John Powers
Douglass,KS
Summary
I have been in the industry for 33 years. Compliance specialist, troubleshooting skills, Great communication skills. Maintain service vehicle. Efficient in problem solving. Computer literate.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Technician
Double Check
Wichita, KS
05.2024 - Current
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Effectively communicated technical information to non-technical clients, ensuring proper understanding and utilization of equipment features.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Trained junior technicians in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Responded to problems reported by customers by troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
- Maintained detailed records of service calls, enabling better tracking of recurring issues and proactive solutions implementation.
Compliance Specialist
Justice Testing
Cathedral City, Ca
12 2019 - 04.2024
- Stage II EVR Vapor Recovery Testing
- Calibrations
- Monitoring System Certifications
- Designated Operator
- Turbine Troubleshooting and Repair
- Line Testing
- Mechanical Line Leak Detector Testing
- Electronic Line Leak Detector Testing
Electronic Assembler
API/Ronan
Bellflower, CA
01 1993 - 05 1994
- Assemble Tank Monitoring Systems
- Program and Test Each System Before Shipment
- Tech Support for Customers and Technicians
- Assigned Each System With a Serial Number and UL Number
- Keep Track of Inventory and Document Each Part
- Train New Hires on Procedures and Safety
- Program New Computers with DOS Based Windows 3.14 Operating System.
- Visit Sites That had our Automated Tank Monitoring System and Troubleshoot and Repair Issues
- Followed All Safety Standards Issued by Company
- Assembled Liquid Sensors LS-3
- Repaired Modules Brought in From Field
Field Service Technician
LAS/API
Bellflower/ Corona, CA
05 1994 - 09 1995
- Perform Service Calls on Fueling Stations
- Troubleshoot Issues with Veeder Root, Ronan, Pollulert, Leak Alert, Soil Sentry and OtherTank Monitoring Systems
- Perform Monitor System Certifications
- Test Mechanical Leak Detectors
- Test Electronic Line Leak Detectors
- Secondary Containment Repairs and Testing
- Worked on Upgrades for Fueling Stations I.E. Dispenser Removal and New Installation
- Maintained Company Provided Truck
- Performed After Hour Service Calls
- Electrical
- Turbine Removal and Repair
- Tech Support
Compliance Specialist
Triangle Environmental Inc
Burbank ,Ca
09 1995 - 11 2003
- Vapor Recovery Testing Stage I and Stage II
- Tank Testing and Line Testing
- Monitoring System Certifications
- 461 Inspections
- Maintain company truck by getting oil changes when required and keeping truck clean
- Attend classes pertaining to industry. 40 hour Hazwoper, Ronan Certified, Veeder root Certified, Emco wheaton certified, CNI certified, OPW Certified, Red Jacket Certified, FE Petro Certified, VMI Certified, South Coast AQMD Licensed Tester, Licensed 461 Inspector. IFCI License for Testing Underground Storage Tanks and Lines.
- Train New Hires on Testing Procedures and Company Safety Policy
Construction Estimator
Bond Servant
Glendale, AZ
12 2003 - 05 2008
- Estimate yards per blueprints for projects
- Keep jobs stocked with material
- Perform weekly safety meetings
- Build and maintain relationships with customers
- Supervisor
Lead Field Service Technician
North American Drilling
Pioneertown, CA
05 2008 - 12 2011
- Respond to Service Calls
- Pull Remove and Replace Pump and Motor in Water Wells
- Operate Pump Hoist Truck
- Maintain Equipment, Oil Changes Air Filters, Coolant
- Respond to After Hour Calls
- Install Pump Controllers and Wire into Sub Panel
- Install Sub Panels
- Electrical
- Install Jet Pumps
- Troubleshoot
- Pressure Tank Installation
- Pressure Switch
Compliance Tester
Justice Testing
Cathedral City, CA
12 2011 - 04 2014
- Stage II Vapor Recovery Testing EVR with Veeder Root CA Products.
- Monitoring Certifications
- Designated Operator
- Troubleshooting on Veeder Root, Wayne, Gilbarco
- Troubleshoot Turbines
- Remove and Install Turbines
- SB-989 Testing and Repair
- Line Testing
- Mechanical Line Leak Detector Testing
- Electronic Line Leak Detector Testing
Senior Field Service Technician
DiMaggio Maintenance & Construction Inc
Oceanside, CA
05 2014 - 11 2019
- Monitoring System Certifications
- Vapor Recovery Testing Stage II EVR
- SB-989 Testing and Repair
- Tank Removal and Installation
- UDC Removal and Installation
- AB 2481 Site Startup on Veeder Root
- Piping Installation
- Electrical, Emergency Shut Off, Dispenser, Turbine Motor Installs and Wiring
- Dispenser Start Up
- Meet With Local Agencies to Perform Certifications and Finals on Jobs.
- Fill All Paperwork Out and Submit to Office
- After Hours On Call
- Calibrations
- Tank Cleaning
- Fuel Filtration
- Worked indepedently and on crews
- Maintain company truck with oil changes and tire rotations
- Keeping company truck clean
- Maintain truck inventory
- Traveled to various cities to perform work
Education
High School Diploma - Required
Palm Springs High School
Palm Springs06.1990
Skills
- Federal and State Regulations
- Regulations Enforcement
- Facility Inspection
- Public Safety
- Hazard Prevention
- Safety Compliance
- Veeder Root Expert
- ICC Service Tech
- ICC Designated Operator
- ICC Vapor Recovery Testing
- Gilbarco
- OPW AST/UST
- California Weights and Measures
- API
- Confined Space
- 40 Hour Hazwoper
- Licesned South Coast AQMD Tester and Auditor
- Multiple Franklin Fueling
- Gasboy Level 1
- Electrician
- 33 Years Experience
- Diversified
- CNI
- Emco Wheaton
- Ronan
- Red Jacket
- VMI Vaporless Leak Detectors
- MAG VFC
Certification
Please See Attached Files
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Timeline
Service Technician
Double Check
05.2024 - Current
High School Diploma - Required
Palm Springs High School
Compliance Specialist
Justice Testing
12 2019 - 04.2024
Electronic Assembler
API/Ronan
01 1993 - 05 1994
Field Service Technician
LAS/API
05 1994 - 09 1995
Compliance Specialist
Triangle Environmental Inc
09 1995 - 11 2003
Construction Estimator
Bond Servant
12 2003 - 05 2008
Lead Field Service Technician
North American Drilling
05 2008 - 12 2011
Compliance Tester
Justice Testing
12 2011 - 04 2014
Senior Field Service Technician
DiMaggio Maintenance & Construction Inc
05 2014 - 11 2019