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John Friesenhahn

Dilley,TX

Summary

I have been working in the oil and gas industry for eight (8) years.

Six (6) of those years being in the gas compression industry.

Currently repairing and maintaining small horsepower units with quintuplex pumps.

I have become competent with the smaller Waukesha's performing maintenance and unit overhauls, as well as being a competent gas compressor technician.

Duties have included performing preventive maintenance services, top ends including replacing cylinder heads, turbos, etc. Also replacing liner packs when necessary. Repair of gas compressor packings, replacement and service of compressor valves, performing compressor annuals, performing electrical troubleshooting and other assigned tasks.

Aside from the past eight (8) years in the oilfield, my past work experience of approximately thirty-five (35) years includes performing repairs in the automotive field, farm equipment, heavy equipment and heavy duty tractor trailer repair.

My work experience has come from dealership employment, truck shop employment as well as my time self-employed with my own business in the shop and in the field performing repairs and services on customers location.

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Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Kodiak Mechanical Services
Dilley, TX
03.2023 - Current
  • Perform mechanical overhaul of Waukesha 1197 engines. Overhaul included exchanging cylinder heads, replacement of piston/liner assemblies, replacement of crankshaft and camshaft. Upon assembly of engine would utilize micrometers, dial indicators as well as other measurement tools to verify clearances.
  • While performing overhaul, I would inspect for mechanical failure of engine assembly and evaluating why failure had occurred. Also inspected engine assembly for wear concerns.
  • Perform mechanical repair and overhaul on Wanner quintuplex pumps.
  • Participated in field operations, consisting of but not limited to, assisting troubleshooting, performing unit PM's, water pump replacement, cylinder head replacement to complete engine swing. Also assisted with infield repairs Wanner pumps, assisting with diaphragm replacement and diagnosis of failure.
  • Kept inventory and maintenance of tools and equipment in shop.
  • Assisted with keeping inventory of parts and service repair items.

Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Timberline Pumps and Service
Dilley, TX
12.2021 - 03.2023
  • Perform maintenance and mechanical repair on Waukesha 1197 engines, Wanner pump service and repair, OTA VRU service and repair as well as service and repair to small mechanical transfer pumps.
  • Performed engine overhauls on Waukesha 1197 engines. Complete teardown of engine assembly. Prepare parts list of replacement and reconditioned components needed. Cleaned and inspected all reusable components and hardware as needed. Reassembled engine assembly including replacing all bearings, piston/liner assemblies, crankshaft and camshaft. Verified clearances and proper bolt tightening with micrometers and dial indicators, and verified tightening with calibrated torque wrenches.
  • Assisted in field with PM's and also major engine repairs. Also assisted with Wanner pump repairs and diagnosis of failure.
  • Rebuilt four cylinder VRU engine assemblies, along with assisting PM's and unit repairs.
  • Kept inventory of tools and maintenance in shop. Also participated in research of tools needed for proper repair operations.
  • Assisted with keeping inventory of parts and service repair items.

Field Service Technician

Southcross Energy
Dilley, TX
02.2020 - 11.2021
  • Performed maintenance and service repairs on company owned gas compression units. Performed repairs and hourly scheduled PM's on Caterpillar 3500's, 3606's and 3616's.
  • Assisted performing unit repairs and maintenance on acid gas compressors, RoFlos, hot oil pumps and other equipment within the plants and facilities.
  • Performed annuals (scheduled overhaul) on unit compressors, lead and assisted with engine swings and top ends (replacement of cylinder heads, turbos, water pumps, etc.) at specified hourly intervals.
  • Also performed other repairs within company owned facilities, such as valve service and replacement and piping and or support placement utilizing truck mounted crane.

Field Service Technician

USA Compression
Dilley, TX
04.2018 - 01.2020
  • Performed maintenance repairs and daily operations on assigned units. This consisted of leading unit PM's, unit repairs and general maintenance.
  • Assisted lead technicians and other technicians performing unit PM's, unit repairs and maintenance.
  • Assisted with unit sets including teardown and relocation of units when necessary.
  • Assisted with diagnosing concerns and problems of unit operation, be it mechanical or electrical.
  • Also performed inspections on assigned units along with keeping units in clean appearance by washing units to ensure clean appearance of unit.

Field Service Technician

CDM Resource Management
Dilley, TX
10.2016 - 04.2018
  • Performed unit repairs and maintenance on assigned units.
  • Performed weekly unit inspections.
  • Assisted fellow technicians with unit PM's and unit repairs.
  • Assisted supervisors and other technicians with daily operational repairs.

Shop Foreman

Limons Road Services
Dilley, TX
01.2014 - 06.2016
  • My duties included monitoring 6 to 8 heavy duty truck and trailer technicians.
  • I would also dispatch callouts as necessary for our road service technicians.
  • Delegated tasks to service technicians and assisted them with parts list and estimates for repair. Also wrote up service reports for customer service as customers arrived, communicating with shop manager as to status of completion of repairs.
  • Also communicated frequently with office manager of operations performed, and assisted with estimates and billing operations with him.
  • My duties also included myself performing service repair operations in the shop to assist service technicians as needed with overflow.

