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Wes Tolle

Austin,TX

Summary

Hardworking Field Service Engineer offering proven expertise in equipment repair. Accomplished in planning and carrying out complex installation, repair and maintenance work. Runs successful field projects with maximum quality and client satisfaction.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Associate

Tesla GigaFactory
07.2022 - 02.2023
  • Supports quality control by inspecting finished products and identifying errors
  • Promotes production safety by consistently following OSHA guidelines and company requirements
  • Supports efficient production operations by cross-training in multiple roles
  • Uses a variety of tools and software on the production line to assist in meeting demand.
  • Exceeded performance goals, consistently completing assigned tasks ahead of schedule without compromising on quality or safety standards.

Operations and Recruiting Coordinator

KNA Solutions
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Coordinated candidate interviews with hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and efficient interview process for all parties involved.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Improved candidate experience by providing timely updates throughout the recruitment process, resulting in positive feedback from applicants.
  • Worked with recruiting teams and human resources representatives to accomplish hiring objectives.
  • Coordinated and attended job fairs to expand company presence and attract qualified candidates for open positions.

Operations Manager

Move Solutions
04.2018 - 08.2019
  • Analyze expenditures and other financial information to develop plans, policies, or budgets for increasing profits or improving services
  • Set operations policies and standards, including determining safety procedures for the handling of dangerous goods
  • Plan, organize, or manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements
  • Negotiate and authorize contracts with equipment and materials suppliers, and monitor contract fulfillment
  • Collaborate with other managers or staff members to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, or objectives
  • Monitor spending to ensure that expenses are consistent.

Energy Inspector

ATS Engineering
02.2016 - 09.2018
  • Inspect or evaluate building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or process systems to determine the energy consumption of each system
  • Perform tests such as blower-door tests to locate air leaks
  • Educate customers on energy efficiency or answer questions on topics such as the costs of running household appliances or the selection of energy efficient appliances
  • Calculate potential for energy savings
  • Prepare job specification sheets for home energy improvements, such as attic insulation, window retrofits, or heating system upgrades
  • Identify opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, or energy efficiency of building or process systems
  • Analyze technical feasibility of energy saving measurers using knowledge of engineering, energy production, energy use, construction, maintenance, system operation, or process systems.

Field Service Engineer

Navistar Inc
07.2012 - 05.2015
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports
  • Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using drafting tools or computer-assisted design (CAD) or drafting equipment and software
  • Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles
  • Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information
  • Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions
  • Conduct research that tests or analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, or performance of equipment, components, or systems
  • Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew
  • Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications and necessity of modification
  • Develop, coordinate, or monitor all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, or operation of product designs
  • Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
  • Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, or other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, or maintenance requirements of designs or applications
  • Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects
  • Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems or needs.

Sales and Marketing Business Consultant

MSA Inc
02.2011 - 11.2012
  • Made initial contact with potential clients across a broad sector of research, development, test and evaluation
  • Provided expert advice in the areas of behavioral scientists, mathematicians, physical scientists (physicists, chemists and mechanical engineers) and must continuously probe the military development commands for potential business
  • Was also available as an expert on soldier survivability specifically for wheeled and tracked vehicles, and self-propelled howitzer systems
  • Marketed areas included: Fort Bliss and Fort Hood, Texas; and Fort Huachuca, Arizona.

General Mechanic, OA/QC Lead, Operations Lead

BAE Systems
01.2008 - 12.2011
  • Deployed five separate times for BAE Systems in support of the field upgrades and general maintenance of U.S
  • Army Bradley Fighting Vehicles and the MRAP vehicles
  • Responsibilities included installing field kits to further enhance the performance and survivability of the equipment and crews
  • Advancement in role/position allowed mastery of building team camaraderie and provided an opportunity to utilize leadership capabilities on projects others found too difficult to procure
  • Provided leadership and found ways to get the projects done with the greatest efficiency while keeping cost at a minimum
  • Learned to consistently thrive in challenging and harsh work environments
  • While in this position, was able to advance from general mechanic to quality assurance and quality control lead to operations lead.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Technical Management/Project Management

DeVry University
Lisle, IL
05.2015

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Computers and Software
  • Management and Leadership skills: Impact and Influence
  • Project timeline Management
  • Safety management
  • Problem-solving
  • Strong communication
  • Repair equipment
  • Equipment Operation
  • Safety Management
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Materials Management
  • Assembly and production

Hobbies and Interests

I enjoy all sports (playing and watching), live music. As well as working in my woodworking shop. I also enjoy giving back especially to our warriors who've sacrificed a lot.

Timeline

Production Associate

Tesla GigaFactory
07.2022 - 02.2023

Operations and Recruiting Coordinator

KNA Solutions
08.2019 - 07.2021

Operations Manager

Move Solutions
04.2018 - 08.2019

Energy Inspector

ATS Engineering
02.2016 - 09.2018

Field Service Engineer

Navistar Inc
07.2012 - 05.2015

Sales and Marketing Business Consultant

MSA Inc
02.2011 - 11.2012

General Mechanic, OA/QC Lead, Operations Lead

BAE Systems
01.2008 - 12.2011

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Technical Management/Project Management

DeVry University

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