TIM RAINWATER
Elko,NV
Summary
Dedicated Mining professional specializing in the tire field for the last 20 plus years. I have a strong history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working alone or with a team under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best suit the task at hand. Iam hardworking and passionate man with strong skill set eagar to fill the position. Excellent reputation for resolving problems. A clear understanding of the required training to be considered for this position. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the unground community again.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Tire Technician Lead
Nevada Gold
Crescent Valley, NV
03.2004 - Current
- Resolved diverse range of technical issues across multiple tire systems and applications for large mining equipment
- Collaborated with supervisors to initiate and address all inquiries or technical issues concerning our mining equipment.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts, service trucks, blades, multiply loaders sizes, and full fleet of haul trucks in sizes various sizes.
- Supervised and directed crew of 3 employees in tracking of tire fatigue, pressure, tread depths and sidewall inspections on all surface equipment with tires.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Repaired punctures by locating leaks, removing embedded objects and patching holes.
- Dismounted, mounted and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Used shop machinery required for heavy and light vehicles for optimal performance.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Helped mechanics with general mechanics.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Underground Lube Technician
Barrick Gold Strike
Carlin, NV
02.2003 - 03.2004
- Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect and cool engine.
- Worked alone to making sure daily duties was performed properly.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes and other systems as part of multi-point inspection process.
- Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear.
- Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards.
Education
GED -
Elko High School
Elko, NV06.1992
Skills
- 24 years mining experience servicing mining equipment
- 20 years of strictly handling tires on a daily work basis
- 4 years running Klinge Tire Program
- Michelin OTR training
- Titan and Rimex wheel classes
- Section repair training
- Excellent Safety record
- Crew Direction
- Creative Solutions
- Company Procedure Adherence
Timeline
Tire Technician Lead
Nevada Gold
03.2004 - Current
Underground Lube Technician
Barrick Gold Strike
02.2003 - 03.2004
GED -
Elko High School
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