William Walker
Converse,LA
Summary
Looking to work in a place that promotes safety first. Will bring good work ethics, safety conscious mind and willingness to do a quality job.
Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with expertise in data analysis, project management, and process improvement. Adept at troubleshooting and resolving complex issues. Skilled in developing and implementing innovative strategies to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LUC ASSISTANT LINE TENDER
Boise Cascade
08.2020 - Current
- Grease machine and preform preventive maintenance
- Inspect machines for damaged/loose components
- Use rolling stock to clean and help production
- Clean photo eyes and lasers to assist machines with production
- Operate debarker and saw system
- Fill out required shift reports
WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC (91B)
Louisiana National Guard
11.2012 - Current
- Tested electronic computer components in automobiles to verify proper operation
- Used charts, technical manuals and experience
- Followed checklists to complete inspections of brake and fuel systems
- Troubleshooted fuel, ignition and emissions controlled systems, using electronic testing equipment
- Aligned wheels and steering mechanisms using alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines
- Maintained cleanliness of work area
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle repairs and parts inventory, streamlining the ordering process for replacement components.
- Ensured mission success by maintaining and repairing critical support vehicles such as ambulances, cargo trucks, and fuel tankers.
- Sustained vehicle functionality during deployments by performing field expedient repairs under challenging conditions.
- Increased unit readiness by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical issues promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the recovery of damaged or disabled vehicles during training exercises and missions, minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to complete complex repairs, improving teamwork and communication within the unit.
- Mentored junior mechanics in proper repair techniques and procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Performed semi-annual and annual unscheduled services on line haul,offroad,and industrial vehicles.
CHIPPER OPERATOR
Weyerhauser
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Watch over chipper infeed belts and outfeed chains
- Watch over bark system infeed and outfeed
- Assist with changing chipper knives and lillypad chipper knives
- Unjam bark hog hammers
- Clean area and dispose of metal banding
- Fill out required shift report
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Jody's Dozer Service
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Performed regular maintenance and cleaning of machines
- Completed minor repairs and modifications to equipment as needed
- Followed work instructions and communicated with supervisors to verify proper execution of job tasks
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks and staged for use in construction projects
- Operated excavators, dozers, front-end loaders, and backhoes with precision
Education
No Degree - Recovery Operations
Army School of Ordinance
Fort Indian Town Gap,pensylvania03-2023
CERTIFICATION IN WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC -
Army School Of Ordnance
Fort Lee, VA12.2014
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Converse High School
Converse, LA03.2014
Skills
- Operate cranes
- Operate skid steers
- Operate front end loaders
- Operate dozers
- Operate trackhoes
- Certified mechanic
- Document preparation
- Teamwork and coordination
- Defects identification
References
- Bryan Bridges, Boise Cascade, Cat 950 Operator Coworker, (318) 332-6362, bryanbridges91@gmail.com
- Joseph Courtney, Marshal Pottery, Millwright Former Co Worker, (318) 871-0879, josephcourtney1992@gmail.com
- Richard Reeves, U.S. ARMY, Federal Technician Former Co Worker, (870) 904-2228, richardreeves1975@gmail.com
Timeline
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army
06.2023 - 04.2024
LUC ASSISTANT LINE TENDER
Boise Cascade
08.2020 - Current
CHIPPER OPERATOR
Weyerhauser
01.2018 - 06.2020
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Jody's Dozer Service
01.2015 - 12.2017
WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC (91B)
Louisiana National Guard
11.2012 - Current
CERTIFICATION IN WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC -
Army School Of Ordnance
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Converse High School
No Degree - Recovery Operations
Army School of Ordinance
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