Samuel G. Mendez

*** ********* **

Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Contact Phone: 714-***-****

E-mail Address: abn67f@r.postjobfree.com

EXPERIENCE

**/**** ** *******; 40+ hours per week; $25.42 per hour; Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Railway; PO Box 1738; Topeka, KS 66601; Supervisor, Lonnie Yslas, 760-***-****, may contact.

My duties range from inspecting, adjusting, and modifying. I fit, mesh, align and install parts such as pistons, valves, timing gears, hydraulic and solid lifters, re-face valves and cylinder heads within tolerances using micrometers, veneer calipers, cylinder bore gauge, torque wrench and torque multipliers. I posses skill and knowledge to disassemble, assemble, service, install, fit, adjust, align, major repair, minor repair, major modification, minor modification, operational test, inspection of yard locomotive and main line locomotives to include locomotives built in a consist. I use my skill and knowledge to disassemble, assemble, service, install, fit, adjust, align major repair, minor repair, modification, inspect of engines, engine components to include bearings, gears, cylinders, heads, gaskets, seals, timing chains, belts, hoses, piston rings, pistons, valves, wrist pins, flywheels, fuel systems, governors, pre-heaters, blowers, mechanical and electrical fuel pumps, injectors, fuel injector pumps, fluid couplings, diaphragms, instrument gages, lights, batteries, condensers, starters, solenoids, regulators, alternators, generators, suspension systems, shock absorbers, coil and leaf springs, wheel assembly, transfer cases, brake systems, wheel bearings, brake drums, brake shoes, master cylinders, wheel cylinders, air cylinders, air hydraulic booster, heating and cooling systems, radiators, booster heaters, thermostats, coolant circulating systems, cooling connections, water pumps, exhaust systems, mufflers, manifolds, pipes, heat risers, heat exchangers. I independently use wrenches, torque wrenches, grinders, adjustable box, tubing wrenches, pneumatic wrenches, ring compressors, polishing lathes, air pressure gages, snap ring pliers, punches, reamers, ez-outs screwdrivers, hammers, pry bars. I have independently used testing devices and measurement instruments to include micrometers, dynamometers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, timing lights, go-no gages, straightness gages, bore erosion gages, veneers, and calipers. I use technical manuals, specifications, technical bulletins, modification work order sheets, scope of work requirements, local directives, orders, trade journals, drawings, graphs, sketches, parts manuals, supply manuals, schematics, blueprints, charts, and listings. I work independently without supervision from sketches, blue prints, specifications and procedures, technical manuals, technical bulletins, modification work order sheets, scope of work requirements, local directives orders, trade journals, drawings, graphs, sketches, parts manuals, supply manuals, schematics, blueprints, charts, listings, written and oral instructions. My duties also include limited technical inspections, trace and locate mechanical defects, test, adjusting, modifying, inspecting after rebuild and overhaul using Technical Instructions (TI), Technical Manuals (TM), Modification Instruction (MI), Statement of Work (SOW), Technical Bulletin (TB) and must be accepted by the Quality Control inspection. As a mechanic, I am responsible to my supervisor and the company to select the best method to find and correct mechanical defects, build quality into the product, produce in quantity, work with and lead co-workers, use all proper safety equipment required cleanliness of equipment and obey the rules, regulations, directives and standard operating procedures. I use proper safety techniques for myself and the safety of co-workers using personal protective equipment, OSHA regulations local and federal directives. I load and unload processing baskets of heavy parts and assemblies during various items cleaned to assure the desired cleanliness and surface condition is produced. I use various chemical solutions including phosphoric acid, caustic soda, degreasing, de-rusting and paint stripping. I use additional cleaning methods such as sanders, grinders, automated immersion units, high-pressure spraying units, and vapor horning units. I quality check the condition of parts and equipment after cleaning as well as the degree of cleanliness. I share my knowledge with journeyman, repairer and helper mechanics selecting tools, deciding on techniques to use and carrying out assignments given to me by the supervisor or work-leader. I wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as rubber boots, goggles, safety shoes, and gloves. All my duties are performed with less than normal supervision.

07/1991 to 02/1993; 40+ hours per week; Mendez Home Remodeling; 25540 Dayton Dr. Barstow, CA 92311; 760-***-****, may contact.

