Tye Prince
arlington,Kentucky
Summary
Experienced in operating and maintaining heavy machinery, including cranes and tractors, with a focus on safety compliance and effective teamwork. Demonstrated ability to program automated machinery and adjust settings for precision tasks, ensuring optimal performance. Proven track record in performing general maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical issues, contributing to efficient operations in various environments. Skilled in training others and maintaining accurate records to support operational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Tender (crew Leader)
Phoenix paper
Wickliffe, Kentucky
04.2019 - Current
- Programmed computers to control automated machinery.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and other equipment used to move heavy materials around the floor.
- Provided assistance to other workers when needed.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers when necessary.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery and equipment.
Farm Hand
Grogan farms LLC
Arlington, Kentucky
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Performed general maintenance tasks around farm
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
- Loaded and unloaded chemicals
- Greased and maintained equipment that I operated
- Modified equipment that I operated
- Operated wheat drills, various models of various tractors. Dozer's excavators and many attachments and implement
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
- Planted seeds according to prescribed methods of production.
- Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
Operator of Engineering
Jim Smith/Ford (Louisville)/TVA
Paducah, Kentucky
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
Irrigation Technician (foreman)
INCO AG Irrigation
Union City, Tennessee
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Kept up-to-date with industry standards related to installation techniques or safety protocols.
- Created detailed plans for new installations that included the sprinkler heads and piping systems.
- Traveled state to state with a four man crew
- Maintained accurate records of all irrigation system components, including timers, pumps, backflow preventers, pressure regulators.
- Replaced worn out parts such as pipes, fittings, valve seals, solenoids.
- Provided training sessions to clients on how to operate their own irrigation systems properly.
- Troubleshot electrical components such as wiring issues or faulty timers by using a multimeter or other testing equipment.
- Overseed employees on the crew as Foreman.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ballard Memorial High School.
Barlow, KY05-2010
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Record keeping
- Time management
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Training others
- Machine troubleshooting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Machine Tender (crew Leader)
Phoenix paper
04.2019 - Current
Farm Hand
Grogan farms LLC
06.2017 - 04.2019
Operator of Engineering
Jim Smith/Ford (Louisville)/TVA
06.2013 - 06.2016
Irrigation Technician (foreman)
INCO AG Irrigation
06.2011 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Ballard Memorial High School.