Alvin Dancer
Texarkana, AR 71854
Email: ***********@*****.***/********.**@*****.***
Phone: 903-***-****
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Red River Army Depot Travel Team; Texarkana, TX - Heavy Mobile Equipment
Mechanic/Electrician; WG-5803-10; January 2008-July 2013; George Shippey- (903)
334-4530
Duties: Repair/rebuild, modification, wiring, installation, diagnosis and repair of electrical
and electro-mechanical systems of heavy mobile equipment. Perform pre-shop analysis of
electrical and electro-mechanical items to determine serviceability or extent of
repair/replacement or modification of systems or components necessary to comply with
Depot Maintenance Work request (DMWR) and other technical publications. Performs
disassembly, cleaning, repair/replacement and/or modification, assembly and testing of
electrical (DC and AC), electro-mechanical accessories and components such as terminal
boxes, regulators (transistor and carbon type), generators, alternators, rectifiers
(conventional and solid state), infrared power packs, electrical fuel pumps, ignition wiring,
switches and instruments. Fabricates or repairs a wide variety of electrical parts,
components and systems such as wiring harness, lighting system, radio and telephone
cables, electrical junction wiring box, radio junction box and antenna. Replaces or installs a
variety of parts components such as wiring harnesses, horn, sirens batteries, heaters, radios,
electrical accessory, fuel pump and exhaust systems. Install 110-220 volt circuits in a
limited variety of special purpose vehicles or trailers. Installs or replaces such items as
breakers, switches and receptacles etc. Corrects reject(s) noted by Supervisor, Leader or
Quality inspector during assembly or acceptance test. Perform diagnosis,
repair/replacement, testing and/or adjustment of items found to be inoperative after being
installed in vehicle(s) at various work sites. Handles, stores, and disposes of hazardous
material/waste. Possess knowledge of the electrical and mechanical makeup, operation and
working relationships of a variety of electrical and electro-mechanical systems, accessories
and components used on heavy mobile vehicles. Ability, skill and knowledge required to
perform pre-shop analysis, troubleshooting and ability to repair, replace, Install and modify
components/items. Fabricate and/or repair wiring harness, radio harness and other electrical
system(s) in heavy mobile equipment. Ability to install wiring harness, 24 volt circuits,
radio harness, radio and antenna, horn, siren and heaters. Read and utilize schematics,
blueprints and drawings. Ability to use hand tools, test equipment such as voltmeter,
ammeter, continuity check equipment, test lights, multi-meters (digital and analogue), and
measuring equipment such as micrometers, dial indicators and torque wrenches. Plan work
sequence including selection of proper tools, test equipment, repair parts and performs
necessary pre-shop analysis and testing. Provide technical assistance and training to lower
grade employees. Incumbent is responsible for soundness of technical judgment,
effectiveness and timeliness of results. Perform all duties safely and with minimum
supervision.
Lear Siegler Corporation; Texarkana, TX - Mechanic Electrician Technician; May
2007 - -January 2008
Duties: Serves as Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic who has overall responsibility for
performing the full scope of maintenance, repair, rebuild and/or modification and initial
inspection of new, state-of-the-art, life-saving armored vehicles which may include four,
six and eight wheel drives, and power packs. The vehicles and equipment are prototype,
initial production, in the early stages of development, new production or rebuilt. These
vehicles have a variety of interconnected systems. Duties include the following: integrated
electric, air and hydraulic systems; complex state-of-the-art electrical and electronic
systems requiring substantial amount of training and specialized diagnostic equipment to
identify problems for replacement of standard components or for referral to electronics
mechanics, intricate timing requirements such as complex fuel injection systems. Apply
knowledge of the most complex vehicles or major systems in existence is required to
repair, align, adjust the interconnected systems and understand and predict the effects of
malfunctions throughout the units trace operating errors and isolate malfunctions. Possess
the ability and skill required to "think outside the box" to improvise, alter and fabricate
components for placement into systems for which the components were not specifically
designed. Possess the ability to devise and fabricate special tools, and/or devise and
incorporate new repair techniques. Incumbent independently plans and improvises repair
procedures. Receive assignments orally, in written form, or by general discussion of the
work required. Determine solutions to problems which are complicated by the various
vehicles for which incumbent are responsible. Perform overhaul, repair, rebuild,
modification, troubleshooting, adjustments, installation, tests, fabrication, and maintenance
of moderately complex assemblies and subassemblies and their components, maintaining
the electronic, electrical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, and hydraulic assemblies and
