and small engine repairs with 30 years of experience in electrical, including residential, industrial, and automotive. Along with 16 years in law enforcement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
Corullo Forest Products
Bessemer, MI
03.2021 - Current
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- OperatedLoaders, Yard equipment
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Electrical Apprentice
Ruotsala Construction
Bessemer, MI
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining and connecting wire.
- Safely pulled wire through EMT and PVC conduits while ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Completed and checked wiring tasks through wall and floor conduits and holes accurately.
- Followed strict schedules to install and test 120/208 and 247/600 volt systems.
- Evaluated and initiated repair work on various electrical equipment such as light fixtures, controls, switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
- Operated heavy and light equipment
School Bus Driver
Bessemer Area Schools
Bessemer, MI
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Transportation of Students
- Clean High School and maintenance work
Service Manger/ Mechanic
Cloverland Motors
300 E Cloverland Drive, Ironwood, MI
0 2008 - 09.2018
- Managed 7 employees in day to day operation
- Operation of Low boy Semi truck, Dump trucks, Panel van. Semi truck, Bulldozer, Frontend loader, Excavator, Forklifts Road graders.
- Prepare and administer preventative maintenance work orders
- Support technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
- Responsible for a wide variety of duties, including but not limited to: pipe fitting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, and building repair
- Operate heavy equipment including: motor graders, heavy loaders, carryall's, bulldozers, backhoe, roller scrapers, and tractors
- Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition, such as: gas, oil, tires, lights, and brakes
Deputy Sheriff
Gogebic County
100 W. Iron Street, Bessemer, MI
0 1999 - 8 2015
- Checked all vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use, completed routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns, and tested vehicles, their components, and system
- Serviced as County DOT Officer
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environment
- Enforced all traffic laws and ordinances and checked speed with radar.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Responded immediately to calls involving automobile accidents and criminal activity.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Evaluated complaint and emergency-request information to determine response requirements.
- Served as county Recantations Officer.
- Serviced As ORV, Marine, Snowmobile Safety instructor.
- Active in Camp Superior until 2016
General Manager
L J Speed Boyz
Lead Street, Bessemer, MI
2 1996 - 5 1998
- Prepared program operating budgets, budget reports and other financial performance reports.
- Analyzed key aspects of the business to evaluate the factors driving results and summarized results into presentations.
- Exceeded sales goals by at least 85%
Mine Maintenance / Capt. Mine Rescue
White Pine Copper
Main Street, White Pine, MI
01.1987 - 01.1996
- Maintained equipment in good working order by checking fluid levels and greasing and fueling machines.
- Specialize in diesel motors, electric over hydraulic.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components and equipment.
- Assembled and installed a variety of valves and fittings.
- Installed machinery, equipment and new and replacement parts.
- Referred to blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs to diagnose and repair equipment.
- Connected and disconnected wiring, piping and tubing.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings and machinery gears.
- Operated precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct them.
- Capt. of Mine Rescue Team Trained with 32 active members
- Train in fighting fires in the mine above and below ground, trained in Hazmat, confined space and rope rescue.
Millwright/Electrical Assistant
Bessemer Plywood
, Yale Ave Bessemer Mi
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- Developed and executed layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms.
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.
- Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices.
- Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery.
- learn to run all types of forklifts, loaders, yard units.
Education
Online Certificate - Electrician
Penn State
Online2021
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Gogebic Community College
Ironwood, MI1998
High School Diploma -
LL Wright High School
Ironwood, MI1986
Skills
- Trained maintenance mechanic
- Equipment operation
- CDL class A license holder
- Strong mechanical and electrical skills
- Interpersonal skills
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Works well independently
- Effective at multi-tasking
- Team leadership
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
Corullo Forest Products
03.2021 - Current
School Bus Driver
Bessemer Area Schools
10.2018 - 08.2019
Electrical Apprentice
Ruotsala Construction
08.2018 - 03.2021
Mine Maintenance / Capt. Mine Rescue
White Pine Copper
01.1987 - 01.1996
Service Manger/ Mechanic
Cloverland Motors
0 2008 - 09.2018
Deputy Sheriff
Gogebic County
0 1999 - 8 2015
General Manager
L J Speed Boyz
2 1996 - 5 1998
Millwright/Electrical Assistant
Bessemer Plywood
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Online Certificate - Electrician
Penn State
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Gogebic Community College
High School Diploma -
LL Wright High School