Joshua Sharkey
Great Falls
Summary
Dedicated Driller's Helper with hands-on experience in drilling operations and safety inspections. Expertise in tool preparation and equipment maintenance enhances support for water well installation projects. Proven ability to operate heavy machinery while prioritizing safety and efficiency.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller's Helper
Boland Water Well Drilling Co.
Great Falls
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in drilling operations by preparing tools and equipment for use.
- Operated drilling machinery under supervision, contributing to successful water well installations.
- Collaborated with the drill crew to execute daily tasks and follow project plans.
- Monitored equipment performance, promptly reporting issues to senior drillers to maintain operational efficiency.
- Adhered to training guidelines, learning best practices for well drilling operations effectively.
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality, completing regular maintenance to ensure reliable drilling operations.
- Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
- Drilled or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting and anchoring.
Cashier
Thriftway/Gas Station
Anaconda
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Processed customer transactions using cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided recommendations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area and store displays.
- Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Restocked merchandise on shelves to ensure product availability for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to manage busy shifts during peak hours.
- Executed store promotions and loyalty programs, driving customer engagement and repeat visits.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, contributing to positive shopping experiences and satisfaction.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Executed various tasks as directed by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to maintain inventory levels.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Facilitated training for new team members in cash register operations and customer service best practices.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
Tire and Lube Technician
American Car Care Center
Butte
- Performed oil changes and fluid top-offs for various vehicle makes and models.
- Inspected tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation levels.
- Provided service recommendations and product information to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow in the shop.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and equipment.
- Balanced wheels using a computerized wheel balancer machine.
- Performed oil changes, lube jobs, filter replacements, and other minor maintenance services on customer vehicles.
- Checked all fluid levels including engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid and windshield washer solvent.
- Operated lifts in order to raise vehicle off the ground for access underneath it.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as oils or antifreeze.
- Ensured that shop area was clean at all times including floors, walls, tools and equipment.
- Tested batteries in order to determine their state of charge.
- Assisted customers by providing advice on the selection of appropriate new tires.
- Lubricated moving parts by injecting grease into springs, universal joints and steering knuckles using hand or compressed-air powered grease gun.
- Monitored inventory of parts, equipment, and supplies needed for tire repair work.
- Replaced worn or damaged tires with new ones according to manufacturer specifications.
- Repaired punctures and patched tubes.
- Reviewed completed work and conducted road tests to ensure vehicle performance and safety.
- Inspected fluid level for steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, rear axle housings and shackles.
- Rotated tires for customers to help improve wear patterns.
- Diagnosed and repaired basic automotive issues for brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling and electrical systems.
- Disposed of used oil filters properly in accordance with local regulations.
- Cleaned wheel wells of dirt and grime before installation of new tires.
- Diagnosed issues with braking systems and suspension components.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain service quality.
- Rotated tires and checked brakes on vehicles.
- Replaced cabin, fuel, air and oil filters and tested vehicle horn and lights.
- Performed automotive preventive maintenance and inspected tires.
- Maintained tools, test equipment and materials, keeping work areas organized.
- Adjusted tire pressure on vehicles and warned customers of leaks and tire damage.
- Checked fluids and maintenance-related parts and topped off or replaced.
- Counterweighted rims with consistent commendation for quality and efficiency.
- Used rubber cement to glue tire patches over ruptures in tire casings.
- Located tire punctures by inspection or immersing inflated tires in water baths and observing air bubbles.
- Removed and remounted wheels onto different types of vehicles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Anaconda High School
Anaconda, MT05-1999
Skills
Drilling operations
- Water well installation
- Tool preparation
- Heavy Machinery operations
- Safety inspections
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Driller's Helper
Boland Water Well Drilling Co.
07.2024 - 08.2024
Cashier
Thriftway/Gas Station
12.2022 - 06.2023
Tire and Lube Technician
American Car Care Center
High School Diploma -
Anaconda High School