Tearance Murphy
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Skilled Trailer Technician with relevant experience in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of various types of trailers. Strengths include strong mechanical aptitude, ability to troubleshoot complex problems, and proficient use of tools and diagnostic equipment. Consistently ensure safety and reliability of trailers, resulting in minimal downtime and improved efficiency for operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Trailer Technician
Royal Bengal logistics
Lubbock, TX
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Replaced worn or damaged trailer parts with new components following manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected, diagnosed, and repaired trailer components such as brakes, suspension systems, tires, and electrical wiring.
- Repaired body damage to trailers by welding metal patches onto frames and other areas.
- Replaced defective parts or components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Identified mechanical problems in trailers using diagnostic tools such as multi-meters and computers.
- Performed routine maintenance on trailers including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and testing of safety features.
- Fabricated custom trailer parts from steel using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Installed new body panels, rails, and corners.
- Conducted troubleshooting of brakes and other system issues.
- Diagnosed electrical problems and implemented repair solutions.
- Produced hand-made parts and accurately welded different metals to connect frames, bodywork, and system components.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Installed accessories to trailers such as hitches, running boards, toolboxes, and lighting fixtures.
- Maintained detailed records of all repair work performed on each trailer unit.
- Troubleshot electrical issues in trailers using wiring diagrams and specialized test equipment.
- Adjusted trailer brakes for proper operation according to federal regulations.
Alternate Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Lubbock
06.2000 - 09.2005
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for construction projects.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as payloaders, scrapers, graders, excavators and dozers in accordance with safety regulations.
- Monitored the performance of machines during operations to identify any problems or malfunctions that may occur.
- Followed all company policies regarding the proper usage of heavy equipment.
- Maintained accurate records related to fuel consumption levels for each piece of alternate heavy equipment used.
- Moved dirt, rocks, and other materials with the use of a bulldozer or backhoe.
- Managed inventory control systems related to spare parts for various types of alternative earthmoving machines.
- Repaired minor mechanical issues on a variety of pieces of alternate heavy equipment including engines, hydraulics systems and transmissions.
- Performed preventive maintenance on heavy equipment and vehicles, including oil changes, filter replacements, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Utilized GPS systems to navigate around job sites when operating large pieces of alternate heavy equipment.
- Assisted in training new operators on how to properly operate various types of alternate heavy machinery safely and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress made on tasks throughout the day.
- Transported hazardous materials safely from one location to another using appropriate alternate heavy equipment.
- Evaluated soil conditions before operation of heavy machinery to ensure safe digging practices were followed.
- Ensured that all necessary safety precautions were taken when working with hazardous materials near moving machinery.
- Supervised personnel engaged in operating various types of alternative earthmoving machines as needed.
- Inspected work areas to ensure compliance with safety standards prior to beginning operations.
- Conducted daily pre-operational inspections on assigned alternate heavy equipment prior to use.
- Transported heavy equipment to various job sites as needed.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
- Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
- Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
- Compiled job cost estimates by determining detailed scope of projects and estimating material and labor costs.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
Education
Lro - Livestock Ranching And Landscape
Tsti Sweet Water
Sweetwater, TX05-1985
Skills
- Shop safety practices
- Fleet management
- Welding expertise
- Hydraulic systems proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Brake system maintenance
- Problem-solving capacity
- Quality control adherence
- Trailer bodywork expertise
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
- Strong work ethic
- Parts inventory management
- Preventive maintenance experience
- Continuous learning mindset
- Electrical systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Suspension repair
Timeline
Trailer Technician
Royal Bengal logistics
09.2022 - 12.2023
Alternate Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Lubbock
06.2000 - 09.2005
Lro - Livestock Ranching And Landscape
Tsti Sweet Water