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JOHN "ALAN" COPE

Varnville,SC

Summary

Skilled light equipment operator and maintenance technician with experience in machine maintenance, welding, and heavy equipment operation. Focused on safety compliance, team collaboration, and problem-solving to ensure optimal performance on-site.

Professional driver prepared for high-stakes environments with focus on efficient and safe patient transportation. Extensive experience in emergency response and adherence to safety regulations. Proven team collaborator, dependable under changing and urgent conditions, with skills in navigation and patient care.

Experienced Tow Truck Operator adept at working quickly and safely to complete voluntary and involuntary tows. Good customer service, communication, and prioritization skills. Excellent history of maintaining efficient schedules and operating with zero incidents.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Light Equipment Operator /Industrial Maintenance Technician

EROSION PLUS
Okatie, SC
08.2024 - Current
  • Operated light equipment to maintain site safety and efficiency during construction projects.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading materials, streamlining workflow processes on-site.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute work plans, adapting to changing site conditions.

Auto Mechanic Technician, UHAUL ROADSIDE ASSISTACE

A & M TIRE AND AUTO
CUMMINGS, SC
03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Diagnosed and repaired various automotive issues, ensuring vehicle safety and performance.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical failures and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline shop workflows and improve service efficiency.

Maintenance Technician, WELDER

ABRAHAMS FABRICATION
Mikado, MI
12.2023 - 03.2024

Assisted in welding and rigging tasks to support project completion. Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards during operations. Contributed to equipment setup and maintenance for optimal performance.

  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.

Maintenance Millwright

Canfor Southern Pines
Estill, SC
07.2016 - 12.2023
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on machinery, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements and enhance equipment reliability.
  • Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.

Ambulance Driver

SHORELINE MEDICAL TRANSPORT/ LOWCOUNTRY MEDICAL TRANSPORT
452 BROWNS COVE RD
01.2011 - 08.2016
  • Operated ambulances in compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
  • Ensured timely transportation of patients to medical facilities, prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to assess patient needs during transport.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness and readiness through regular inspections and maintenance checks.
  • Increased operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance tasks on ambulance vehicles and equipment as needed.

Education

EMT

TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY
HAMPTON SC
04-2014

High School Diploma -

WADE HAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL
HAMPTON, SC
06-2010

Skills

  • Skid steer operation
  • Backhoe operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Machine maintenance
  • Erosion control
  • Concrete pouring
  • Welding
  • Carpentry skills
  • General labor

Timeline

Light Equipment Operator /Industrial Maintenance Technician

EROSION PLUS
08.2024 - Current

Maintenance Technician, WELDER

ABRAHAMS FABRICATION
12.2023 - 03.2024

Auto Mechanic Technician, UHAUL ROADSIDE ASSISTACE

A & M TIRE AND AUTO
03.2023 - 08.2024

Maintenance Millwright

Canfor Southern Pines
07.2016 - 12.2023

Ambulance Driver

SHORELINE MEDICAL TRANSPORT/ LOWCOUNTRY MEDICAL TRANSPORT
01.2011 - 08.2016

EMT

TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY

High School Diploma -

WADE HAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL
JOHN "ALAN" COPE