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Joshua Dekock

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Gas Pipefitter Apprentice of 4 years looking to expand his knowledge and career by joining a Corrosion Team. I am a very hands-on person who loves working with his hands and tinkering with stuff. I have over 8 months spent cross training with the Keyhole/Corrosion Department.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Gas Pipefitter

Colorado Springs Utilities
05.2020 - Current
  • 4-year Gas Pipefitter Apprenticeship completed 2024
  • Cross trained in Keyhole, Gas Distribution Operations and Corrosion
  • Training in Butt Fusion, Electro Fusion, repairing damaged gas mains and service lines, maintaining system regulators and valves
  • Assisting Construction Maintenance Area during routine maintenance and emergencies
  • Volunteer any spare hours I can to Gas Distribution Operations Team and Keyhole Corrosion Team
  • Man on call truck for Emergency first response and repair to damaged gas main and service lines
  • Assisted GDO with odorant fill, reg maintenance, Locating, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing system emergency valves
  • Assisted Keyhole to operate and maintain vac truck, core truck during day-to-day operations
  • Operated various type of construction equipment from skid steers, backhoes, front end loaders, and vac trucks

Equipment Operator 1

City of Colorado Springs
01.2018 - 05.2020
  • Drove and operated pothole truck and Snow Removal
  • Operated various equipment such as back hoes, snowplows, pothole truck, front loaders, dump trucks, semi with trailer (End Dump), skid steer, and mini excavator
  • Drove pothole truck for day-to-day pothole and asphalt repairs threw out Colorado Springs
  • Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
  • Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.

Fleet Mechanic

Serco
09.2012 - 11.2017
  • Responsible for repairing and maintaining vehicle parts to ensure smooth and safety operations of vehicle
  • Handle tasks of operation and testing vehicle parts by following technical manuals and instructions
  • Preform responsibilities of preforming safety inspections of vehicle components and tools
  • Assigned tasks of inspecting vehicle parts and testing vehicle functions
  • Handle Responsibilities of overseeing repairs and maintenance procedure of fleet vehicles
  • Preform tasks of providing instructions to less skilled fleet mechanics in handling minor repairing tasks
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance services for over 2500 pieces of equipment and fleet vehicles.
  • Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.

Fleet Parts Professional

City of Colorado Springs
09.2010 - 07.2012
  • Performed Duties like checking in and putting away freight
  • Order parts thru numerous vendors
  • Pick up parts for work to be done that night
  • Help customers and mechanics find troubled parts
  • Managed incoming shipments meticulously, verifying contents against purchase orders before updating inventory records accordingly.
  • Ensured safety standards were upheld within the workplace, maintaining clean and organized spaces free from potential hazards.
  • Stocked and managed stock of parts.
  • Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Harrison High School
Colorado Springs
01.2006

Skills

  • Colorado Class A Driver’s License
  • SCBA
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Gas Pipefitter Certificate
  • CPR/ First Aid Certified
  • Flaggers Certification
  • Tankers

Activities

I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids during my off time. During my off time I spend time working on and fixing multiple types of vehicles. My hobbies are my 1980 C-10, mechanics, Remote Control Cars, and my kids.

Timeline

Gas Pipefitter

Colorado Springs Utilities
05.2020 - Current

Equipment Operator 1

City of Colorado Springs
01.2018 - 05.2020

Fleet Mechanic

Serco
09.2012 - 11.2017

Fleet Parts Professional

City of Colorado Springs
09.2010 - 07.2012

High School Diploma -

Harrison High School
Joshua Dekock