subassemblies of a combat vehicle. Make repairs when needed. I have training with
measurement instruments such as a variety of analyzers, a variety of voltmeters and
calibrators. I have training with power tools and also hand tools in which I can use to
fabricate parts. I have training and knowledge of the electronic principles. I have training
and experience in fabrication or repair of a wide variety of electrical parts, components and
systems. Such as wiring/ radio harness, lighting systems, radio and telephone cables,
electrical junction wiring box, radio junction box, and antenna, disassembly, cleaning,
repair, replacement, and modification, assembly testing and diagnostic evaluation of
electrical(AC and DC), electro- mechanical, electro-hydraulic, accessories, system and
components. Seeks advice from supervisor only on novel questions during work process
arising from extremely abnormal requirements or limitations imposed by the novice
repair/rebuild processes. Oversee the work of lower graded mechanics in the
accomplishment of the work. Perform as a team leader. Perform pre-shop analysis of
electrical, electro-mechanical and electronic items to determine serviceability or extent of
repair/replacement or modification of systems or components necessary to comply with
Depot Maintenance Work Request (DMWR) and other technical data packages. Performs
disassembly, cleaning, repair/replacement and/or modification, assembly testing and
diagnostic evaluation of electrical (AC and DC), electro-mechanical, electro-hydraulic,
accessories, systems and components. Examples of systems worked are smoke generating,
starting, air purification, and electric fuel. Components worked include terminal boxes,
regulators (transistor and carbon type), generators, alternators, rectifiers (conventional and
solid state), infrared power packs, electrical fuel pumps, ignition wiring, gages, switches,
vehicle distribution box, and instruments. Fabricates or repairs a wide variety of electrical
parts, components and systems such as wiring/radio harness, lighting systems, radio and
telephone cables, electrical junction wiring box, radio junction box and antenna. Replaces
or installs a variety of parts and components such as wiring harnesses, horns, sirens,
batteries, heaters, radios, fuel pump and ventilation systems. Install 110-240 volt circuits in
a limited variety of special purpose vehicles or trailers. Installs or replaces such items as
breakers, switches and receptacles, etc. Participate in various Lean Rapid Improvement
Events and Problem Solving Events. Perform all duties safely and without normal
Supervision.
Tyson Foods; Nashville, Arkansas – Industrial Maintenance Mechanic; October 1989
– May 2007.
Duties: Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing
preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor
systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals,
manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for
problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power
tools; examining form and texture of parts. Determine changes in dimensional requirements
of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring
instruments. Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools,
levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges. Control downtime by informing production workers
of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance. Fabricates repair
parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment. Maintains equipment, parts,
and supplies inventories by checking stock to
determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and
expediting orders; verifying receipt. Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment
and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Provide mechanical maintenance
information by answering questions and requests. Prepare mechanical maintenance reports
by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Maintain technical
knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications;
establishing personal networks. Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting
and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintain safe and clean
working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Contribute to
team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Skills/Qualifications: Equipment Maintenance, Technical Understanding, Technical Zeal,
Deals with Uncertainty, Basic Safety, Power Tools, Attention to Detail, Flexibility,
Supervision, Job Knowledge, Productivity
EDUCATION:
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Training Certificate; May 26, 2011; Red River Army Depot
Raymore-Peculiar High School; Peculiar, Mo; Diploma; May 28, 1982
TRAINING:
COR Training, Safety Stand Down, Suicide Prevention, Equal Employment Opportunity,
Sexual Harassment, Ethics, Diversity, Computer Security, Anti-Terriosm, Evacuation
Procedures, Fire Drills, Fire Extinguishers, Material Safety Data Sheets, Eye Wash Station,
Lock Out, Tag Out, Safe Lifting Procedures, Personal Protective Equipment, Standard
Operating Procedures, Safe Use of Tools, Hazardous Material and Waste Handling, OSHA
Safety Regulations
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Hydraulic repair and diagnosis; Hydraulics; Sheet Metal Fabrications;
Oxy/Acetylene Cutting and Welding; Mig-Tig Welding; 3-Phase Electric Motors;
Pneumatics; Hazmat Training