Tyler Dixon
Buckatunna,MS
Summary
Highly driven diesel mechanic/welder/operator with hands on experience of 14 years in the oil/gas, powerplant, and marine operations. Expert in troubleshooting mechanical and electronics issues in a variety of settings and having a good safety culture and background to maximize operations and minimize downtime. Motivated to learn, grow and achieve milestones.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman/Welder/Mechanic (Generating Plant)
TEiC Construction
01.2016 - Current
- Removed, repaired, replaced valves with bolt in or weld in valves and component, low and high pressure.
- Cut out damaged tubes in boiler walls and replace with new materials according to specifications and weld in according to procedures.
- Repair and replace fluid pump packing seals.
- Turbine inspections and repair
- Completed final walk throughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Delivered project updates to project manager and detailed issues, including problems that could halt work progress
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components, equipment weighing up to 75,000 +/- lbs.
Diesel Mechanic
Lousiana Caterpillar
07.2022 - 09.2023
- perform inframe and topend overhauls on all caterpillar engines(c15,c18,c32,3500/3600 and c280)
- Diagnose, inspect, disassemble, assemble, install, and repair Caterpillar power systems equipment and engine components
- Prepare company and customer inspection appraisals reports and order replacement parts
- Prepare, inspect, operate marine engines & generators to meet customer expectations
Mechanic (Inland Production Platforms)
Quality Process Service
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on waukesha 817 and 1197 and caterpillar engines, set valves to manufacturers specifications, check and adjust timing.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical and electrical issues.
- Trouble shoot and diagnose problems with engines coolant system, drivetrain, generators and electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot and diagnosis piston pumps on SWD's, replace oil seals and other faulty parts and equipment
- Lubricate all equipment to maximize bearing and shaft life including electrical motors
- Adjust and fine tune equipment to help maximize production needs
- Conduct routine maintenance by changing oil and air filters, spark plugs, wiring, according to PM logs and hours of engine and generator
- Stock and order spare parts for inventory
- Assist electrician and operators when need on other projects
- Keep tools and work boat clean and tidy
Counter Sales Representative/ Delivery Driver
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
09.2015 - 04.2022
- Maintained clean, organized and counter space with continuous upkeep.
- Answered 25-50 telephone calls to offer information and assist with parts and tools.
- Restocked, rotated and visually merchandised products for maximum sales.
- Consulted with 25-40 customers daily to uncover unique needs and match to best-fit OEM product or after-market parts.
- Measure, cut, and crimp hydraulic fittings for customers.
- Press out and change bearings for customers using hydraulic press
- Change out oil seals and other various seals for customers in axle housings.
- Make steel hydraulic lines and brake lines using tubing benders and cutters.
Maintenance Technician/Millwright Apprentice
Hood Industries
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance on 4-6 pieces of machinery daily following all LOTO procedures.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists and PM's on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Precision alignment of shafts and pulleys for belt and chain driven machinery.
- Cut weld and fabricate materials needed to replace damaged and faulty equipment and structures.
Drilling Fluid Operator (Deepwater)
Maersk Drilling
09.2013 - 12.2016
- Mix chemicals and other additives for drilling mud and completion fluids according to client and mud engineer specifications.
- weigh mud and check viscosity at 15 minute intervals to ensure proper mud and fluid was going downhole.
- perform preventative maintenance on mud pumps, centrifugal pumps ,shakers, mix hoppers, bulk silos, air actuated valves and report and problems or repairs to supervisor.
- transfer and monitor 1,000+/- barrels of fluids to M/V, Rig Floor, Cement Units from Mud Module control room.
- Train and teach crew members how to operate mud system correct and safe way.
- Assist rig floor and other operations.
- Keep all parts of vessel clean and tidy.
Derrickhand/Floorhand (Production Platform)
Helmerich & Payne Inc
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Weighed clay and mixed with water and chemicals to make drilling mud.
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Formulated decisions on drilling practices to improve operational efficiency and prevent operational problems, including maintenance and downhole problems.
- Monitored shaker and mud tank operations, including mixing, weighing and measuring liquids and viscosity.
- Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
- Verified job safety analysis (JSA) and correctness of obtained permits prior to starting new jobs.
- Adhered to operational safety and regulatory requirements by maintaining clean and hazard-free work space.
- Assembled piping and tubular products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
Roustabout/Floorhand (Jack-Up)
Rowan Drilling
10.2011 - 08.2012
- Verified job safety analysis (JSA) and correctness of obtained permits prior to starting new jobs.
- Unloaded tubulars, drilling equipment, supplies to and from M/V to Rig.
- Make up/Break tubulars using tongs and iron roughnecks and slips.
- keep rig floor clean and make repair of all equipment and tools to ensure correct working order.
- assist shaker hand and derrickman with mixing chemical to maintain mud properties and repair of equipment
Oilfield Floorhand (Land Rigs)
RAPAD Drilling & Well Service Inc.
05.2009 - 08.2012
- perform rig up and rig down of land drilling rigs.
- make up joint of tubulars, drill collars, and downhole equipment.
- Keep Rig and Crew Trailers cleaned and organized.
- Trip in and out of hole to change out drilling bits and logging equipment.
- Assist in mixing chemical for drilling mud and making repair to mud pumps and mud mix pumps.
- move pallets of chemicals and tubulars with forklifts and stage where needed.
- Assist in mechanical and electrical repairs of drilling systems.
Education
Crane Operator Certification - Trade School
NCCOO Crane
Florida City, FL09.2020
Basic Welding And Cutting - Field Trades
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS09.2015
Diploma - General Studies
Wayne Academy
Waynesboro, MS05.2009
Skills
- engine diagnostics and troubleshooting
- engine electronics troubleshooting
- valve and pump repairs
- welding and cutting
- forklift/crane/rigging
- engine rebuilding
- Documentation and work order reporting
- team leader/safety leader
- Repair Work Orders
- Heavy Equipment Repair
Certification
- Caterpillar 3500 master engine mechanic
- Caterpillar Electronics troubleshooting
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Lousiana Caterpillar
07.2022 - 09.2023
Mechanic (Inland Production Platforms)
Quality Process Service
04.2022 - 07.2022
Maintenance Technician/Millwright Apprentice
Hood Industries
08.2021 - 11.2021
General Foreman/Welder/Mechanic (Generating Plant)
TEiC Construction
01.2016 - Current
Counter Sales Representative/ Delivery Driver
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
09.2015 - 04.2022
Drilling Fluid Operator (Deepwater)
Maersk Drilling
09.2013 - 12.2016
Derrickhand/Floorhand (Production Platform)
Helmerich & Payne Inc
08.2012 - 09.2013
Roustabout/Floorhand (Jack-Up)
Rowan Drilling
10.2011 - 08.2012
Oilfield Floorhand (Land Rigs)
RAPAD Drilling & Well Service Inc.
05.2009 - 08.2012
Crane Operator Certification - Trade School
NCCOO Crane
Basic Welding And Cutting - Field Trades
Jones County Junior College
Diploma - General Studies
Wayne Academy
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