Kelton Rhodes
29390 Hwy 131
Summary
Seeking a position where I can challenge my potential, putting my sales and mechanical skills to good use. Hardworking, goal-oriented, and a team player seeking an opportunity to incorporate my skillset for the betterment of the company.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 2 snowcat mechanic
Steamboat Ski Resort
08.2024 - Current
- Repair and maintenance of snowcats with Caterpillar and Mercedes diesel engines, Caterpillar heavy equipment, Polaris rangers, and various brands of snowmobiles.
- Use of Napa Tracs to track daily inspections as well as routine maintenance on all vehicles.
Sales
Steamboat Powersports
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Sales of powersport vehicles including but not limited to Kawasaki, Honda, Polaris and Can-Am; as well as sizing and selling BigTex trailers.
- Used CRM software to log customer information and facilitate sale details.
- Develop and maintain customer relationships, follow up with existing customers to determine their needs.
Owner/Operator
Redbeard’s Offroad
01.2022 - 01.2023
- ATV Sales and Repair of ATV’s, side by sides, and other off-road vehicles.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Good understanding of QuickBooks and other invoicing software.
- Built and designed custom upfits for offroad vehicles.
Lead Technician
Eastex ATV Repair
01.2019 - 01.2021
- ATV Sales and Repair of ATV’s, Side by sides, and other off-road vehicles built by Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, John Deer, Kubota, as well as many other manufacturers and custom-built off-road vehicles.
- Repair of small power generation generators.
- Performed electrical trouble shooting and repairs.
- Assisted in design and build of custom off-road vehicles.
- Managed all techs in shop on scheduling work to be done and assisting in repairs.
Power Generation Technician
Waukesha Pearce Industries
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Repair of power generation equipment both mechanical and electrical.
- Power generation electrical controls troubleshooting and repair.
- 12VDC systems and controls as well as systems up to Three Phase 480 Volt output.
- Excellent Customer Service skills.
- Performed single phase 240 and three phase 480 Volt Load Bank tests on all sizes generators up to 1500kw including paralleling equipment.
Engineer’s Surveyor
Hayden Consultants
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Utilized GPS technology for efficient data collection, expediting the completion of fieldwork assignments.
- Surveying of highway right of ways, build sites, and multiple other locations.
- Input of survey points and management of data downloads to survey system.
Repair Technician
Eastex ATV Repair
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Repair of ATV’s, Side by sides, and other off-road vehicles built by Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, John Deer, Kubota, as well as many other manufacturers and custom-built off-road vehicles.
- Repair of small power generation generators.
- Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
- Assisted in design and build of custom off-road vehicles
Mechanic/Equipment Operator
Down South Off-Road
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Heavy Equipment Operator; Mechanic; Security; Vehicle Recovery; Lifeguard; Public Relations Assistant
Repair Technician
Waukesha Pearce Industries
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Repair of shop power generation equipment.
- Assembled 500 kW, 480 Volt Avtron Load Bank testing trailers.
- Pulled parts from warehouse; parts return; received parts; allocation of parts to bin locations.
Repair Technician
Ayling Small Engine Repair
06.2010 - 01.2011
- Repair of small engines, small generators, lawn mowers and other small engine powered equipment.
- Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
- Utilized variety of tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs.
Education
Civil Engineering
Tarleton State University
Stephenville01.2019
High School Diploma -
Dayton ISD
Dayton05-2016
Skills
- Customer Service
- Equipment Sales
- Heavy equipment operation
- Maintenance Repair
- Upfit
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Computer applications
- MS Office
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Quick Learner
- Outgoing and friendly Personality
- Marksman
Timeline
Level 2 snowcat mechanic
Steamboat Ski Resort
08.2024 - Current
Sales
Steamboat Powersports
07.2023 - 07.2024
Owner/Operator
Redbeard’s Offroad
01.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Technician
Eastex ATV Repair
01.2019 - 01.2021
Engineer’s Surveyor
Hayden Consultants
06.2018 - 08.2018
Power Generation Technician
Waukesha Pearce Industries
01.2018 - 01.2019
Repair Technician
Eastex ATV Repair
01.2016 - 01.2017
Repair Technician
Waukesha Pearce Industries
06.2015 - 08.2015
Mechanic/Equipment Operator
Down South Off-Road
02.2014 - 01.2016
Repair Technician
Ayling Small Engine Repair
06.2010 - 01.2011
Civil Engineering
Tarleton State University
High School Diploma -
Dayton ISD
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