Richard Swindoll
Noble,LA
Summary
Professional in mechanical maintenance with strong background in machinery repair and installation. Proven ability to operate heavy machinery safely and efficiently. Known for dependable team collaboration and adaptability to changing work environments. Skills include welding, blueprint reading, precision alignment, adhering to safety regulations, and performing routine maintenance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Log Truck Driver
Colton Etheridge Hauling
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Safely transported logs from harvest locations to mills adhering to weight limits and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to operate specialized logging equipment such as loaders and skidders when necessary for loading operations.
- Repaired and maintained truck as necessary.
Log Truck Driver
Harvco Logging LLC
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Safely transported logs from harvest locations to mills adhering to weight limits and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to operate specialized logging equipment such as loaders and skidders when necessary for loading operations.
- Transported logging equipment with efficiency while following federal and state regulations.
- Repaired and maintained truck as necessary.
Millwright
GL Jones Maintenance LLC
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
Oilfield Floorhand
Ensign Drilling Energy Services
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted in rigging up and rigging down procedures, ensuring a smooth transition between drilling sites.
- Facilitated quick decision-making during high-pressure situations by accurately relaying information between rig personnel on the floor and the driller in the control room.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technology tools associated with modern oilfield practices for increased productivity.
- Carried out general manual labor activities to aid site productivity.
Log Truck Driver
Lex Rivers Hauling LLC
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Safely transported logs from harvest locations to mills adhering to weight limits and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to operate specialized logging equipment such as loaders and skidders when necessary for loading operations.
- Repaired and maintained truck as necessary.
Millwright
Superior Fabrication
04.2015 - 03.2018
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ebarb High School
Noble, LA05-2009
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Oilfield terminology
- Maintenance and repairs
- Welding and fabrication
Timeline
Log Truck Driver
Colton Etheridge Hauling
06.2023 - 03.2025
Log Truck Driver
Harvco Logging LLC
06.2022 - 06.2023
Millwright
GL Jones Maintenance LLC
03.2021 - 06.2022
Oilfield Floorhand
Ensign Drilling Energy Services
05.2019 - 12.2020
Log Truck Driver
Lex Rivers Hauling LLC
03.2018 - 05.2019
Millwright
Superior Fabrication
04.2015 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Ebarb High School
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