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Shawn Nowlin

Steele

Summary

Possess specialized skills in preventative maintenance, equipment repair, and safety compliance. Excel at team leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring smooth operations and workplace safety. 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.

Maintenance Worker with a proven track record in maintaining and repairing various equipment. Proficient in performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and completing repairs efficiently. Skilled in a variety of maintenance tasks.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Farmer

Self employed farmer
Steele
03.2007 - Current
  • Irrigated crops manually or using automated systems such as pivots or sprinklers.
  • Analyzed weather forecasts and determined the best times for planting and harvesting operations.
  • Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
  • Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to verify proper sunlight and growth.
  • Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
  • Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
  • Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
  • Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with clients.
  • Conducted soil tests to determine nutrient levels; added fertilizers or amendments as needed.
  • Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
  • Coordinated position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
  • Monitored crop growth and health, implementing interventions as needed.
  • Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farm.
  • Set up and operated irrigation equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers to crops.
  • Managed crop production operations, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
  • Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems, and farming processes.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm machinery and equipment.
  • Planned and implemented crop rotation schedules to maximize soil fertility.
  • Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver products to markets or storage facilities.
  • Planned harvest and planting schedules.
  • Monitored growth of crops and weeds, applying herbicides as needed.
  • Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
  • Positioned and monitored plant irrigation systems.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
  • Serviced John Deere, Case IH, Peterbilt, Freightliner.
  • Calibrated all equipment.
  • Led and coordinated up to twelve employees.
  • Set up all computers for steering, and documented every piece of equipment worked on.

Mobile Maintenance Shift Mechanic

Nucor Steel Arkansas
Blytheville
03.1999 - 04.2013
  • Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Certified and worked, troubleshot, repaired, and serviced EMD locomotives, Komatsu's, Taylor forklifts, Cat forklifts, from 2,000 lb capacity to 20,000 lb lifts, Bobcat skid steers, SkyTrack lifts, Genie, JLG, Grove manlifts, Grove RT crane 60 ton, and UTVs-mules.
  • Serviced mill vehicles and backup generators.
  • Assisted the Crain crew with the overhead cranes.
  • Welding: stick wire and cutting torch.

Operator

Nucor Steel Arkansas
Blytheville
12.1996 - 03.1999
  • Operated a Komatsu, unloaded scrap, and loaded scrap buckets.
  • Assisted with mobile maintenance in my spare time.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Pemiscot
Steele
05-1986

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Farmer

Self employed farmer
03.2007 - Current

Mobile Maintenance Shift Mechanic

Nucor Steel Arkansas
03.1999 - 04.2013

Operator

Nucor Steel Arkansas
12.1996 - 03.1999

High School Diploma -

South Pemiscot

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