Zebulan Ledbetter
Brookings
Summary
Diligent Truck Shop Foreman with strong background in managing daily operations and team coordination. Successfully led various shop projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards. Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting mechanical issues and improving workflow efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Shop Foreman
South Coast Lumber
12.2023 - 07.2025
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
- Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring all projects met or exceeded company and client expectations before final delivery.
- Increased shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and organizing work areas.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects and smooth communication between teams.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management regarding shop updates, challenges faced, and potential opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Supervised all aspects of project completion from initial planning stages through final execution, meeting or exceeding client expectations consistently.
- Provided training, coaching and support of staff members, resulting in elevated individual performance to boosted service standards.
- Fostered a strong team dynamic by promoting trust, open communication, and collaborative problem solving among team members.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential hires and selecting qualified candidates to join the team.
- Managed resources, materials, systems maintenance, regulatory compliance, schematics implementation and proper documentation of orders, operations, schedules and evaluations.
- Continuously updated technical knowledge through attending industry workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay abreast of new trends or advancements in technology relevant to our field of expertise.
- Organized training on new software tools to increase productivity. Such as Cummins Insite, Jaltest, Navistar, Bendex , and Service Advisory
Field Service Technician
Pape Material Handling
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism in all interactions with clients, consistently receiving positive feedback for exceptional service.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Streamlined service processes, documenting repair procedures and creating comprehensive reports for each job completed.
- Facilitated smooth installations, ensuring proper setup and configuration of new equipment at customer sites.
- Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
- Enhanced system performance through troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing complex electronic and mechanical systems. Using PC service tool, ZF testman, Cummins Insite, Onesource
- Maintained company field response vehicle stocked with repair and replacement parts
- Operated heavy equipment
- Welding and fabrication on machinery when needed
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
F/V Sherly Rae
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Displayed strong interpersonal skills by communicating effectively with captains, supervisors, and crew members to address concerns and coordinate activities on deck.
- Contributed to sustainable fishing practices by adhering to regulations and guidelines for catch quotas.
- Helped preserve the quality of caught fish through proper handling techniques during storage and transport processes.
- Recognized for consistently maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic during long hours at sea in challenging conditions.
- Participated in emergency drills to maintain crew preparedness for potential emergencies or hazards on board.
- Optimized payload capacity by efficiently loading and unloading cargo according to instructions from supervisors or captains.
- Ensured a clean and organized work environment by regularly cleaning decks, sorting fish, and storing equipment properly.
- Gained proficiency in operating various types of deck machinery including winches, cranes, and hydraulic systems used for fishing operations.
- Collaborated with fellow crew members to coordinate efficient hauling of nets, lines, and traps during busy fishing periods.
- Reduced downtime between hauls by quickly repairing damaged nets or replacing worn-out equipment as needed.
- Measured catches and released fish that failed to meet jurisdiction's or captain's size requirements.
- Operated machinery to hoist captured fish onto boats.
- Sorted and cleaned fish and stored in refrigerated or ice-filled holds to prevent spoilage.
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
F/V Sea Hunter
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Improved efficiency on the vessel by maintaining essential fishing gear and equipment.
- Prioritized personal safety along with fellow crew members'' wellbeing by following established protocols regarding protective gear usage, hazard awareness, and injury prevention.
- Increased catch rates through expert deployment of various fishing methods, such as longlining, trawling, and gillnetting.
- Leveraged nets of various sizes, fishing lines and traps to catch fish.
Commercial Fisherman Deckhand
F/V Rouge
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Continuously improved personal skills and knowledge in the fishing industry by seeking feedback, learning from experienced crew members, and staying current with industry trends.
- Maintained efficient gear deployment for optimal fish harvesting results.
- Collaborated effectively with diverse groups of crew members from various backgrounds, fostering teamwork in pursuit of shared goals.
- Facilitated smooth unloading process at port, coordinating efforts with dockworkers for a quick turnaround time.
Commerical Fishing Deckhand
F/V Jeannie 2
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.
Millwright
Rough and Ready Lumber
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
Oiler
Newman Minerals
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Greased bearings, chains, and shafts.
- Assisted crew members during emergency situations, demonstrating quick thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Checked machines and components for malfunctions and maintenance needs.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, ensuring that all components of machinery were functioning properly and effectively.
- refueled all equipment
Wet Mill Operator
Unimin Corporation
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of milling machines as required based on production needs.
- Gained expertise in multiple areas of mill operations, allowing for seamless transitions between roles when needed due to absences or personnel changes.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing mill settings and implementing preventative maintenance procedures.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles into daily routines, reducing waste while maintaining high-quality outputs.
- Operated machinery in the production and separation of minerals in silica sand
- Handled hazardous chemicals to extract minerals from silica sand
Education
GED -
Black River Technical
Pocahontas, AR05-2007
Skills
- Safety management
- Workplace safety
- Safety awareness
- Task delegation
- Fabrication skills
- Equipment operation
- Deadline management
- Job estimating
- Agricultural machinery servicing
- Air, hydraulic, and wet brake repair and maintenance
- automotive fuel pressure gauges
- automotive smoke machines
- ECU calibrations on peterbuilt and kenworth
- VSM Calibrations through PC service tools
- Connecting rod repair
- Construction machinery repair and maintenance
- Use of computer diagnostic tools such as Cummins Insite, Navistar, PC service tool, Bendix ACom, Jaultest, ZF testmen, Hydraulic User Interface, Service Advisory
- Cylinder head repair
- Diesel engine repair, fabrication and maintenance
- Hydraulic control valve diagnostics and repair
- Forklift maintenance and repair
- Building Hydraulic hoses
- Engine R&R and inframe engine rebuilds on X15s and ISXs Cummins
- Transmission R & R and maintenance
- Vehicle Drive train and suspension component diagnostics and R & R
Certification
- CMT - Certified Maintenance Technician, October 1, 2021
- Hyster FT Product-3000-7000 Forklift, October 14, 2021
- S50CT/ H50CT Forklift, November 3, 2021
- CST- Certified Service Technician, November 3, 2021
- H40-60XT Forklift, November 4, 2021
- Hyster FT product- 8000-12000 Forklift, November 11, 2021
- Genie Tech Pro Forklift Basic Electrical Training, December 9, 2021
- Genie Tech Pro Forklift Basic Hydraulic Training, December 9, 2021
- Hyster FT Product-13500-15500 Forklift, January 2, 2022
- Hyster FT Product- 17000-19000 Forklift, January 3, 2022
- Hyster H190-360XD Forklift, May 26, 2022
- Hyster Forklift Brake Systems, October 26, 2022
- Hyster Forklift Drivetrain Systems, December 14, 2022
- Hyster Forklift Service-Engine Systems, November 10, 2023
- 2024 HY Shield Maintenance Technician Forklifts, November 27, 2023
- Cummins Insite/ Aftertreatment Training, February 8, 2024
- Cummins ISX15 Familiarization Training, October 16 2024
Timeline
Truck Shop Foreman
South Coast Lumber
12.2023 - 07.2025
Field Service Technician
Pape Material Handling
09.2021 - 12.2023
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
F/V Sherly Rae
12.2020 - 07.2021
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
F/V Sea Hunter
06.2019 - 08.2019
Commercial Fisherman Deckhand
F/V Rouge
12.2017 - 07.2019
Commerical Fishing Deckhand
F/V Jeannie 2
12.2016 - 07.2017
Millwright
Rough and Ready Lumber
01.2015 - 08.2015
Oiler
Newman Minerals
05.2014 - 01.2015
Wet Mill Operator
Unimin Corporation
07.2013 - 03.2014
GED -
Black River Technical
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