Wyatt Raymond
Hankamer
Summary
I am an experienced safety technician with extensive knowledge of turnaround operations, job processes, and routine maintenance. I also have credible experience as a boilermaker during major refinery processes. I am able to assess and address potential hazards, interpret work orders and apply information to project needs. Promote safety in every task. Sharp and highly trained with desire to work within the field sector. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Adaptable worker with understanding of GPS systems and how to maintain detailed records of both repairs needed and projects completed. Team-player with exceptional multitasking strengths.
Innovative professional with many years of experience. Perform detailed inspections and maintain efficiency after long hours of work. Adept at accurately and efficiently repairing railway components.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Railroad Track Laborer
Ironhorse Railroad Contractors
07.2024 - Current
- Repaired or replaced damaged railroad ties utilizing jackhammers, crowbars, pickaxes, and other tools.
- Attached cables between two pieces of the track in order to provide electrical connection for trains passing through.
- Adjusted switch points according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times while working onsite near active train lines.
- Inspected railroad track and components for defects, such as broken ties, misaligned rails, and deteriorated ballast.
- Cleared debris from railroad tracks using shovels, rakes and brooms.
- Conducted visual inspections on various parts of the train system such as switches, signals and crossings.
- Assisted in installation of new crossties by hand-digging holes for them to be placed into.
- Performed routine maintenance on all types of mechanical devices used in track construction projects.
- Maintained work area cleanliness while performing various tasks on the tracks.
- Used power tools to cut away old railway ties when needed.
- Installed new rail sections with the help of a crane operator and ensured proper alignment with adjacent sections.
- Operated equipment including hydraulic jacks, drills, grinders, saws and impact wrenches to repair track beds and structures safely.
- Reshaped worn or damaged railroad switch points with portable power grinders.
- Verified leveling indicator arms to align tracks.
- Adjusted previously laid track parts to promote long-term maintenance objectives and maintain safety targets.
Boilermaker
Altairstrickland
05.2015 - Current
- Cut materials to size with torches and hand tools.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Cleaned boiler firetubes with wire brushes to remove soot deposits after shutdowns.
- Constructed steel structures according to blueprints provided by engineers.
- Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other heavy metal fabrications.
- Studied blueprints to determine locations, relationships, and dimensions of parts.
- Analyzed specifications, diagrams and blueprints for each job.
- Cut, formed and welded steel to make and repair metal components.
- Opened, cleaned and repaired pressure vessels.
- Read and understood drawings and used mathematical calculations for accurate results.
Safety Supervisor
ALTAIRSTRICKLAND
11.2016 - 06.2022
- Implement and maintain safety regulations on site during refinery processes
- Conduct daily safety meetings with crews involving potential hazards
- Implement hazard awareness procedures and job safety analysis training
- Perform daily job reviews and safety adults to ensure safe work environments
- Evaluate JSA's from all job sites
- Maintain safety practices that conform to all OSHA standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Construction Science
Blinn College
Bryan, TXSkills
- Demolition and dismantling
- Material prepping
- Repair work
- Rigging
- Installation and inspection
- Cutting and threading
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Welding
- Precision measuring
- Heavy Lifting
- Blueprint Reading
- Metal cutting
- Skid steer, forklift, JLG equipment operations
- Safety Procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Pipe cutting
- Pipefitting
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Construction experience
- Worksite preparation
- Safety Regulations
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Excellent Communication
- Grinder operation
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Rail clippers
- Rail saws
- Backhoe operator
- Hand tool proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Equipment operation
- Heavy machinery operation
- Hand tool usage
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Pneumatic tool operation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
Awards
- NCEER Certified Construction Site Safety Technician, 12/2018
- NCEER Certified Construction Site Safety Supervisor, 12/2018
Certification
NCCER Site safety Supervisor certification
NCCER Site Saftey Technician certification
Timeline
Railroad Track Laborer
Ironhorse Railroad Contractors
07.2024 - Current
Safety Supervisor
ALTAIRSTRICKLAND
11.2016 - 06.2022
Boilermaker
Altairstrickland
05.2015 - Current
Associate of Science - Construction Science
Blinn College
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