John Brunson
Dumas
Summary
Reliable professional with 10+ years of experience handling mechanical needs. Knowledgeable, dedicated and offering superior skills in Heavy Duty engines, Service Scheduling ,and Operations .
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Preventive Maintenance Technician
Scout Energy Management LLC
04.2025 - Current
- Minimized fluid leaks.
- Adjusted Engine, Compressor, and Pipeline equipment settings.
- Ensured minimal disruptions to Oil and Gas production schedules.
- Prevented potential costly accidents.
- Created a comprehensive inventory of spare parts.
- Conducted preventive checks.
- Used any tools necessary for repairs.
- Implemented an improved maintenance schedule.
- Maintained Hundreds of units of heavy-duty oil and gas equipment.
- Piloted a 1-3-6-month predictive maintenance program.
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues.
- Resolved electrical and mechanical issues.
- Assist and lead with other mechanical peers to troubleshoot and repair issues with equipment.
Basic Operator Trainee
Valero McKee Refinery
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Enrolled in Basic Operator Training.
- Completed CBT courses.
- Tested over the required courses to become a refinery operator.
Maintenance Technician 2/ Lease Operator 2
Scout Energy Management LLC
01.2021 - 09.2024
- Minimized fluid leaks.
- Adjusted Engine, Compressor, and Pipeline equipment settings.
- Ensured minimal disruptions to Oil and Gas production schedules.
- Prevented potential costly accidents.
- Created a comprehensive inventory of spare parts.
- Conducted preventive checks.
- Used any tools necessary for repairs.
- Implemented an improved maintenance schedule.
- Maintained Hundreds of units of heavy-duty oil and gas equipment.
- Piloted a 1-3-6-month predictive maintenance program.
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues.
- Resolved electrical and mechanical issues.
- Assist and lead with other mechanical peers to troubleshoot and repair issues with equipment.
Parts and Sales Specialist
Mhc Kenworth
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships to drive sales growth.
- Conducted product demonstrations and training sessions for clients on new offerings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely order fulfillment and delivery.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to inform sales strategies and approaches.
- Kept up with inventory of parts and service warehouses.
- Became very familiar with Heavy Duty trucks and trailers.
- Understand locations and uses for parts on tractor trailer combinations.
Auto Body Technician
Dickeys Body Shop
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Operated advanced collision repair tools to restore vehicle body integrity.
- Executed precise frame alignment and structural repairs on damaged vehicles.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in repair processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections of vehicles for damage assessment and repair planning.
- Prepared Vehicles and parts for paint shop.
- Painted vehicle and parts according to the requirements of the job.
- Re-installed parts on vehicle and inspected that all problems were fixed correctly.
- Performed required mechanical work on all types of vehicles.
Parts and Sales
Moore Auto Parts
02.2013 - 08.2015
- Developed comprehensive product knowledge to effectively address customer inquiries and enhance satisfaction.
- Executed targeted sales strategies to promote product lines and exceed quarterly sales goals.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional product knowledge and tailored recommendations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, improving overall efficiency of sales operations.
Farm Hand
Gibson Farms/ Natures Way Compost
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Operated and maintained farm machinery for planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops.
- Assisted in soil preparation and nutrient management to enhance crop yield and quality.
- Monitored plant health through regular inspections, identifying issues early for prompt resolution.
- Implemented best practices for composting processes, improving efficiency and product quality.
- Kept up with services and repairs on all farm machinery including John Deere diesel engines.
Education
General Studies - Some college - No degree
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TXHigh School - undefined
Dumas High School
Dumas, TXSkills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Maintenance scheduling and optimization
- Working knowledge of oil and natural gas systems
- Developing and following standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Optimizing machine settings for efficiency
- Predictive Maintenance Implementation
- Time management to meet machinery service schedules
- Motor repair and replacement
- Collaborating with engineering teams for performance improvement
- Understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLC)
- Preventative maintenance on oil and natural gas machinery
- Compliance with OSHA safety regulations
- Lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Defect identification
- Routine maintenance
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Motor alignment
- Hydraulic systems expertise
- Records maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Preventive Maintenance Technician
Scout Energy Management LLC
04.2025 - Current
Basic Operator Trainee
Valero McKee Refinery
09.2024 - 10.2025
Maintenance Technician 2/ Lease Operator 2
Scout Energy Management LLC
01.2021 - 09.2024
Parts and Sales Specialist
Mhc Kenworth
09.2017 - 01.2021
Auto Body Technician
Dickeys Body Shop
08.2015 - 09.2017
Parts and Sales
Moore Auto Parts
02.2013 - 08.2015
Farm Hand
Gibson Farms/ Natures Way Compost
04.2012 - 02.2013
High School - undefined
Dumas High School
General Studies - Some college - No degree
Amarillo College