Heavy equipment mechanic

Mika Nomura III

**** ******** ** **. ***** Rapids, Michigan 49525 aceaz6@r.postjobfree.com

805-***-****.

Military Heavy and Armored Assault Vehicles, MRAP, Stryker, Oshkosh, BAE,

diesel heavy wheel mechanic

HIGH-ENERGY AND QUALITY-FOCUSED MECHANIC WITH OVER 12 YEARS' EXPERIENCE IN

WHEEL AND AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS/MAINTENANCE AS WELL AS RECENT TRAINING IN MINE

RESISTANT AMBUSH PROTECTION VEHICLES. ABLE TO REACT QUICKLY IN HIGH-STRESS

SITUATIONS, THINKING "OUTSIDE THE BOX" TO MAKE REPAIRS WHEN RESOURCES ARE

LIMITED. AREAS OF DEMONSTRATED EXPERTISE INCLUDE

Key Skills

- Inspections - Diagnostics - Heavy Operations

- Troubleshooting - Shop Maintenance - MIG/TIG Welding

- Training and Leadership - Inventory Control - Customer Service

Employer Summary

Chugach Alaska Corporation. US Marshall Islands, USAKA Reagen Test Site.

Diesel mechanic, Powerplant operator trainee. Employed from February 2014

to present time.

I perform topside rebuilding, maintenance repair and service to Caterpillar

3606 diesel engines. I perform fuel pump, water pump, and tank farm

maintenance inspection and provide power to US Army Pacific command

operations. Rebuild water pumps, centrifugal filtering bolt ons, we read

Caterpillar technical manuals and parts ordering. I perform fuel barge

operations of line connections and valves operations and oil boone

preparations. Make control panel report writing and service engines in

need of schedule and unscheduled maintenance. Operate forklifts, 25-ton

overhead crane to lift all engine parts for overhauling procedures and

refurbishing engine parts for rebuild. After rebuild we test run re-torque

to Caterpillar specs and enter engine into service for power generation.

Involve in safety procedures at work and attend shop and safety meetings.

DAVFORCE, Camp As Sayliyah, Doha, Qatar. Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Dates: January 13 2014 to February 3 2014. (Contracted Completed)

Perform Technical Bulletin Inspection and service on HET wheel hub

assemblies, remove hub and inspect 2 positional lock tabs for on center

position. Mission to inspect 74 US Army HETs. Discovered 12 vehicles with

technical short comings and deficiencies. Photograph hubs, serial numbers

and identify axle number locations and report to Maintenance Warrant

Officer for future factory warranty service. After inspection is complete,

paint marker tabs inspection, install and service hubs, paint marker all

fasteners at manufacturer specification.

ManTech International, MSF 40 Maintenance Sustainment Facility, Kuwait.

Heavy Maintenance Mechanic, December 2012 to August 2013 (Contract

completed.)

Perform maintenance on engines, fuel, air induction, exhaust, cooling,

cranking, charging, chassis electrical systems, power train components,

and MHE hydraulic systems. Perform logistics functions including

warehousing, packaging, shipping, and maintaining, repairing operating

equipment. Perform tests, maintain and construct mechanical equipment,

machinery and components. Identify parts or components that need repair or

replacement. Performs complex trouble shooting, diagnosis and repairs on

complex tactical and combat weapons platforms. I use technical materials

and manuals to determine operational parameters, configuration

requirements, characteristics, and to research technical issues in support

of field operations.

VSE Corporation, MSF 40 Maintenance Sustainment Facility, Kuwait,

Maintenance mechanic, September 2012 to December 2012, (Contract completed)

Perform maintenance on engines, fuel, air induction, exhaust, cooling,

cranking, charging, chassis electrical systems, power train components,

and MHE hydraulic systems. Perform logistics functions including

warehousing, packaging, shipping, and maintaining, repairing operating

equipment. Perform tests, maintain and construct mechanical equipment,

machinery and components. Identify parts or components that need repair or

replacement. Performs complex trouble shooting, diagnosis and repairs on

complex tactical and combat weapons platforms. I use technical materials

and manuals to determine operational parameters, configuration

requirements, characteristics, and to research technical issues in support

of field operations.

RANGERLAND LAND SYSTEMS UIK PROGRAM,MSF 40, Kuwait, HEAVY EQUIPMENT WHEEL

MECHANIC, June 2012 TO September 2012 (Contract completed)

Perform maintenance on engines, fuel, air induction, exhaust, cooling,

cranking, charging, chassis electrical systems, power train components,

and MHE hydraulic systems. Perform logistics functions including

warehousing, packaging, shipping, and maintaining, repairing operating

equipment. Perform tests, maintain and construct mechanical equipment,

machinery and components. Identify parts or components that need repair or

replacement. Performs complex trouble shooting, diagnosis and repairs on

complex tactical and combat weapons platforms. I use technical materials

and manuals to determine operational parameters, configuration

requirements, characteristics, and to research technical issues in support

of field operations.

RANGERLAND LAND SYSTEMS UIK PROGRAM, AFGHANISTAN, HEAVY EQUIPMENT WHEEL

MECHANIC, LEADSPERSON CUTTING TEAM 2 OCTOBER 2011 TO June 2012 (Contract

completed)

Perform maintenance on engines, fuel, air induction, exhaust, cooling,

cranking, charging, chassis electrical systems, power train components,

and MHE hydraulic systems. Perform logistics functions including

warehousing, packaging, shipping, and maintaining, repairing operating

equipment. Perform tests, maintain and construct mechanical equipment,

machinery and components. Identify parts or components that need repair or

replacement. Performs complex trouble shooting, diagnosis and repairs on

complex tactical and combat weapons platforms. I use technical materials

and manuals to determine operational parameters, configuration

requirements, characteristics, and to research technical issues in support

of field operations.

