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Paul Ras

Pierre

Summary

Highly Motivated Committed Person Excellent organizational skills Very strong communication skills on all levels Perform very well under pressure Take initiative Excellent computer skills Work well as part of a team Willing to expand my knowledge & learn more I have vast experience in mining, construction and agg equipment.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Field tech

Morris inc Pierre SD
- Current

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Roe / S and S Farms Harrold Sd
03.2016 - 02.2019


  • Demonstrated versatility by servicing a diverse range of heavy-duty diesel equipment, including trucks, buses, construction vehicles, and agricultural machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members on complex repair projects, ensuring timely completion and optimal results.
  • Reduced downtime for fleet vehicles by providing efficient maintenance services and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by performing comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on heavy-duty diesel engines.
  • Assisted colleagues in troubleshooting challenging mechanical issues, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged skill sharing and professional growth.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the repair shop by consistently maintaining a clean, organized workspace, and participating in ongoing professional development opportunities.

Shop Tech

SJ dowling farms Murdo SD
02.2014 - 03.2016
  • Owner: Scott Dowling

Operations/ Workshop manager

Ferrochrome Furnaces
05.2009 - 02.2014
  • Implementation and maintenance of daily duties as in attendance register (staff), safety reports, shift schedules, service records appointing and training of operators
  • Maintenance of vehicles (Toyota Pickups, semis, Hitachi and cat excavator, Cat966,980,994, front end loaders, JCB Tlb, generators(500 kV Cummins,500 kV cat,1 joule Detroit), compressors (hydro vane, screw and belt drive), compressed air valves and system, electrical and water and sanitation system
  • General monthly reports and meetings
  • Drafting of yearly budgets
  • Buying and sourcing of parts
  • Overseeing the delivery of material to the allocated departments
  • Building of new compressed air lines to furnaces
  • Building of new water supply lines to furnace pump stations
  • General daily maintenance on water pipes and compressed air lines and valves
  • Reason for Leaving: Retrench
  • Reference: Jacques Bodenstein-0829413727(Financial Director) Lucas Van Der Merwe-0835557020(HR Manager)

Workshop foreman

Ventersdorp City council
04.2001 - 05.2009
  • Daily maintenance and repairs on sites
  • 24 hour monitoring and repair of equipment
  • Field service
  • Ordering of parts
  • Fault-finding on equipment
  • Training of operators
  • Managing and assigning equipment to the selected departments
  • Up holding and maintaining safety records and regulations
  • Daily site reports of equipment

Senior Superintendent water purification and sewage

Ventersdorp Town Council
03.1992 - 04.2001
  • Training personnel
  • Budget and financial reports
  • Repair and maintenance on municipal buildings
  • General Maintenance and daily running of water pump stations, water purification plant, sewage refinery plant and sewage pump stations
  • Daily maintenance and repairs on water pipes and sewage lines
  • Drafting, planning and budgeting of new water and sewer networks
  • Weekly safety inspection reports of buildings, pump stations, pumps, supply pipe lines and tools
  • Planning and building new water and sewage networks
  • Reference: Martie Smit-

Education

Medical rescue/Fireman certificate

Town Council of Venterdorp
Venterdorp

Trade Plumber

Olifantsfontein
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Heavy duty mechanic

Olifantsfontein
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Business management

Olifantsfontein
Olifantsfontein

High school - undefined

Ventersdorp
Ventersdorp
01.1990

Skills

  • System diagnostics
  • Equipment installation
  • Hardware upgrades
  • Fiber optic handling
  • Software updates
  • Wireless networking
  • Schematic interpretation
  • Electrical safety
  • Calibration techniques
  • Field repair
  • Equipment installation and repair
  • Troubleshooting systems
  • Device installation
  • System repair
  • Safety practices
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Configuring equipment
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Equipment replacement
  • Installing equipment
  • Physical strength
  • Relationship building
  • Wire splicing
  • Documenting activities
  • Documentation skills
  • Self motivation
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Computer literacy
  • Problem diagnosis
  • Professionalism
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Written communication
  • Safety procedures adherence
  • Software upgrades
  • Equipment assembly
  • Technical communication
  • Records management
  • Writing reports
  • Equipment calibration
  • Diagnosing issues
  • Circuitry testing

Timeline

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Roe / S and S Farms Harrold Sd
03.2016 - 02.2019

Shop Tech

SJ dowling farms Murdo SD
02.2014 - 03.2016

Operations/ Workshop manager

Ferrochrome Furnaces
05.2009 - 02.2014

Workshop foreman

Ventersdorp City council
04.2001 - 05.2009

Senior Superintendent water purification and sewage

Ventersdorp Town Council
03.1992 - 04.2001

Field tech

Morris inc Pierre SD
- Current

Medical rescue/Fireman certificate

Town Council of Venterdorp

Trade Plumber

Olifantsfontein

Heavy duty mechanic

Olifantsfontein

Business management

Olifantsfontein

High school - undefined

Ventersdorp

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