Michael P. Buxton

MICHAEL P. BUXTON

2231 Goos Road Lake Charles, Louisiana 70611 (337) 526-9819 [email protected]

April 13, 2011

Re: Production Operator – Dubai

Dear Hiring Manager:

Please find my resume attached in reference to a Production Operator position available in Dubai.

For the past thirteen years, I have been a self-employed mechanical contractor in the Lake Charles, Louisiana area in the HVAC, electrical, technical and mechanical fields. I advanced a business my father established in 1986 maintaining and serving ten restaurants to maintaining and serving over forty-two restaurants in a ten year span. I also expanded into the construction area throughout the Gulf Coast region including Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Alabama. Currently, I am employed as an operator in the reduction division for Phillip Services Corporation.

As a small businessman, I have effectively demonstrated an ability to establish a strong reputation with my customers and colleagues by maintaining a commitment to service, operational excellence and integrity in my business practices and community activities. Through various training and accreditations I have become respected and highly experienced in the mechanical industry; furthermore, I feel that I can impart this valuable knowledge and experience with your organization.

As my resume illustrates, I have also demonstrated an active role in the community through various volunteer organizations. My background as a business owner and operator in conjunction with my training, experience and willingness to learn will enable me to perform the responsibilities and job duties required. I am confident that given the opportunity to perform, I will demonstrate my ability and become an asset to your company. I am available at your convenience and would welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications in detail.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Michael P. Buxton Michael P. Buxton 2231Goos Road • Lake Charles, LA • 70611 • Home: (337) 217-8144 • Cell: (337) 526-9819 [email protected]

Objective

To secure a challenging position within an organization that will utilize my thirteen years of experience, my unwavering commitment to quality and my unique abilities to further my career opportunities. Professional Background

Phillip Services Corporation, Westlake, LA 2/2011-Present Operator – Reduction Division  Tank Cleaning and centrifuge while working with high pressure pumping units  Responsibilities include pipefitting, replacing sleeves and valves on high pressure diesel pumping units  Install and repair diaphragm pumps  Install and troubleshoot 480 volt services  Prep work and start up of job sites  Operation of site equipment  Operation of filter press on waste water at SASOL (Lake Charles, LA)  Operation of heavy equipment including Bobcat, back hoe and forklift  Continuously maintain compliance with all safety rules policies and procedures  Obtain licenses and certifications as appropriate

Buxton Properties, Lake Charles, LA 11/2001-2/2011 d/b/a Phillip’s AC and Maintenance Owner/Operator Contractor of maintenance involving all aspects of HVAC, industrial refrigeration and commercial cooking equipment installations, preventive maintenance and repairs  Responsible for the new construction and renovations of all new Burger King restaurants throughout the Gulf Coast Region of Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas.  Provide service and maintenance to a region of 42 restaurants in Southwest Louisiana  Work on a variety of residential and light commercial projects, installing broilers, forced air equipment, gas piping, plumbing, electrical, ductwork and welding of equipment frames and parts  Install, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on commercial foodservice equipment including, but not limited to, refrigeration equipment, cooking equipment, beverage equipment, ice and dish machines  Pressure regulating, valve repair and replacement of various industrial and commercial equipment  Electrical wiring, testing and servicing  Monitor and inspect all work performed by outside contractors in assigned stores  Ensure accurate and timely reporting of invoices, maintenance logs, capital expenditure request forms and any other pertinent administrative paperwork necessary.  Maintain record of spare parts inventory, company owned tool inventories and current service and warranty repair records  Continuously maintain compliance with all safety rules policies and procedures  Obtain licenses and certifications as appropriate

Phillip’s AC and Maintenance Service, Lake Charles, LA 1/1997-11/2001 Head Technician  Serviced 62 Calcasieu Public Schools AC, refrigeration and cafeteria cooking equipment.  Installed complete residential straight heat and cool systems including ductwork equipment, electrical, gas and plumbing  Installed residential heat pump systems  Repaired and serviced centrifugal chillers  Serviced commercial broiler systems  Installed and serviced walk in coolers, freezer boxes and refrigeration systems Education

McNeese State University, Lake Charles, LA 1997-1998 University of Southeastern Missouri, Cape Girardo, MO 1994-1997 Barbe High School, Lake Charles, LA 1990-1994

NCAA College Athletics

NCAA Football Excelled at the college level by developing coachable attributes, discipline, time management and self-motivated qualities to achieve goals while training in a team environment.  University of Southeast Missouri – 8/1994-1/1997

Training and Certifications

2011 TWIC Certified 40 Hour Hazwoper Training ISTC Basic plus refresher Exxon Mobil Chemical Site Specific SWLA Basic Safety Confined Spaces SASOL Site Specific Additional Completed Training Courses: Basic Driving (I, II and III), First Aid and CPR, Hand Safety, Office Safety, Slips, Trips and Falls, Drug Free Workplace Procedures, Bloodborne Pathogen Procedures, Ergonomics Control Procedures, Tank Cleaning Basic Training

2007 Duke Broiler School, St. Louis, MO

2000 Blodget Oven School, Harahan, LA

1999 Cleveland Pressure Cooker School, Harahan, LA Copeland Compressor School, Lake Charles, LA

1998 Manitwoc Ice Machine School, Lafayette, LA Taylor Fortune School Panasonic Microwave School, Lake Charles, LA

1997 NEICO Broiling School, Bossier City, LA Frymaster School, Harahan, LA

Certified in Hermedic and Semihermedic compressors and systems ESCO Refrigeration Certified: Type I, II, III and Universal Commercial Equipment experience

Blodget Ovens Kolpak Manufacturing

Cleveland Manufacturing Lincoln Ovens

Copeland Compressors Manufacturing Manitwoc Ice Machines

Duke Manufacturing Neico Manufacturing

Frymaster Manufacturing Panasonic Microwaves

Hatco Manufacturing Silverking Manufacturing

Henny Penny Manufacturing Taylor Fortune

Tropic Cool Engineering

Community Involvement

Moss Bluff Recreation Football League Coach Moss Bluff Dixie Youth Coach USSSA Baseball Coach National Rifle Association Member Coastal Conservation Association Member Delta Waterfowl Member Ducks Unlimited Member Bayou State Bow Hunters Association Member Sam Houston High School Booster Club Booster St. Theodore Catholic Church Parishioner