Randall Mathew Varnes
Folkston,GA
Summary
An experienced and ably qualified person capable of handling any task assigned. Never giving up and finding a solution to the most difficult problems; even after other technicians have run out of options. Finds the most cost effective way to perform work, saving money for the company. Challenges the design/installation when an obvious flaw has been discovered and works with others to resolve the mistake in the project. Always assigned as the lead Technician for the most complex jobs that arise in the department. Current employment covers experience with heavy equipment, running a trencher, pipe fitting and repairs, locating all utilities, preventative maintenance, maintaining water/wastewater treatment and pumping operations, change out fire hydrants and working with various utility companies. Inspect equipment condition and functions, interpret scope of work for task order work, follow local, state, and federal regulations concerning water and wastewater.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic Water/Wastewater Department
Jacobs (formerly Aptim)
Kings Bay, GA
11.2019 - Current
- Inspect equipment condition and functions according to company quality standards.
- Interpret scope of work details and intent for Task Order work.
- Observe local, state, and federal regulations concerning water and wastewater.
- Repairs leaks in water service lines and water mains.
- Locating underground utilities.
- Bores under roadways for water lines.
- Cleans, unstops, and maintains sewer collection system.
- Installs water meters as well as reads and logs meter activity.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Works on all types of water valves, pumps, and piping. Sizes ranging from ¾” to 16”.
- Heavy equipment operator.
- Various jobs consisted of pump alignment, troubleshooting equipment, machining equipment for proper fit, pipe fitting, and expansion joint repairs.
Mechanical Technician Water Department
City of Folkston
Folkston, GA
2014 - 10.2019
- Worked in the City water department on all types of water valves, pumps, and piping. Sizes ranging from ¾” to 10”.
- Heavy equipment operator certified in soil erosion management.
- Various jobs consisted of pump alignment, unwiring of electrical switches, troubleshooting equipment, train junior personnel (OJT) as needed, machining equipment for proper fit, pipe fitting, and expansion joint repairs.
- Maintain and keep up with the daily functioning of the water towers and wells.
- Evaluate repairs performed by co-workers and myself.
Fiber Optic Sub-contractor
Got to Go Inc
Folkston, GA
2012 - 2014
- Daily duties include burying fiber optic and copper telephone cable.
- Inspect, fix and repair water lines.
- Directional boring and water jetting.
- Responsible for maintaining tractor, trailer, and personal vehicle.
Mechanical Technician Water Department
City of Folkston
Folkston, GA
2001 - 2012
- Worked in the City water department on all types of water valves, pumps, and piping. Sizes ranging from ¾” to 10”.
- Heavy equipment operator certified in soil erosion management
- Various jobs consisted of pump alignment, unwiring of electrical switches, troubleshooting equipment, train junior personnel (OJT) as needed, machining equipment for proper fit, pipe fitting, and expansion joint repairs
- Maintain and keep up with the daily functioning of the water towers and wells.
Pizza Delivery Driver
Mikey's Pizza
Folkston, GA
1998 - 2002
- Responsible for timely delivery, financial accountability, and safety.
Mechanic
Pro Auto Care & Transmission
Folkston, GA
2000 - 2001
- General automobile maintenance, oil changes, brakes, hoses, radiator, timing belts, etc.
Education
GED -
Okefenokee Technical College
Waycross, GA2001
Skills
Maintenance Tools and Shop Equipment: Surface Grinders, Pedestal drilling machines, Oxy Acetylene rig, welder, Rigid pipe threader, Vertical & horizontal band saw, Lathes, Drill presses, Various tooling associated with maintenance repairs
Mechanical: Able to troubleshoot, inspect, dismantle, repair and assemble high speed process equipment Perform motor, gear box and pump conventional alignment Pump and gear box changes and pipe fitting and expansion joint installations
Misc: Heavy equipment operator, able to drive GVWR of 26,000 pounds (dump truck, sewer vac, etc), use various analysis/test equipment, Interpret "as built" drawings, placement, and flow direction of municipal water systems Observe analysis, hazard identification, protective systems and trench shoring
Certification
Level 1B Soil Erosion Certification through Georgia Soil & Water Conservation Commission
Confined Space Qualification
Competent Person Training in OSHA standards (Excavations), Soil Identification, Soil Analysis, Hazard Identification, Protective Systems and Trench Shoring.
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic Water/Wastewater Department
Jacobs (formerly Aptim)
11.2019 - Current
Mechanical Technician Water Department
City of Folkston
2014 - 10.2019
Fiber Optic Sub-contractor
Got to Go Inc
2012 - 2014
Mechanical Technician Water Department
City of Folkston
2001 - 2012
Pizza Delivery Driver
Mikey's Pizza
1998 - 2002
Mechanic
Pro Auto Care & Transmission
2000 - 2001
GED -
Okefenokee Technical College
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