Travis Castilaw

• Supported sustainable logging practices by following company guidelines for selective harvesting methods.
• Navigated challenging terrain with expert driving skills, minimizing damage to the environment and truck wearandtear.
• Identified potential mechanical issues early through diligent vehicle checks, preventing costly breakdowns and delays.
• Conserved fuel costs by implementing efficient driving techniques, contributing to company savings.
• Safely transported oversized loads by adhering to permit regulations and proper securing techniques.
• Loaded and unloaded logging trucks using specialized equipment, ensuring secure transportation of cargo.
• Maintained excellent customer satisfaction by delivering logs on time and in good condition.
• Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
• Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
• Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
• Inspected load security and checked for damages.

• Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
• Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
• Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Recorded production errors, accidents and discarded pieces for supervisor review.
• Worked outside in all weather conditions.
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining productivity.

Worked in the Coker Unit at Exxon Mobil, Beaumont, Texas

• Managed 10 employees by supervising daily tasks.
• Discovered areas of improvement by generating weekly operational and sales reports.
• Applied human resources expertise to optimize hiring, training and performance.
• Trained and motivated 10 employees to perform daily business functions, including mechanical skills and improving daily operation.
• Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
• Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
• Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
• Input income and expense details into Quickbooks to track business finances and address variances.
• Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
• Led strategic initiatives, including screening, hiring and generating policy to maintain compliance with group goals.
• Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.

• Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
• Supervised 6 apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.
• Threaded pipes using piping machines.
• Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
• Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
• Utilized welding equipment and various tools to safely complete predetermined operations .
• Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws and burning torches to be performed.
• Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
• Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
• Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
• Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.

• Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for paper machine operations.
• Assessed materials, parts and final products for quality, and removed defects.
• Performed changeovers for specified machinery and retooled specifications for change in product.
• Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.
• Diagnosed problem areas and implemented repairs to paper machine equipment.