Leon Van Zyl
Scribner,NE
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Trailer Technician
Fremont Contract Carriers
06.2016 - Current
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Documented all actions in computer system.
- Troubleshot problems and implemented solutions to fix issues with brakes.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Fabricated parts and welded connections.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Checked completed repairs in buses and trucks, confirming correct servicing procedures.
Truck Driver
PepsiCo
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Well Driller
Grosch Irrigation
01.2007 - 07.2015
- Constructed drilling pads, planned rig moves and conducted project audits.
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Managed and completed well modification and stimulation programs, bolstering oil and gas recovery.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Managed rig sub-contractors to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations
- Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management, and HSE compliance.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
Education
High School Diploma -
Groote Schuur High School
Cape Town, South Africa12.2000
Skills
- Records Accuracy
- Workplace Safety
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Inspection Checklists
- Creative Solutions
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Documentation Skills
- Inspect Vehicles
- Employee Supervision
- Safety Policies
- Operation Monitoring
- Project Deadlines
Languages
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Trailer Technician
Fremont Contract Carriers
06.2016 - Current
Truck Driver
PepsiCo
07.2015 - 06.2016
Well Driller
Grosch Irrigation
01.2007 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
Groote Schuur High School
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