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David Gibson

Summary

Dedicated and hardworking Boat Builder, Arborist, Truck Driver, Fitter Welder, and Automotive Engineering with over thirty two years of experience. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Enthusiastic employee eager to contribute to team success through, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any industry. Dependable professional with history of working well under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges with ease.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Boat Builder

Pinnacle Boat Limited
08.2014 - Current
  • Read and accurately interpreted blueprints to install and maintain components such as VHF radios, depth sounders and GPS navigation systems within the hull of boats.
  • Used welding equipment to fabricate, cut and bend metal components to be installed to make the boat.
  • Performed thorough, accurate and efficient repairs and preventive maintenance.
  • Completed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Arborist

Country's Power
01.2012 - 07.2014
  • Used ladders, ropes, harnesses and other protective equipment to climb trees.
  • Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
  • Maintained and operated wood chipper safely and kept equipment properly functioning.

Truck Driver

P & I Pascoe Ltd
01.2007 - 12.2012
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.

Dairy Farm Worker

Gary Robinson
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Milked 700 cows using milking machinery.
  • Completed general maintenance duties such as fencing, weed, and spraying.
  • Kept pens, stalls, and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
  • Used tractors, trucks, trailers, forklifts, and various attachments to transport animals, feed and supplies necessary for smooth and efficient farm operations.
  • Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
  • Helped with calving as required.
  • Increased milk production by implementing efficient milking techniques and maintaining a clean and organized milking parlor.

Truck Driver/Storeman

Metalcraft Roofing Ltd
01.2005 - 12.2006
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Truck Driver

P & I Pascoe Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2005
    • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
    • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
    • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
    • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.

Diesel Mechanic

Winestone's Aggregates Ltd
01.1998 - 12.1999
  • Maintained and serviced heavy machinery and quarry equipment,
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Diesel Mechanic

Downer Mining Ltd
01.1994 - 01.1998
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
  • Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
  • Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles.
  • Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.

Fitter Welder

Guardian Knights Security
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Completed welding projects using Oxy-acetylene, Arc Welding, Mig Welding, to manufacture security doors and windows.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Minimized warping using good fitting, burning and welding techniques.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.

Apprentice in Automotive Engineering

Ultra Rental Cars Ltd
01.1991 - 01.1993
    • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
    • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
    • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
    • Carried out engine tuning, preventive maintenance, lubrication, electrical and electronics and fuel systems work.

Education

High School Diploma -

De La Salle College
Auckland, NZ
02.1988

Skills

  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Reliable, punctual, motivated, and thrives on challenges
  • Have track wheels and rollers license, class 5
  • Nine years of operating a forklift in a boat yard

Interests/Activities

Martial Arts, Motorbikes, Muscle Cars, Fishing, Trucks, Heavy Machinery and playing Guitar.

Feferees

Pinnacle Boats Ltd

Alistair McEwen

021-930-446





Timeline

Boat Builder

Pinnacle Boat Limited
08.2014 - Current

Arborist

Country's Power
01.2012 - 07.2014

Truck Driver

P & I Pascoe Ltd
01.2007 - 12.2012

Dairy Farm Worker

Gary Robinson
01.2005 - 01.2007

Truck Driver/Storeman

Metalcraft Roofing Ltd
01.2005 - 12.2006

Truck Driver

P & I Pascoe Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2005

Diesel Mechanic

Winestone's Aggregates Ltd
01.1998 - 12.1999

Diesel Mechanic

Downer Mining Ltd
01.1994 - 01.1998

Fitter Welder

Guardian Knights Security
01.1993 - 01.1994

Apprentice in Automotive Engineering

Ultra Rental Cars Ltd
01.1991 - 01.1993

High School Diploma -

De La Salle College

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