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Bobby Wauneka

Fort Defiance

Summary

Dynamic Operator Technician with Georgia-Pacific, skilled in machine operation and mechanical troubleshooting. Achieved production goals through proactive problem-solving and enhanced safety standards. Proven ability to train new hires and implement improvements, minimizing downtime and waste. Adaptable and committed to maintaining high-quality output in fast-paced environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator Technician

Georgia-Pacific
04.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in achieving production goals by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality output.
  • Enhanced safety standards by strictly adhering to company guidelines and conducting thorough equipment inspections.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining productivity.
  • Increased overall equipment effectiveness by identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Operated various types of machinery proficiently, adapting quickly to new technologies as they were introduced in the workplace.
  • Minimized unplanned downtime by proactively identifying potential issues and taking preventive measures accordingly.
  • Supported new hires in learning the job, providing guidance on proper operation techniques and safety precautions.
  • Reduced waste generation through careful monitoring of material usage and implementing recycling initiatives where possible.

Structural Welder

Matrix Services Inc.
04.2014 - 04.2022
  • Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing challenging projects that required diverse welding methods and materials expertise.
  • Kept work area clean and organized.
  • Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations during all welding activities.
  • Worked a lot on storage tanks, repairs and update. Worked inside storage tank farms and working inside refinerys.

Transload Operator

Ash Grove Cement
01.2012 - 04.2014
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by monitoring and adjusting railcar loading equipment as needed.
  • Upheld environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials and adhering to best practices for spill prevention and control.
  • Provided comprehensive training for new team members, equipping them with essential skills for job success.
  • Streamlined communication between departments through clear reporting channels, fostering collaboration across teams.
  • Managed hazardous materials according to regulations, reducing risk exposure for employees and maintaining compliance with industry standards.
  • Monitored switching operations, providing safe movement of freight cars.
  • Followed current orders to smoothly couple, uncouple and switch rail cars.

Wildland Firefighter

B.I.A Forestry
01.2002 - 10.2012
  • Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
  • Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
  • Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
  • Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
  • Mitigated environmental impact of wildfires by implementing soil erosion prevention techniques during fireline construction.
  • Contributed to successful firefighting operations by maintaining optimal physical fitness and mental preparedness.
  • Collaborated with interagency partners to share resources, knowledge, and strategies for more effective wildfire response.
  • Supported incident management teams with accurate mapping, GPS tracking, and real-time information sharing.
  • Boosted situational awareness among firefighters through consistent monitoring of weather conditions and fire behavior patterns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Window Rock High School
Fort Defiance, AZ
05-1992

No Degree - Welding

Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK
03-2014

Skills

  • Machine operation
  • Control systems
  • Welding techniques
  • Electrical systems
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Instrumentation calibration
  • Materials handling
  • Troubleshooting
  • Problem-solving
  • Hand and power tools
  • Forklift operation

Timeline

Operator Technician

Georgia-Pacific
04.2022 - Current

Structural Welder

Matrix Services Inc.
04.2014 - 04.2022

Transload Operator

Ash Grove Cement
01.2012 - 04.2014

Wildland Firefighter

B.I.A Forestry
01.2002 - 10.2012

High School Diploma -

Window Rock High School

No Degree - Welding

Tulsa Welding School

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