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Ruan Marais

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Accomplished Diesel Technician with a proven track record at Progressive Tractor & Implement, adept in preventive maintenance and overhauling engines. Demonstrates exceptional fleet management skills and a keen understanding of ground science. Excels in diagnosing mechanical issues and improving operational efficiency, showcasing a strong blend of technical expertise and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in successful approaches for overseeing operations and assessing programs. Excellent skills in report writing, records management and problem-solving. Focused on enhancing food safety and removing unsuitable items from food supply. Scrutinizing Agricultural Inspector makes sound judgment based on facts and knowledge of products and processes. Interprets, understands and conforms to written and oral instructions. Exerts high attention to detail in various environments and temperature extremes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Diesel Technician

Progressive Tractor & Implement
12.2023 - Current
  • Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
  • Completed warranty services and submitted required paperwork.
  • Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
  • Inspected Vehicles for repair and maintenance needs.
  • Assessed engines to inform preventive maintenance work.
  • Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Executed tune-ups on diesel engines by adjusting valves and setting engine timing.
  • Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
  • Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.
  • Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.

Foreman

W&W Farms
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Harvest corps
  • Plant corps
  • Manage farm hands
  • Work with corp scouts and seeds companies
  • Watered fields approximately 3500 acres

General Laborer

Graham Farms
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Performed general farming and maintenance tasks.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
  • Watered fields
  • Drive heavy equipment

General Laborer

E&G Farms
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
  • Worked alongside staff to discuss and implement best practices and exceed team objectives.
  • Operated forklift to load and unload materials and equipment on trucks.
  • Handled supply and equipment inventories and distribution for workers.
  • Diminished workflow gaps by maintaining welded frame and steady material flow through production lines.
  • Transported heavy materials using tugs, hand trucks and pallet jacks throughout work zone.
  • Drove heavy farm equipment
  • Work with grain bins load and unloaded crops

Education

Agriculture High School
Jacopsdal South Africa

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Drivability testing
  • Inspection procedures
  • Overhauling engines
  • Fleet Management
  • Specializing in brand
  • Identification in life stock sickness
  • Injecting, branding, artificial insemination, dehorning, castrating, treating all life stock
  • Animal science
  • Ground science

Certification

Certificate- Nguni introduction course (cattle breeders society)

Diploma - Junior Boer Bok Course (SA Boer Goat Breeders Associa

SpringBok Head Course (OVK-CMW)

Languages

Afrikaans
Full Professional

Timeline

Diesel Technician

Progressive Tractor & Implement
12.2023 - Current

Foreman

W&W Farms
08.2022 - 12.2023

General Laborer

Graham Farms
01.2022 - 08.2022

General Laborer

E&G Farms
09.2021 - 01.2022

Agriculture High School
Ruan Marais