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Shawn Lancaster

Panhandle

Summary

Dedicated and skilled Farm Hand at Urbanczyk Farms, adept at troubleshooting electrical failures and performing preventative maintenance. Recognized for effective communication and problem-solving abilities, enhancing operational efficiency. Proficient in engine repairs and vehicle inspections, ensuring safety and compliance with EPA regulations. Strong work ethic drives consistent achievement in challenging environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Farm Hand

Urbanczyk Farms
05.2022 - 03.2024
  • Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
  • Used effective weed control methods, promoting plant growth.
  • Transported and loaded harvested items into delivery trucks.
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
  • Tested and replaced electrical components and wiring using test meters, soldering equipment and hand tools.
  • Documented and filed records of repair work and maintenance for accurate tracking of labor hours, inventory use and equipment histories.
  • Acquired hand and power tool mastery to carry out routine and advanced repairs.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines and power tools.
  • Maintained and repaired farm machinery, systems and vehicles to keep operations smooth and efficient.
  • Analyzed machinery and tested electrical systems and wiring to identify faults and resolve issues impeding performance.
  • Performed basic welding, brazing and soldering.
  • Used hand or power tools to clean beads after welding.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Prepared materials for welding by cleaning metal surfaces with scrapers and grinders, removing tough spots.
  • Completed basic welding and cutting of metal materials to prepare components for different job requirements.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
  • Scarfed, cut, scraped, and grounded materials to prepare surfaces for welding.

Shop Hand

J&D Auto Parts / NAPA
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Constructed and dismantled components and gathered materials for repairs, maintenance, and new installations.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to load, unload, and transport items.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
  • Sourced tires to meet customer quality and budget needs.
  • Analyzed customer needs to recommend suitable tires for personalized requirements.
  • Disposed of old tires correctly, meeting safety and environmental requirements.
  • Inspected vehicle brakes, shocks and suspension systems, making repair recommendations to restore condition.
  • Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
  • Verified vehicle safety by testing batteries, performing oil changes and inspecting fluid levels.
  • Repaired tires to avoid costly replacements by patching, plugging and replacing valves.
  • Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to limit operational disruptions.
  • Assisted team by keeping shop tidy, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Flushed and refilled radiators, alternators, and transmissions.
  • Performed regular inspections of tire inventory and ordered new tires to maintain stock level.
  • Checked, installed and repaired rotors, pads, and drums.
  • Identified problems and replaced worn tires on variety of vehicles.
  • Evaluated fluid levels, battery functioning, and vehicle leaks.

Education

Automotive And High Performance Certificate - Automotive And High Performance

WyoTech
Laramie, WY
03-2025

High School Diploma -

Panhandle High School
Panhandle, TX
05-2024

Skills

  • Tire mounting and balancing
  • Engine overhauls
  • Bay maintenance
  • Electrical failure repairs
  • Courtesy inspection
  • Alignments experience
  • System repairs
  • EPA requirements
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Operating air compressors
  • Replacing filters
  • Issue resolution
  • Parts replacement
  • Calibrating instruments
  • Computer diagnostics
  • Preventive maintenance services
  • Electrical circuits diagrams
  • Customer service
  • Engine repair
  • Test analyzing
  • Rebuilding engines
  • Automotive engineering
  • Strong work ethic
  • Fuel systems
  • OSHA regulation compliance
  • Brake systems understanding
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Changing oil
  • Diagnosis and repairs
  • Drivetrain and axle installation
  • Coolant system control
  • Transmissions
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Flexible schedule

Certification

  • Certified Auto Technician
  • Certified Welder
  • Certified SnapOn

Timeline

Shop Hand

J&D Auto Parts / NAPA
04.2023 - 09.2023

Farm Hand

Urbanczyk Farms
05.2022 - 03.2024

Automotive And High Performance Certificate - Automotive And High Performance

WyoTech

High School Diploma -

Panhandle High School
Shawn Lancaster