Francois Möller
11 Naude Avenue, Krugersdorp
Summary
Dependable employee diagnoses and repairs various heavy-duty equipment types and models. Performs thorough preventative maintenance and identifies opportunities for productivity improvements.
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
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Farming Specialist
CSS FARMS
Dalhart, Texas
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Kept work area organized and clean throughout the day.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols when handling power tools.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Attended conferences and seminars to keep up to date on new developments in agriculture field.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields, or prepare land for planting.
- Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
- Applied fertilizer, pesticide, and herbicide treatments to crops using hand-held or tractor-mounted sprayers.
- Organized and maintained agricultural equipment, such as tractors and harvesters.
- Followed all applicable health and safety regulations while performing duties.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors, combines, irrigation systems and other machinery.
- Operated and maintained farm machinery and equipment for planting and harvesting.
- Supported crew members in maintaining irrigation systems.
- Informed farmers or farm managers of crop progress.
- Operating GPS Tractors
- John Deere 280
- John Deere 310
- John Deere 8345R
- John Deere 410
- John Deere Sprayer 412
- John Deere Sprayer 612
- Converted John Deere 612 Spreader
- 50Ft Grain Plains wheat Planter
- 30Ft Grain Plains wheat Planter
- Coulter Chisel
- Super Coulter
- Strip - till
- Disc/Cultipacker
- Slasher
- Spreading (Gypsum/Fertilizer)
- Applying Herbicides and Fungicides
- Applying Insecticide and Acaricide
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
Monument Earthworks (Nas Hoffman - 082 451 0569)
Krugersdorp
02.2017 - 02.2024
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, and construction vehicles.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Installed and adjusted fuel injection systems and turbochargers to enhance vehicle performance.
- Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals for troubleshooting and repair purposes.
- Collaborated with team of technicians to complete projects and meet deadlines.
- Repaired machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Operating of BELL Excavator 1430
- Operating of BELL Dumper B20C
- Operating of BELL Dumper B20D
- Operating of Hitachi Excavator 330xl
- Operating of Caterpillar Dozer D6H
- Operating of Caterpiller Dozer D5H
- Operating of Mercedes-Benz Tipper Actros 3331
- Operating of Mercedes-Benz Tipper Axor 3335
- Operating of Ford 5000 Tractor
- Operating of Ford 3000 Tractor
Structural Welder
Anglo Ital Fabrications (Tony Pino - 011 494 5557)
Johannesburg
01.2011 - 08.2016
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Minimized warping using good fitting, burning, and welding techniques.
- Used MIG and TIG welding on structural supports.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
- Worked correctly with each material such as steel or aluminum.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Maintained full set of personal tools to use on jobs.
- Tested welding and safety equipment to check performance.
- Calibrated flow and pressure settings to build and maintain flames.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
- Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
- Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
- Analyzed specifications and blueprints and suggested quantities, types and sizes of materials required per job allocation.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
Construction Worker
Grobler Bouers
Johannesburg
06.2002 - 12.2010
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
- Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Assembled and disassembled scaffolding and ladders to guarantee safety of workers while performing tasks at heights.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.
- Followed blueprints and diagrams to complete projects according to specifications.
Education
Jan Viljoen
Randfontein - South AfricaSkills
- Corrective Maintenance
- Parts Reassembling
- Replacement and Repair Work
- Manual Testing
- Manual Labor
- Time Tracking
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Inspect Machinery
- Vehicle Safety
- Rebuilding Engines
- Ordering Parts
- Staff Supervision
- Project Deadlines
- Hydraulic Components
- Removing Components
- Scheduled Services
- Oil Changes
- Auto and Engine Repair
- Inspection Procedures
- Vehicle Checklists
- MIG Welding
- Maintaining Wheel Bearings
- Brake Systems
- Hydraulic Maintenance
- Suspension Work
- Brakes and Tires
- Acetylene Torches
- Services Troubleshooting
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Company Safety Standards
- Welding
- Valve Grinding and Resetting
- Basic Tools
- Weld Structures
- Heavy equipment operations
- Farm Equipment Maintenance
- Crop Planning
- General Maintenance
- Excellent Communication
- Tractor Operation
- Machine maintenance and repair
- Fertilizer Application
Additional Information
- ID Nr : 850417 5026 08 0
- DOB: 17 April 1985
- Health : Good
- Marital Status : Married
- Dependants : 3
- Drivers License : Code 10
- Passport : Yes
- Vaccinated : Yes
- Police Clearance : Yes
- I have NO Criminal Record
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Farming Specialist
CSS FARMS
02.2024 - 12.2024
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
Monument Earthworks (Nas Hoffman - 082 451 0569)
02.2017 - 02.2024
Structural Welder
Anglo Ital Fabrications (Tony Pino - 011 494 5557)
01.2011 - 08.2016
Construction Worker
Grobler Bouers
06.2002 - 12.2010
Jan Viljoen
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