Shop Owner/Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Friesenhahn Gas and Diesel Repair
Cotulla, TX
08.1999 - 01.2014
  • Performed repairs on automotive,heavy duty trucks, heavy equipment including farm tractors and construction equipment.
  • Repairs consisted of engine and driveline repair and overhauls, HVAC repair, electrical troubleshooting and emissions diagnosis and repair.
  • I would perform these duties in both, my shop and in the field at the customers location.
  • Prepared estimates and associated billing statements to customers.

Master Automotive Technician

Tindall Chevrolet and Pontiac
Dilley, TX
06.1998 - 08.1999
  • Assisted shop foreman with drive up troubleshooting and preparing estimates for needed repairs.
  • Performed repairs from minor maintenance to major overhauls.
  • Performed repairs on gas and diesel powered vehicles, light and medium duty, domestic and import autos and trucks.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical, HVAC system diagnosis and repair, brake performance and repair as well as drivability performance.
  • Delegated work to service technicians, assisted them as needed with diagnostics and repairs. Also performed test drives with the technician and/or the customer for quality control.

Automotive Technician

Chaparral Ford
Devine, TX
01.1997 - 03.1998
  • Performed repairs on gas and diesel powered vehicles.
  • Performed front and 4 wheel alignments, HVAC repair and service, electrical troubleshooting, tuneups and drivability performance, engine repairs minor to major overhaul as well as performing interior work of vehicle.
  • Performed general vehicle maintenance from oil changes to complete maintenance service of vehicle.

Shop Owner/Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Friesenhahn Gas and Diesel Repair
Cotulla, TX
09.1991 - 01.1997
  • Performed repairs on all makes and models including automotive, light and heavy duty truck, farm and construction equipment.
  • Repaired and diagnosed HVAC systems, front suspension, drivelines including automatic and manual transmission, transfer case and differentials, two and four wheel drive.
  • Overhauled and repaired gasoline, diesel and propane powered engines.
  • Performed basic maintenance operations including tuneups and oil and lube services.
  • Performed these repairs in both my shop or the customers location when necessary.

Automotive Technician

Pipes Chevrolet, Pontiac, GEO Inc
Dilley, TX
08.1988 - 09.1991
  • Performed repairs including, but not limited to, engine repair both gas and diesel, front end alignment, HVAC diagnosis and repair, drivability troubleshooting,brake and front suspension repair.
  • Also performed repairs on heavy duty trucks and on occasion on the local farmers tractor in shop.
  • Performed tow truck recoveries and pickup of disabled vehicles.
  • Licensed by the state of Texas for vehicle safety inspections, including light, medium and heavy duty trucks and trailers also including motorcycle inspection.

Automotive Technician

Valentine's Garage
Cotulla, TX
05.1988 - 07.1988
  • Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
  • Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
  • Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
  • Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
  • Performed tire repair and wheel assembly balancing.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanics Technology

Bee County College
Beeville, TX
03-1987

Agriculture Mechanics

Cotulla High School
Cotulla, TX
06-1984

Diesel Mechanics Technology

James Madison High School
San Antonio, TX
09-1983

Skills

  • Troubleshooting and repair of the internal combustion engine
  • Inventory management and control
  • Troubleshooting electrical of mechanical equipment
  • Former certifications for manlift operator, forklift operator and small crane operator
  • Hand and power tool competent Understanding of safe equipment operation and maintenance
  • Fleet Maintenance
  • Diagnostic abilities and understanding
  • Documentation and reporting of service repairs
  • Safety procedure protocols
  • Welding skills include general arc welding and oxy-acetylene torch operation and usage
  • Have also had H2s training and SCBA training and certifications in the past

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Kodiak Mechanical Services
03.2023 - Current

Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Timberline Pumps and Service
12.2021 - 03.2023

Field Service Technician

Southcross Energy
02.2020 - 11.2021

Field Service Technician

USA Compression
04.2018 - 01.2020

Field Service Technician

CDM Resource Management
10.2016 - 04.2018

Shop Foreman

Limons Road Services
01.2014 - 06.2016

Shop Owner/Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Friesenhahn Gas and Diesel Repair
08.1999 - 01.2014

Master Automotive Technician

Tindall Chevrolet and Pontiac
06.1998 - 08.1999

Automotive Technician

Chaparral Ford
01.1997 - 03.1998

Shop Owner/Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Friesenhahn Gas and Diesel Repair
09.1991 - 01.1997

Automotive Technician

Pipes Chevrolet, Pontiac, GEO Inc
08.1988 - 09.1991

Automotive Technician

Valentine's Garage
05.1988 - 07.1988

Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanics Technology

Bee County College

Agriculture Mechanics

Cotulla High School

Diesel Mechanics Technology

James Madison High School
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