Joshua Allen Graves has over 10 years of experience maintaining and operating heavy equipment. He currently works as an Equipment Technician for Weatherford Fracturing Technologies in Oklahoma, where he performs preventative maintenance and repairs on diesel engines, blenders, and frac pumps. Previously, he spent 6 years in the U.S. Air Force maintaining KC-135 and C-130 aircraft. He is seeking new opportunities and is willing to relocate to various states in the southern and western U.S.
1. Joshua Allen Graves
545 W. Alamo Court Way
Mustang OK, 73064 US
Mobile: 1(405) 551-0314
Email: Joshuagraves@hotmail.com
Country of Citizenship:
United States
Veterans' Preference:
5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)
Registered for Selective Service:
I am a male born on or after January 1, 1960, and I have registered for the Selective Service.
Desired locations:
US – AL, AZ, AR, CA, FL, GA, LA, MS, KS, KY, MO, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, NV
Work Experience:
Weatherford Fracturing Technologies 10/2014-Present
El Reno, Oklahoma Hours per week: 130
Equipment/Field Technician 1
Supervisor: Robert Red (405-422-1980)
Okay to Contact Supervisor:
Successfully complete preventative maintenance and general repair work on various diesel engines, blenders,
hydration units, and frac pumps, completing necessary paperwork.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to: Repairs or replaces defective equipment parts,using hand tools and
power tools; reassembles equipment.
Services engine oil lubricating systems,engine cooling systems,hydraulic systems,& air actuated systems,such as
air brakes.
Performs annual DOT inspections along with Weatherford Fracturing maintenance checklist inspections.
Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that fracturing equipment continues to run smoothly, maintains
equipment to repair or replace defective parts on diesel engines,transmissions,and pumps.
Available for call-outs (evenings/nights,weekends,and holidays).
All duties are to be performed in accordance with Weatherford Fracturing Environmental, Health and Safety
Guidelines Broad knowledge of diesel powered equipment and mechanical aptitude necessary to perform primary
function of repairs and maintenance.
Provides information to supervisors,co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,in written form, e-mail, or in
person.
Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers, clients, and other external contacts.
2. Performance Technologies Inc. 05/2014-10/2014
El Reno, Oklahoma Hours per week: 60
Equipment Technician 1
Supervisor: Brian Koeke (405-262-2441)
Brandon Zigler
Okay to contact Supervisor: Yes
Successfully complete preventative maintenance and general repair work on various diesel engines, blenders,
hydration units, and frac pumps, completing necessary paperwork.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to: Repairs or replaces defective equipment parts,using hand tools and
power tools; reassembles equipment.
Services engine oil lubricating systems,engine cooling systems,hydraulic systems,& air actuated systems,such as
air brakes.
Performs annual DOT inspections along with PTL maintenance checklist inspections.
Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that fracturing equipment continues to run smoothly, maintains
equipment to repair or replace defective parts on diesel engines,transmissions,and pumps.
Available for call-outs (evenings/nights,weekends,and holidays).
Travel will be required for (but not limited to) meetings, training, seminars, work at well site, etc., which may be
overnight, day(s)week, etc.
All duties are to be performed in accordance with PTL Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines Broad
knowledge of diesel powered equipment and mechanical aptitude necessary to perform primary function of repairs
and maintenance.
Provides information to supervisors,co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,in written form, e-mail, or in
person.
Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers, clients, and other external contacts.
Performance Technologies Inc. 03/2012-05/2014
El Reno, Oklahoma Hours per week: 70
Equipment Operator
Supervisor : Chris Lehman (405-312-8216)
Brian Pratt (405-615-8902)
Okay to contact Supervisors: yes
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure that assigned units are in safe and proper operating
condition.
Operates Performance Technologies equipment during jobs while monitoring equipment for potential mechanical
failures.
Complete all required paperwork (Pre-job/Post-job Trip Tickets, load tickets, etc.) and submit in a timely manner.
Be attentive to changing conditions during jobs that may negatively impact the environment and inform the
Stimulation Supervisor.
Manage daily fluid production; gauge and record oil and water tanks; record all seal records.
Act as a mentor for newer employees to motivate and teach them proper techniques in equipment operation.
Assist in maintaining cleanliness of job sites and work areas.
Complies with all Performance Technologies Standards and Policies while exhibiting and promoting a culture of
safety and service delivery.
Participates and contributes in all safety and service delivery programs individually and/oras a team member.
Understands his/herobligation to STOP a job due to EH&S non-conformities or risk of service delivery failure.
3. US Air Force 05/2009-01/2012
Mildenhall, United Kingdom Hours per week:40
Dedicated/Flying Crew Chief
Supervisor: SSgt. Brandon Stinison (011441638546868)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Performed/managed maintenance documentation aspects on 15 assigned KC-135R/T aircraft valued at $62 million
each.
Executed scheduled,unscheduled and time compliance technical order maintenance on all 15 assigned aircraft.
Performed preflight, thru-flight, quick turn, alert, hourly post flight, critical corrosion and isochronal inspections.
Serviced fuel, oxygen, hydraulics, engine oil systems and accomplishes aircraft launches,recoveries and washes.
Ensure aircraft forms and automated records entries are complete and accurate, tracked/corrected delayed
discrepancies.
Supervised and coordinated with 5 otherspecialties such as pneudraulic, electo-enviromental, guidance and control,
avionics and fuels to accomplish the mission. Followed up on all maintenance actions for completion and accuracy.
