Zachary Smith
West Union,SC
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Duke Energy Contract Worker
Bad Creek Hydro Station
Salem, SC
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Buss and Breaker
Boat Mechanic
Strickland Marine
Seneca, SC
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Tested engines, transmissions, rigging, propellers, navigational and related systems to diagnose malfunctions.
- Mounted motors to boats and operated boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
- Removed and either repaired or replaced parts gears, magneto points, piston rings and spark plugs to correct malfunctions.
- Idled motors and observed thermometers to determine effectiveness of cooling systems.
- Completed regular maintenance and service through oil changes, gear lubrication and winterizing.
- Adjusted generators and replaced faulty wiring using hand tools and soldering irons.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Farm Helper
Oliver Farms
Walhalla, SC
02.2016 - 08.2018
- Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals.
- Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
- Plowed and tilled fields to prepare soil for crop planting.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
- Watered and fertilized crops to promote growth for harvests.
- Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Cultivated soil to refine and prepare for planting.
- Checked fields to prepare land for tilling and spring planting.
- Identified pests, weeds and plants to select appropriate pesticides and fertilizers.
- Assisted in breeding procedures for various farm animals.
- Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
- Examined animals to detect illness or injury.
- Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales and enclosures.
- Sprayed fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects and fungus.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walhalla High School
Walhalla, SC05.2017
Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Hamilton Career Center
Seneca, SCSkills
- Planning & organizing
- Good work ethic
- Team building
- Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Critical thinking
- Analytical
- Reliable & trustworthy
Timeline
Duke Energy Contract Worker
Bad Creek Hydro Station
05.2022 - 06.2022
Boat Mechanic
Strickland Marine
07.2018 - 12.2021
Farm Helper
Oliver Farms
02.2016 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Walhalla High School
Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Hamilton Career Center