Roger Dunkel Jr
Elko,NV
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Driller/Ranch Hand
777 Ranch
Elko, NV
06/27/21 - Current
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Analyzed soil samples taken from the drill hole in order to determine geology information about the area being drilled into.
- Provided technical advice when needed regarding appropriate tools and techniques used in drilling operations.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating a drill rig.
- Communicated effectively with customers throughout the duration of each job.
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
- Supervised all day drilling operations and provided troubleshooting expertise.
- Managed rig move and drilling operations.
- Supervised and documented drilling operations.
- Provided quotations, managed equipment and supervised project components.
- Assisted in the daily care of livestock, including feeding and watering animals.
- Maintained fences and gates to ensure safety of animals.
- Operated tractors and farm equipment for various tasks.
- Provided medical treatments to sick or injured animals.
- Conducted regular inspections of buildings, vehicles, and grounds for needed repairs or maintenance.
- Transported feed, supplies, and livestock between locations as needed.
- Assisted with branding activities during calving season.
- Identified problems and took corrective action when necessary.
- Repaired broken fencing or other structures on the property.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies, feed., ensuring appropriate levels are maintained.
- Cleaned out tanks used for storing water or fuel on the property.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Operated ranch equipment for animal care and transport or field irrigation.
- Cared for livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
- Maintained equipment with preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Drove trucks, tractors and other equipment to distribute feed to animals.
- Patrolled holding habitats and grazing areas to monitor animal safety and make timely repairs to equipment, gates and pens.
- Marked livestock to identify ownership and grade using brands, tags or tattoos.
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
- Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration and shearing.
- Updated records with data about animal growth, feeding patterns, costs and behaviors.
- Organized new stock arrivals by size, color and age to facilitate health examinations and breeding program.
- Protected herds from predators using trained dogs.
- Broke in new horses with diligent and patient approach focused on building trust and obedience.
Water Meter Technician
City of Scottsdale Parks and Recreation
Scottsdale, AZ
09/15/07 - 01/11/13
- Performed water meter maintenance, repair and installation in residential and commercial properties.
- Inspected existing meters for accuracy and functionality.
- Repaired or replaced malfunctioning or broken meters as needed.
- Configured new meters according to customer specifications.
- Troubleshot complex issues related to metering systems and components.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Reported hazardous or unreadable meters to supervisor to resolve issues.
- Provided technical support to other technicians regarding water meter issues.
- Created detailed reports summarizing findings from inspections, tests and repairs.
- Installed various types of water meters including manual, remote read, AMR and AMI systems .
- Identified potential safety hazards associated with faulty water meters or plumbing systems.
- Responded promptly to emergency requests for assistance with water meter problems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Assisted with the installation of pipelines by using various tools and equipment such as shovels, backhoes, and augers.
- Operated heavy machinery including bulldozers, tractors, excavators, loaders, and backhoes.
- Inspected pipelines for structural integrity prior to installation or repair.
- Removed soil or debris from trenches around pipes before installing them.
- Installed valves on pipelines to regulate flow of material through them.
- Transported materials needed for pipeline construction projects to designated sites.
- Conducted tests on newly installed pipelines to check their performance.
- Helped in laying out the line of a new pipeline route according to project plans.
- Replaced corroded pipes with new ones as part of regular maintenance activities.
- Provided support services such as digging holes, mixing concrete, and compacting soil around pipes.
Mechanic
York Dodge
Prescott, AZ
1/13/13 - 04/12/17
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Adjusted vehicle components according to specifications utilizing testing equipment such as dynamometers or chassis charts.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Researched parts availability from vendors in order to complete repairs efficiently.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Educated customers about basic automotive maintenance techniques they can perform themselves at home.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Assessed vehicles or machinery to accurately diagnose and repair issues.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicles during road call situations.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Engaged with customers to determine automotive requirements and communicate vehicular defects or problems.
- Leveraged diagnostic tools and equipment to identify vehicle issues.
- Attended safety and training meetings to learn techniques to avoid injuries and mishaps.
- Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
- Completed required paperwork and delivered to customer.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new [Type] oil.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
Driller Helper Underground/Mechanic
Boart Longyear Drilling Services
Winnemucca, NV
04/25/17 - 03/19/19
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Removed core samples during drilling to determine nature of strata being drilled.
- Adhered to corporate and job site safety procedures to protect personnel and equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Performed routine maintenance on underground heavy equipment, including changing oil and filters, inspecting hoses and belts for wear and tear, and ensuring proper lubrication of all moving parts.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems in underground mining equipment using diagnostic tools such as pressure gauges and multimeters.
- Repaired or replaced faulty components in engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulic systems, drivetrains, electrical systems, fuel systems and other related components.
- Troubleshot complex issues with underground heavy equipment to determine root cause of failure.
- Disassembled malfunctioning components from heavy-duty machines for further inspection or replacement purposes.
- Tracked repairs made, labor time and parts used to calculate bill.
- Operated test meters and soldering equipment to replace electrical components and wiring.
- Communicated project status to management and customers and mentored newer mechanics in best practices.
Underground Mechanic
Swick Mining Services
Elko, NV
05/27/19 - 06/19/21
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Adjusted vehicle components according to specifications utilizing testing equipment such as dynamometers or chassis charts.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Researched parts availability from vendors in order to complete repairs efficiently.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Assessed vehicles or machinery to accurately diagnose and repair issues.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
- Engaged with customers to determine automotive requirements and communicate vehicular defects or problems.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new [Type] oil.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cortez High School
Phoenix, AZ05-2007
Skills
- Safety trained
- Backhoe Operation
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Team Supervision
- Self Motivation
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Equipment Operation
Certification
- Chrysler Academy levels 1-3 Transmissions,electrical, drive train, brakes, a/c, steering and suspention
- water distributions certification
- Trench excavation Certification
- Waste water collection
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Driller/Ranch Hand
777 Ranch
06/27/21 - Current
Water Meter Technician
City of Scottsdale Parks and Recreation
09/15/07 - 01/11/13
Mechanic
York Dodge
1/13/13 - 04/12/17
Driller Helper Underground/Mechanic
Boart Longyear Drilling Services
04/25/17 - 03/19/19
Underground Mechanic
Swick Mining Services
05/27/19 - 06/19/21
High School Diploma -
Cortez High School
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