Processed and accounted for Due In For Maintenance (DIFM) supply assets ensuring that material and equipment
are properly stored,maintained and turned in.
Participated in various readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness inspections,Logistics Compliance
Assessment Programs, InspectorGeneral inspections and Unit Readiness exercises.
Skilled in the use of diagrams, sketches,and technical specifications to include wiring diagrams, pneudraulic flow
charts and troubleshooting trees.
Reviewed all active and archived aircraft forms for accuracy and proper documentation.
Versed in safety regulations, practices and procedures common to aviation maintenance.
Isolated mechanical, pneumatic, oil and hydraulic malfunctions using technical orders, schematics and wiring
diagrams, tools and test equipment.
Ensured airworthiness of assigned KC-135 aircraft. Performed before and after flight, calendar, and special
inspections.
Performed all aircraft servicing to include fuel, oil, pneudraulic, air and water. Responsible for crew comfort and in
depth aircraft cleanliness.
Troubleshot aircraft primary and ancillary structures,fuel/oil/pneudraulic systems,components and sub-systems for
condition, corrosion and overall repair.
Assisted with aircraft launch and recovery. Ensured aircraft was ready for aircrew/mission completion and prepared
aircraft for next flight.
Inventoried and maintained alternate mission equipment such as life support,crew comfort, cargo loading/securing,
firefighting materials, and flight safety items.
Recommended methods to improve equipment performance, technical data,and maintenance procedures by
reporting hardware and software malfunctions, and initiate material deficiency reports.
Supervised, assisted,and conducted on-the-job training on the assigned airframes and related support equipment and
tasks.
Determined approaches,methods, and courses of action required to accomplish the mission of the shops in an
effective and efficient manner.
Subject matter expert for daily flight line operations.
4. US Air Force 03/2006-05/2009
Little Rock, AR US Hours per week: 40
Crew Chief - Dual Rails
Performed/managed maintenance documentation aspects on 14 assigned C-130H aircraft valued at $420 million.
Executed scheduled,unscheduled and time compliance technical order maintenance on all 14 assigned aircraft.
Monitored and maintained all Dash 21 equipment for 52 assigned C-130E/H/J model aircraft valued at over $1
billion.
Maintained the storage,inspection,repair, ordering and issue of 45 aircraft armor kits totaling $8 million.
Accomplishes home-station checks, isochronal, acceptance inspections,aircraft refurbishments and aircraft
inventories.
Deploys as part of an aviation package in support of worldwide mobility operations/aerospace expeditionary forces.
Deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.
Maintained and repaired cargo floor rollers and aircraft dual rail system, ensuring fully mission capable cargo
deployment system.
Performed preflight, thruflight, quick turn, alert, home station checks, critical corrosion and isochronal inspections.
Services fuel, oxygen, hydraulics, engine oil systems and accomplishes aircraft launches,recoveries and washes.
Ensured aircraft forms and automated records are complete and accurate, tracked/corrected delayed discrepancies.
Supervised and coordinated with otherspecialties such as pneudraulic, electo-enviromental, guidance and control,
avionics and fuels to accomplish the mission. Followed up on all maintenance actions for completeness and
accuracy.
Processed and accounted for Due In For Maintenance (DIFM) supply assets ensuring that material and equipment
are properly stored,maintained and turned in.
Participated in various readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness inspections,Logistics Compliance
Assessment Programs, InspectorGeneral inspections and Unit Readiness exercises.
Skilled in the use of diagrams, sketches,and technical specifications to include wiring diagrams, pneudraulic flow
charts and troubleshooting trees.
Reviewed all active and archived aircraft forms for accuracy and proper documentation.
Experienced with safety regulations, practices and procedures common to aviation maintenance.
Isolated mechanical, pneumatic, oil and hydraulic malfunctions using technical orders, schematics and wiring
diagrams, tools and test equipment.
Ensured airworthiness of assigned C-130H/E aircraft. Performed before and after flight, calendar, and special
inspections.
Performed all aircraft servicing to include fuel, oil, pneudraulic, air and water. Responsible for crew comfort and in
depth aircraft cleanliness.
Troubleshot aircraft primary and ancillary structures,fuel/oil/pneudraulic systems,components and sub-systems for
condition, corrosion and overall repair.
Assisted with aircraft launch and recovery. Ensured aircraft was ready for aircrew/mission completion and prepared
aircraft for next flight.
Inventoried and maintained alternate mission equipment such as life support,crew comfort, cargo loading/securing,
firefighting materials, and flight safety items..
Job Related Training:
Basic Military Training - October 2005
Aerospace Maintenance Apprentice Specialist (C-130)- April 2006
First Term Airmen Center - June 2006
Air Force Training Course (Trainer) - April 2009
Maintenance Transition Course (KC-135R/T) - September 2009
5. Supervisor Safety Training (SST) - January 2010
Maintenance Advanced Troubleshooting Course (KC-135R/T)- February 2010
Articulating Boom Crane Operator- (Performance Technologies) September 2012
Transportation & Safety Education, Truck Driver Training (Central Tech)- April 2012
Equipment Operator Development Course 1 – February 2014
Gardner Denver Pump School (Fluid End)– July 2014
Equipment Technician Development Course 1- August 2014
Gardner Denver Power End Class – October 2014
Language Skills:
Language: Portuguese
Spoken: Intermediate
Written: Novice
Read: Novice
Additional Information:
Highly Skilled in the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, and precision measuring and test equipment.
Experience with Microsoft office suite to include MS Excels, MS Word, and MS Access. Able to type up to 55 wpm.