James E. Coogler
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• A results-driven professional with experience leading people, implementing and overseeing programs.
• An excellent and persuasive communicator, able to convey concepts with clarity and directness
• Proven ability to prioritize and delegate tasks, manage time, set and achieve goals, meet deadlines and maintain budgets
Key Skills
Custom Knife fabrication
Highly self-motivated
Excellent analytical skills Extensive Knowledge of heavy equipment
Broad range of knowledge and skills
Problem solver Budgeting & Cost Controls
Organized
Crew Supervision
Employer Summary
MECHANIC-GOODYEAR TIRES-HOUSTON, TX (6/1991 TO 4/1992)__SUPERVISOR: MARILYN WITT____________
• Automotive mechanical diagnosis
• Problem-solving and repair automotive
• Maintains an organized and neat bay
• Brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems
LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER-PORT TERMINAL RAILROAD-HOUSTON, TX (4/1992 TO 2005)____________________
SUPERVISOR: GREG MAZZENTINI
• Drive diesel locomotive
• Interpreting train orders, train signals and railroad rules and regulations
• Transport freight
• Ensure departure time from station or terminal is in accordance with time schedule
• FRA-Certified
OWNER-CNC BLADEWERKZ-SPLENDORA, TX (2005-PRESENT)_¬¬_______________________________________
• Fabricate/create custom knives by using equipment to clean, prepare, cut, burn and weld pieces; setting-up and measuring assemblies
• Continuously learn new dynamic techniques in order to stay abreast with technology
• High level of motivation, energy and a customer-focused attitude
• Develop welding projects and analyzing customer’s needs
• Troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies and performing preventative maintenance
LEAD MECHANIC-TURNER INDUSTRIES-CONROE, TX (10/2010-PRESENT)_SUPERVISOR: JAMES CLARK_______
• Automotive mechanical diagnosis
• Problem-solving and repair automotive
• Maintains an organized and neat bay
• Brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems
• Maintain heavy equipment; Welding machines, golf carts, fork lifts, backhoes, man lifts, welders, fire pumps, etc.
Personal Strengths
• Strong team player, who motivates and helps others, while achieving company goals
• Quick to accept and adapt to new responsibilities
• Self-motivated and dependable
• Able to operate and maintain heavy equipment; Forklift, Mig Operator, Backhoe & Track hoe Operator
• Excellent analytical skills
Education
New Caney ISD
*REFERENCE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST