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River Hatton

Summary

Effective at using basic mathematical and mechanical skills to estimate material needs and minimize waste. Good knowledge of Welding fabrication standards and associated tools. Experienced in inspections and shipping. Proficient Fabrication Technician skilled in manufacturing practices. Focused on achieving tight deadlines and performing high-quality work. Reads and interprets plans and schematics. Seasoned Operator gifted in equipment inspection, maintenance and operation. Responsible team player with strong patience, attention to detail and systematic approach to completing accurate work. Excellent materials management abilities and understanding of safety zones. Skilled Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair and general labor. Multitasks and works effectively in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Mechanic

City of Poplar Bluff Motorpool
05.2024 - Current
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of fire, police, and street department equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
  • Preformed complete hvac repairs to all makes and models of equipment.
  • Expedited emergency repair situations, minimizing production delays due to unforeseen breakdowns or malfunctions.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  • Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
  • Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
  • Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
  • Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
  • Trained new mechanics in latest maintenance techniques, raising overall skill level of department.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, contributing to transparent and accountable maintenance department.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.

Tooling Fabrication

Gates Rubber
05.2017 - 05.2024
  • Selected gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallic material to meet product specifications
  • Operated Type and Type equipment to maneuver completed units into position for installation
  • Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment
  • Used Type of equipment to fabricate Description according to production requirements
  • Used Type and Type machine tools to shape metal material over blocks and other structures
  • Ordered new materials and equipment and recorded progress of deliveries using Software and Software
  • Set up and used electric, pneumatic and hand tools
  • Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into sheet metal products
  • Measured parts using calipers, gauges and micrometers to confirm adherence to quality standards on final inspections
  • Nailed and welded pieces into place by securing paneled edges and machine-made molding to structures
  • Organized materials, maintained appropriate levels and avoided waste
  • Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials
  • Performed quality finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts
  • Inspected and tested finished products for compliance with tolerances
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor
  • Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality
  • Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties
  • Repainted and precisely touched-up components and assemblies
  • Installed protective devices such as bracing, padding, or strapping to prevent shifting or damage during shipping
  • Made and revised set ups on test strands previously calibrated by other staff
  • Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders

Equipment Operator

Ripley County Road Department
06.2016 - 09.2016
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery
  • Operated Backhoe and road grader equipment safely and efficiently with team of 8 employees
  • Moved equipment between job locations using a truck and trailer
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record
  • Kept graders and backhoe machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts
  • Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules
  • Operated and equipment to maneuver completed units into position for installation
  • Used equipment according to production requirements
  • Used and machine tools to shape metal material over blocks and other structures
  • Ordered new materials and equipment and recorded progress of deliveries
  • Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites

Fabrication Welder

Gates Rubber
05.2015
  • Fabricated steel molds for concrete, including use of hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment
  • Checked angle of pipe on angle table
  • Checked cut length frequently for any deviation in cut length specs
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams
  • Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications
  • Applied safety procedures for machines, including killswitches and pinch points
  • Conducted highly skilled special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations in power generation, aviation and space flight
  • Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding
  • Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead
  • Calibrated flow and pressure settings to build and maintain flames
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding
  • Minimized warping by using good fitting, burning and welding techniques
  • Inspected welds and checked whether critical measurements met specifications upon completion
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
  • Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding
  • Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations
  • Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and other equipment
  • Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping and reassembling parts
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues

HVAC Assistant

Hatton Heat And Air
06.2014 - 09.2014
  • Joined pipes or tubing to refrigerant and water sources to form complete circuit
  • Lubricated shafts and bearings to protect from moisture and corrosion
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance
  • Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations
  • Consulted with customers to trace malfunctions and identify root causes, completing speedy repairs to return full performance levels

Farm Hand

Herman Meloy
05.2012 - 11.2014
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision
  • Assisted farmers with feeding and watering livestock, including cows, sheep, goats and pigs
  • Determined pest and weed issues and applied pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers
  • Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil
  • Removed rocks and prepared soil for planting
  • Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix
  • Cultivated soil, sowed crops and controlled weeds by slashing or chemical spraying

Education

High School -

Naylor High Scool
Naylor, MO
05.2014

Skills

  • Fabrication
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Steel Fabrication
  • Welding
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Basic math
  • Reading comprehension
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Computer skills
  • Class A CDL
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Troubleshooting
  • Good telephone etiquette
  • Repair
  • Equipment Operation
  • Safety and compliance
  • Front end loader operations
  • Safe equipment operation
  • Routine cleaning
  • Loader controls
  • Effective communication skills
  • MIG welding
  • Grinders
  • Grinding and finishing techniques
  • Plasma cutting
  • Welding safety procedures
  • Jig fabrication
  • Parts fabrication
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Stainless steel welding
  • Flux core arc welding
  • Blueprints
  • Custom fabrication
  • Aluminum welding
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Engine repair
  • Workplace safety
  • Work order management
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulic repair
  • Hydraulic systems
  • OSHA 10 Certified
  • Air conditioning systems
  • Heating systems
  • Cooling systems
  • Parts documentation

Timeline

Maintenance Mechanic

City of Poplar Bluff Motorpool
05.2024 - Current

Tooling Fabrication

Gates Rubber
05.2017 - 05.2024

Equipment Operator

Ripley County Road Department
06.2016 - 09.2016

Fabrication Welder

Gates Rubber
05.2015

HVAC Assistant

Hatton Heat And Air
06.2014 - 09.2014

Farm Hand

Herman Meloy
05.2012 - 11.2014

High School -

Naylor High Scool

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