As a self employed construction worker, my duties include but are not limited to measuring, repairing, testing, cutting, installing and final inspection of all completed job and task. I perform these task include but not limited to stripping and re installing roofing shingle and roof jacks, framing windows, doors, walls and room additions, pre-determining per building code proper location and installation of all outlets, fixtures and wire routing per blueprints and drawings, installation of schedule 120 and 40 PV C pipe, sweating and testing copper pipe, cutting, threading and testing galvanized and black pipe for water and gas, cut measure and install green board, drywall, wood and sheet-rock as required. When required per instructions I cut, measure, install, remove, mask, mud and paint drywall, wood, stucco and metal. Tools I use to perform my duties include but not limited to electrical and cordless drills, recipicating saw, hole dog, conduit bender, digital volt and ohm meter, toners, fiberglass ladder, double insulated pliers, cutters and wrenches, shovels, rakes and tubing cutters to perform task such as replacing switches and outlets, repairing and installing interior and exterior lighting, removing plaster and drywall for installation, replacement and testing wire and appliances, employ digital meter for testing appliances, fixtures and hard wiring. When installing ceramic tile I employ a water tile cutter, troul and employees to assist as needed based on job size. I determine all materials prior to stare of job, solicit vendor quote and maintain expenses and usage of materials for the customer. I perform these task include but not limited to stripping and re-installing roofing shingle and roof jacks, framing windows, doors, walls and room additions, pre-determining per building code proper location and installation of all outlets, fixtures and wire routing per blueprints and drawings.

07/1990 to 06/1991; 40 hours per week; $12.00 per hour; Heavy Equip Mechanic; TE Deloss Equipment Rentals, 1641 West Main St. Barstow, CA 92311; Supervisor, Dennis, 760-***-****, may contact.

My duties require knowledge of hydraulic & pneudraulic assist lifting & breaking systems.

EDUCATION

State of California GED; 09/1993

TRAINNING CERTIFICATES

Caterpillar Compressor and GeneratorSchool; Miami, FL; 1985

Caterpillar Air Conditioning; Las Vegas, NV; 1989

Perkins Diesel Engine Rebuilding & Modifications; Peoria, IL; 1989

Railway Equip Safety; AT&SF Rwy,Barstow, CA; 01/1995

Alignment of Rotating Equipment; BNSF Rwy, Overland Park, KS; 04/2003

Computer Operation- Locomotive; BNSF Rwy, Overland Park, KS, 06/2003

EMD Diesel Engine Advanced; BNSF Rwy,Overland Park, KS; 10/2005

Locomotive Troubleshooting & Repair; BNSF Rwy, Overland Park, KS; 09/2005

Canac Remote Controlled Locomotive; BNSF Rwy, Barstow, CA; 02/2006

EMPLOYEE TRAINING

Haz Mat HM126; 9/20/1993; 9/8-9/1997

Fire Extinguisher; 10/26/1994; 9/8-9/1997

DOT Training; 12/15/1994

Safety Cert; 1/13/1995; 3/29/1996; 8/18-19/1997; 4/26-27/1999

Uniform Efficiency; 01/13/1995

Back Saver; 3/22/1995; 9/8-9/1997

Safety Training Videos; 3/22/1995; 5/21-22/1995; 5/29-30/1995; 6/4-5/1995; 6/29-30/1995; 7/6-7/1995; 7/16-17/1995; 7/21-22/1995; 8/16-17/1995; 8/30-31/1995; 10/1-2/1995; 11/16/1995; 11/28/1995; 11/30/1995; 12/23/1995; 12/29/1995; 1/12/1996; 2/15/1996; 2/27/1996; 5/14-15/1996; 5/30-31/1996; 4/27-28/1997; 5/27/1997; 7/14-15/1997; 7/21-22/1997; 8/12-13/1997; 11/26/1997; 7/15-16/1998; 8/12-13/1998; 2/23/1999

Safety Rules; 4/6-7/1995; 4/12-13/1995; 4/30-5/1/1995; 5/10-11/1995; 9/22-23/1998

Ergonomics; 6/14-15/1995

How to Conduct Job Briefing; 6/15-16/1995

Supervisor Interview; 9/23-24/1995

Back Plus; 5/29-30/1996; 8/18-19/1997; 9/22-23/1998

Operation Life Saver; 4/23-24/1997

Blue Flag Rule; 5/22-23/1997

Job Safety Analysis; 8/3-4/1997

Hand Safety; 8/18-19/1997; 9/22-23/1998

Locomotive Movement; 1/25/1994; 9/9/1997

GE/EMD Basic Safety; 10/11-16/1998

Air Brake Test; 7/19-23/1999

Mechanic Safety Certification 2000; 2/9/2000

Recognize & Avoid Harassment; 3/6/2000

REFERENCES

Alan Reitz

11511 Mojave Dr

Mira Loma, Ca 91752

909-***-****

Adam Reitz

11511 Mojave Dr

Mira Loma, Ca 91752

951-***-****

Gibbie Hernandez

761 Rimrock Rd.

Barstow, CA 92311

760-***-****

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