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James Perkins

Waldron,AR

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

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Ranch Hand

Smart Mechanical
Liberty, TX
03.2009 - 06.2024
  • Assisted in the selection and training of new personnel; provided ongoing mentoring when needed.
  • Provided guidance to staff on animal care techniques, safety procedures, and proper use of equipment.
  • Supervised loading and unloading of animals during transport; ensured humane treatment at all times.
  • Oversaw the branding, tagging and sorting of cattle; scheduled veterinary services as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of feed consumption, medical treatments, births, deaths, transfers and sales.
  • Maintained fences, gates and other corral structures; coordinated maintenance projects with contractors as needed.
  • Coordinated the purchase of hay and other feedstuffs; negotiated favorable terms with suppliers.
  • Ensured that all necessary supplies were available at all times.
  • Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
  • Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
  • Cared for and maintained plants in different climate-controlled areas.
  • Operated tractors, loaders, dump trucks, power saws and other equipment related to landscaping work.
  • Mowed lawns using walk-behind mowers, riding mowers and edgers.
  • Cleaned gutters along rooflines when necessary.
  • Performed minor repairs on outdoor structures such as fences, patios and decks.
  • Raked leaves, spread mulch and removed debris from grounds.
  • Trimmed trees and shrubs around the property to maintain a neat appearance.
  • Conducted regular maintenance of tools used for lawn care tasks such as sharpening blades on mowers or trimmers.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding safety standards at all times.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Weeded gardens and flower beds.
  • Fertilized and treated lawns with herbicides and pesticides to prevent insect infestation and disease.
  • Cleaned up debris from job sites at the end of each shift.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.

Mechanic Assistant

JRE
Mont Belvieu, TX
01.2003 - 03.2009
  • Ordered necessary replacement parts from suppliers when needed.
  • Cleaned engine parts and other components during maintenance work.
  • Performed basic troubleshooting to diagnose mechanical issues in vehicles.
  • Used diagnostic computers to identify system malfunctions in cars' electrical systems.
  • Identified worn out brake pads and replaced them accordingly.
  • Kept work area clean and organized at all times in order to maintain a safe environment.
  • Tested car batteries using a voltmeter to ensure proper charging.
  • Replaced oil filters and air filters in vehicles according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Followed safety protocols while working on vehicles in order to reduce potential risks of injury.
  • Assisted mechanics with repair tasks such as replacing brakes, spark plugs, and other parts.
  • Verified the accuracy of invoices for parts used on jobs by comparing them with customer orders.
  • Inspected vehicle exteriors for dents, scratches, rust spots prior to repair work.
  • Checked vehicle fluid levels and tire pressure, refilled fluids as needed.
  • Lubricated moving parts of engines and chassis components as part of routine maintenance procedures.
  • Provided customers with estimates on labor costs required for repairs.
  • Maintained an inventory of tools, spare parts, and supplies necessary for job completion.
  • Disassembled engines when necessary to perform repairs or replacement of faulty parts.
  • Completed paperwork related to service requests including time sheets, customer bills, warranty documents.
  • Worked alongside technicians providing regular service, troubleshooting and upgrading equipment.
  • Supported lead mechanic by completing routine repair work, changing tires and replacing batteries.
  • Physically performed painting, loading/unloading, pressure washing, and errands.
  • Disposed of combustibles or hazardous materials properly in approved containers.
  • Assisted mechanics with overhaul and repair of transmissions and engines.
  • Completed planned and unplanned work orders to quickly bring equipment back to production.
  • Ordered parts, tools, and supplies to stock shop and prepare for repair jobs.
  • Accessed areas of equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on, or under parts of vehicles and trailers.
  • Used maintenance checklist to document inspection and accurate diagnosis of vehicle issues.
  • Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
  • Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
  • Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
  • Cleaned or lubricated machinery, equipment and other objects using power tools and cleaning equipment.
  • Adjusted, connected or disconnected wiring and other parts using hand or power tools.

Education

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Liberty, TX
05-2001

Skills

  • Tractor driving
  • Feeding animals
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Basic Welding
  • Pruning trees
  • Weather Knowledge
  • Groundskeeping
  • Safety techniques
  • Teamwork
  • Fence building
  • Basic Carpentry
  • Machinery upkeep
  • Physical Strength
  • GPS Navigation
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Team Player
  • Safety practices

Timeline

Ranch Hand

Smart Mechanical
03.2009 - 06.2024

Mechanic Assistant

JRE
01.2003 - 03.2009

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School

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