Joseph Daniels Jr
Folkston
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Mechanic 2
Camden County
11.2023 - Current
- Used computer equipment, hand tools and technical skills to diagnose faults.
- Enhanced fuel efficiency by regularly monitoring tire pressure, fluid levels, and vehicle weight distribution.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex issues, resulting in faster problem resolution times.
- Developed Mechanic 1 members by providing ongoing training, mentorship, and performance feedback.
- Developed leadership skills through overseeing and providing training for Mechanic 1 employees.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks, vans, and specialized equipment.
- Boosted mechanic morale by fostering a positive work environment focused on teamwork and continuous learning opportunities.
- Ensured fleet safety by conducting thorough inspections of Ambulances and Firetrucks.
- Increased technician productivity by providing hands-on training and mentoring to Mechanic 1 employees.
- Assigned work to junior mechanics and checked quality of all repairs.
Equipment Operator and Supervisor
Spanish Creek Timber
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Inspected equipment for safety and perform necessary basic maintenance tasks before using any equipment
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Communicated with fellow crew members and operators to keep production moving.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Monitored fuel, oil, and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Performed preventative maintenance to prolong life of equipment
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors on site.
Heavy Machine Operator
RC Peeples Logging
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from vehicles and trailers.
- Inspected work areas to organize supplies, remove debris and eliminate safety hazards.
- Located parts and completed repairs and preventive maintenance with minimal oversight.
- Stacked logs onto trailers and trimmed ends.
- Lifted, moved and bunched felled trees using crawlers and tractors.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
Excavator Operator
Vallencourt Construction
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
- Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
- Coordinated machine actions with other crew member activities by positioning and moving loads to necessary locations.
- Dug ditches and trenches using trench rollers, rammers and shovels for small-scale excavations.
- Calculated slopes and grades, performed ground surveys and used pipe lasers for pipe laying.
- Performed repairs on excavator engines, throttles and pedals.
- Adhered to strict safety requirements for digging, machine operation and personal behaviors.
- Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift, turning in equipment logs to supervisor.
- Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
- Employed safe digging practices in line with machine capabilities and limitations to prevent hazards.
- Checked to make sure that trench excavations met correct depth.
- Followed standard operating procedures as guidelines for operating and maintaining vehicles.
- Followed markers, work instructions and hand signals to complete accurate work.
- Coordinated machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
- Completed shoveling at job sites to finish appearances and achieve precise specifications.
Outside Machinist
General Dynamics
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Maintained inventory of temporary and permanent hardware and various shop materials.
- Performed maintenance on Navy ships such as changing seals, greasing and general maintenance on elevator doors, side port doors, scuddles and hatches,
- Troubleshooted chains and lifts on elevator doors.
- Assisted with complete overhaul of naval ships.
- Changed and maintained oil in steering storage tanks.
- Performed pull tests with pull indicators.
- Changed transfer pumps and maintained oil filters,
- Obtained JLG license, Overhead Crane Certificate, completed OSHA 10 and firewatch and man hole training.
- Completed 18 month diesel inspection on ships port engine.
Operator/ Mechanic/ Supervisor
Pollock Logging
05.2011 - 05.2018
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
- Operated Skidder, Loader, Feller Buncher and Haul trucks safely and efficiently.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Assisted with equipment start ups and machine installation tasks.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and maintained company equipment and employees associated with it.
- Increased staff productivity with positive reinforcement and individualized attention.
- Provided ongoing mentorship to employees, promoting professional growth and development within the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charlton County High School
Folkston, GA05.2011
Skills
- Equipment Inspections
- Regulatory Compliance
- Materials Movement
- Equipment Testing
- Worksite Safety
- Equipment Repair
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- OSHA Compliance
- Equipment Cleaning
- Motivating teams
- Influencing others
- Relationship building
Timeline
Fleet Mechanic 2
Camden County
11.2023 - Current
Equipment Operator and Supervisor
Spanish Creek Timber
10.2022 - 11.2023
Heavy Machine Operator
RC Peeples Logging
07.2021 - 10.2022
Excavator Operator
Vallencourt Construction
05.2020 - 10.2021
Outside Machinist
General Dynamics
05.2018 - 05.2020
Operator/ Mechanic/ Supervisor
Pollock Logging
05.2011 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Charlton County High School
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