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JP PORTER

Killeen,TX

Summary

A highly motivated and multi-skilled individual that gets positive results, seeking a supervisory or non-managerial position that will benefit and bring a good work ethic to any organization that employs me.

Honorably discharged from the Army with twenty two years of Track and Heavy equipment experience. Flexible and versatile-able to maintain a sense of humor and perform under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend in cultural differences. Thrives in deadline-driven environment, excellent team building and strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Abrams Heavy Equipment Mechanic

General Dynamics
07.2023 - Current
  • Perform preventive maintenance checks and services and install MWO's (Maintenance Work Orders) on variations of the Abrams Tank (M1A1ED, M1A2SEP V2 and V3).
  • Read and interpret troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures and flow diagrams for systems, subsystems and components.
  • Maintain accountability of special tools, test equipment and property.

Truck Driver/Fuel Distribution Systems Operator

The Logistics Company
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Operates a 5000-gal tank fuel truck, performs operator checks and maintain equipment. Loads fuel to other vehicles as directed in safe manner.
  • Operates a fuel distribution point refueling vehicles from tanker.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Heavy Truck Driver

Akima Contracting
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Drives a truck to transport materials, merchandise, equipment, or workers between various types of establishments
  • May also load or unload truck with or without helpers within safety standards, make minor mechanical repairs, and keep truck in good working order.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Jailer/Work Release Officer

Bell County Sheriff Dept.
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Perform security duties maintaining order and physical custody of inmates in a jail system or courthouse complex
  • Responsible for the care control of persons to include; releasing offenders, maintain security of the facility, and escorting offenders within and/or outside the secure confines of the jail.
  • Worked long shift hours and still performed duties at a high level of professionalism.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent dangerous and inappropriate activities, supervising over 40 inmates simultaneously.

Residential Equipment Operator

City Of Killeen
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Drives a waste collection vehicle over a designated route, picking up solid waste containers as assigned.
  • Complied with all City and department safety rules, polices, and procedures.
  • Adhered to safety precautions and regulations related to the operation of equipment. Performed daily maintenance and safety checks on garbage trucks
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.

Truck Driver/Railroad Track Laborer

BNSF
09.2012 - 10.2021
  • Operate company vehicles, including semi-trucks equipped with cranes, and vehicles weighing six tons or more.
  • Execute track maintenance, repair, and installation tasks, which involve maintaining track beds and replacing ballast as necessary.
  • Conduct regular inspections of tracks (including beds and right-of-way) to identify and address potential issues or defects.
  • Replace rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties, and other components as required.
  • Utilize a spike maul to drive spikes into ties and a claw bar to remove them.
  • Lift rails using a manual track jack to facilitate track adjustments.
  • Assist in the unloading and movement of track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts, or trucks.
  • Operate equipment for tasks such as digging holes and trenches.
  • Maintain track beds by clearing vegetation, brush, and debris as needed, and ensuring movable track parts are free of dust or snow.
  • Adhere to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures to promote a safe working environment.
  • Assume responsibility for driving company vehicles as required for job duties.
  • Foster positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, customers, and handle any arising situations effectively.
  • Ensure strict compliance with all railroad rules, regulations, safety guidelines, and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) standards.
  • Fulfill any additional duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bogue Chitto High School
Bogue Chitto, MS
06.1988

Skills

  • General Office Skills
  • Computer Savvy
  • Scheduling
  • Professional Presentations
  • Report Preparation
  • M-ATV OPNET Training and Certification 2010
  • MOS: 19KH30 Trained and Certified 1988-2009
  • Completed TCE (Tank Crew Evaluation) Certification for M1A1/M1A2 July 1998
  • Awarded Hotel Identifier for Platform Instruction June 2001
  • Completed "AIMTEST" Advanced Inborne Marksmanship Training Enhanced System for Tanks June 2002
  • Completed FBCB2 64 Operator June 2005
  • Completed "SIO" Senior Instructor Operator of UCOFT M1A1 C-AGTS January 2005

Accomplishments

    Awarded Bronze Star while serving 22 years in the US Army.


    Successfully attended and completed Foreman School in Overland Park, KS with a Class 1 railroad.


    Awarded a safety Plates over the 10 years with class 1 railroad for being safe.


    Set up the Hazardous Waste Material Site to safety standards while working with Akima Contracting.



Professional References

  • Rico Thompson, 502-419-7832
  • Curtis L. Greer, 662-385-6553
  • Russell Respass, 254-681-8080
  • Jimmy Caslin, 770-315-1617

Timeline

Abrams Heavy Equipment Mechanic

General Dynamics
07.2023 - Current

Truck Driver/Fuel Distribution Systems Operator

The Logistics Company
03.2023 - 07.2023

Heavy Truck Driver

Akima Contracting
02.2023 - 03.2023

Jailer/Work Release Officer

Bell County Sheriff Dept.
03.2022 - 12.2022

Residential Equipment Operator

City Of Killeen
11.2021 - 03.2022

Truck Driver/Railroad Track Laborer

BNSF
09.2012 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

Bogue Chitto High School

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