John G. E. Cavill
Lebanon,OR
Summary
Motivated individual focused on advancing knowledge and expertise in aviation, diesel technology, welding, and light fabrication, utilizing skills developed through hands-on experience and seeking growth based on performance and emerging challenges.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Maintenance
Rainbow River Lodge
Iliamna, Alaska
05.2026 - Current
- Coordinated maintenance operations for guest rooms, grounds, and lodge facilities to ensure optimal guest experience.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, electrical power, and safety systems.
- Worked with housekeeping, front desk, and management teams to handle maintenance requests.
- Trained maintenance staff on tools, safety procedures, and daily work priorities.
- Managed inventory of parts, supplies, and maintenance tools across Rainbow River Lodge to support efficient operations.
- Inspected aircraft systems and components for safety and airworthiness compliance.
- Completed routine maintenance on engines, landing gear, and flight control systems.
- Replaced worn parts and repaired faulty aircraft equipment.
- Tested electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and other aircraft components for proper function.
- Replaced worn engine components according to manufacturer specifications.
Mobile Diesel Technician
Bridge R/E Ranch LLC
Haines, Oregon
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Repaired brakes, cooling systems, and fuel systems under field conditions.
- Examined vehicle frames, bodies, transmissions, axles, brakes, steering mechanisms, and exhaust systems for damage or wear.
- Supported engine hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting during mobile service calls.
- Tested repaired equipment for proper operation prior to returning to service.
- Adjusted engine timing according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Inspected equipment for safety wear and readiness on ranch before use.
- Updated ranch supervisors and equipment operators on repair needs and service status.
- Completed paperwork accurately and in a timely manner documenting details of services rendered and materials used in each repair job.
- Assisted other technicians with complex repairs when needed.
Internship
Plains Ag Equipment LLC
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained agricultural equipment for optimal performance (200 hours)
- Repair, diagnose, problem solve electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical issues on agricultural equipment (1500 hours)
- Go on service calls to customers' farms/fields to perform repairs and diagnose issues on their equipment (400 hours)
Ranch Hand
X5 Ranch
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Repair and maintain active ranch equipment (Tractors, Semi Trucks, Implements etc.) (250 hours)
- Feed and work with cattle (200 hours)
- Complete miscellaneous ranch tasks like fencing, putting out minerals, barn work. (200 hours)
- Sorted and vaccinated cattle for health management. (sorting, vaccinations, and medical operations (100 hours)
- Calving (150 hours)
Equipment Parts Specialist
Tillemans Motor/Equipment Co
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Equipment Parts Specialist (120 hours)
- Agricultural Equipment Technician (450 hours)
- Organized tools and equipment in workshop to enhance technician efficiency. (440 hours)
- Dodge Express Service Advisor (100 hours)
Education
College -
Montana State University Northern
10-2026
High School -
Central Linn High School
01-2022
Skills
- Welding certifications (1G, 2G, 3G, 4G) in SMAW and GMAW
- Welding certification 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G in both SMAW and GMAW
- GTAW welding
- Welding and fabrication
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Equipment inspection
- Vehicle fleet management
- Parts ordering
- Intermediate computer skills, using EST and online workshop manuals, plus work logs on daily tasks performed
- Budgeting and cost control
- Have a current Oregon driver's license and Farm Endorsement license
- Team communication
Personal Information
Driving License: Oregon driver's license
Timeline
Head of Maintenance
Rainbow River Lodge
05.2026 - Current
Mobile Diesel Technician
Bridge R/E Ranch LLC
05.2025 - 05.2026
Internship
Plains Ag Equipment LLC
05.2023 - 08.2024
Ranch Hand
X5 Ranch
01.2023 - 01.2024
Equipment Parts Specialist
Tillemans Motor/Equipment Co
09.2022 - 04.2023
College -
Montana State University Northern
High School -
Central Linn High School