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Robert Shankle

Gloucester,VA

Summary

Operating Engineer with more than 4 years in heavy equipment operation. Reliable and hard working with a natural drive to succeed. Construction Equipment Operator skilled at maneuvering the heavy machinery used to construct roads, bridges and buildings. Adept at operating cranes, dump trucks,excavators loaders and backhoes. Strong interest in learning new trades.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanic

GPC
Gloucester, VA
02.2018 - Current
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of equipment using specialized tools and equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups. On diesel engines, hydraulic pumps, sump pumps, boats,
  • Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
  • Utilized specialty tools while working on equipment, including hydraulic pumps,hydraulic power units,salvage equipment,
  • Worked on multiple fadoss jobs including diamond wire saw that involved turning in time sheets time management and talking with other companies and to get the job at hand done
  • Experienced in training others how systems work and how to set them up
  • Experienced in researching parts and ordering what is needed

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Bohannon Mechanical
Shacklefords, Va
08.2017 - 02.2018
  • Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors
  • Safely used all hand and power tools, including torque wrenches
  • Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service
  • Cleaned and removed grease on engines and engine compartments using specific chemicals
  • Managed and maintained the necessary level of supplies in the shop
  • Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems
  • Disassembled engines and repaired or replaced defective parts
  • Replaced drive and hydraulic systems
  • Examined gauges and dials to verify that the testing equipment was working properly.
  • Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts.
  • Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.

Crew Leader/Equipment Operator

Country Acres Construction
Gloucester, VA
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components and equipment
  • Complied with all state plumbing codes throughout the duration of each project
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine whether the system was leaking
  • Trained and supervised all incoming employees
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems
  • Assembled and installed a variety of valves and fittings
  • Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project
  • Secured pipes to structures with clamps, brackets and hangers
  • Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting
  • Repaired steam, drainage and sewer lines
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members
  • Selected the type and size of piping required for each project
  • Prepared detailed records of all project tasks from start to finish
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.

Site Forman

Canada Company Inc
Portsmouth, Va
10.2014 - 09.2016
  • Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction
  • Coordinated utility service providers according to project schedules
  • Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings, which facilitated stronger communication and the ability to resolve critical issues
  • Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives
  • Worked with construction administration consultants to plan field observations on schedule
  • Prepared and followed through on all required punch lists
  • Oversaw the entire building turnover process, while enhancing communication between all construction management
  • Scheduled all contractors and materials deliveries.

Education

High School Diploma -

Homeschooled

Skills

  • Scaffolding
  • Safety procedures knowledge
  • Self-motivated
  • Basic math and measuring aptitude
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Start to finish home construction
  • Water and sewer pipe installation
  • Effective at multi-tasking
  • Valid Virginia driver's license
  • Capable of heavy lifting
  • Project foreman
  • Possesses a reliable vehicle
  • Works well independently
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Commercial construction
  • Power and hand tools
  • Machine servicing
  • Fall Protection Plan (FPP)
  • Excellent customer relations
  • OSHA Certified
  • Hydraulic Repair
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Work Order Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Repairs Knowledge
  • Workplace Safety
  • Maintenance and Repairs
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Component Repairs
  • Diagnostics

Timeline

Mechanic

GPC
02.2018 - Current

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Bohannon Mechanical
08.2017 - 02.2018

Crew Leader/Equipment Operator

Country Acres Construction
09.2016 - 08.2017

Site Forman

Canada Company Inc
10.2014 - 09.2016

High School Diploma -

Homeschooled
Robert Shankle