Team leader of Team 2, cut, grind armor modifications for MRAP upgrade and

to train new personnel on team. Member of Team 6 on suspension modification

and a member of Team 8 Belly Armor Modification.

DAV-FORCE -OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION-JAHRA WAHA AREA KUWAIT- HEAVY WHEEL

MECHANIC - (Contract completed) MAY 2011 TO AUGUST2011

On a daily basis my duties include heavy wheel mechanic in a 100% reset

shop to perform complete overhaul of military severe duty vehicles,

hemmits, pls, and hetts. Read inspection form of overhaul requirements,

remove and replace, brake drums, shoes, hardward, drum seals and bearings,

suspension systems, walker beams, torque rods, shock absorbers, leaf spring

saddle, and mounts, replace hydraulic lift cylinder, and hydraulic lines.

Disconnect electrical wiring, oil lines, airlines, radiator to remove

diesel pack and transmission, remove and replace axles, transfer case, cab

compartment, remove and replace accessories, mudflaps, lites, reflectors,

fenders, armour etc. install reman diesel pack, rebuilt armored cabs and

ignition on to inspect drivability and performance to pass QA inspection.

DAV-FORCE/ITT -CAMP ARIFJAN, KUWAIT- HEAVY WHEEL MECHANIC -(Contract

completed). MARCH 2011 TO MAY 2011

Perform PMCS on Tactical Hummvee. Inspect and repair electrical system,

replace bulbs, switches, repair loose or broken wire and connections.

Charging and starting system, use voltmeter to measure battery volts,

alternator charging amperage, inspect alternator belt and pulley system for

loose bearings, and inspect serpentine belt for cracks, frays and belt

tension at manufacturer specification. Inspect engine block and bolt ons

for seal leaks, cracks and engine oil condition for wear and tear of

internal engine wear. Transmission test drive vehicle for shifting of all

gears, inspect transmission bell housing and case for cracks, leaks and

perform transmission filter kit. Driveline inspection of axle shafts,

propeller shaft, flange and gear hubs for damage and gear lube at

manufactory specification. Brake system, inspect master cylinder case and

seal, fluid condition with test strip kit, measure brake pads and rotors

for wear and tear compared to manufacturer specifications and text drive

for brake distance stop. Steering and suspension, inspect for center

steering, steering column, gearbox, power steering pump, ball joints, tie

rods, center link, steering knuckle, spindle, control arms, shocks, coil

springs and vehicle ride height. Exhaust inspection and repair of hangers,

pipe connections, exhaust leaks, exhaust manifold and exhaust color and

odor to determine internal engine performance. Inspect and replace body

accessories, install fuel and power steering modifications.

AEROTEK/GENERAL DYNAMICS - HEAVY WHEEL MECHANIC, FEBRUARY 2011 TO MARCH

2011 (6 Weeks Project) (Contract completed)

Install drivers external protection armor kit. Remove and reinstall fuel

modifications kit. Remove and install vehicle suspension control box. I

have experience in 570 retro kit, removing and installing diesel power pack

and transmission, retro fit coolant system, alternator, power cables,

battery box and voltage regulator, exhaust fan box. Install steering wheel

modifications, drivetrain, and sixpoint seatbelt seat retrofit. Remove

heater boxes from vehicle floor compartment. I am able to work in improved

and unimproved maintenance facilities as well as field. I am able to pass

deployment requirements and possess us passport. I am able to work

independently and with coworkers. I have good housekeeping skills, I can

work long hours in fast pace and under pressure. I believe in

environmental health and safety related hazards including the training and

ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment as described in

manuals.

PETROCHEM, VANCOUVER, WA - SCHAFFOLD BUILDER, JUNE 2010 to JANUARY 2011 .

(Contract completed)

Erect scaffolding decks in paper mills, oil refineries, and naval

shipyards. Experience in building scaffolds in boiler makers, fuel tanks,

vessels, columns, and ships mast. Perform daily scaffold safety inspections

prior to crew access to work site, scaffold modifications and communicating

with customer service. Provided inventory and control of scaffold building

material yard, scaffold teardowns and supervise teardown crew. Attend

safety meetings, in-house company training sessions, cross training into

insulation and metal installation.

AEROTEK/GENERAL DYNAMICS - HEAVY WHEEL MECHANIC, FEBRUARY 2009 TO MARCH

2009 (Contract completed. 6 Weeks Project)

Perform heavy line mechanics; remove power plant and transmission from

vehicle, by use of mobile crane and boom lift. Retrofit electrical

charging system, hi performance alternator, brackets, and coolant hoses, by

using pneumatic wrenches, hand tools. Remove battery box, overhaul cables,

retrofit wiring to new schematic drawings, install new power distribution

box, remove and install positive and negative cables. After service is

complete test vehicle for performance codes, inspect system check on

centralized tire inflation system, monitor on board computer for vehicle

engine, transmission, electrical performance in accordance with

manufacturers specifications.

LEAR SIEGLER INC., KIKRUK, IRAQ - HEAVY WHEEL MECHANIC. APRIL 2008 TO

DECEMBER 2008 (Contract completed)

Perform annual, semi-annual, and unscheduled maintenance on MRAP Caimen,

MRAP RG33l, Humvee, Hemitt wrecker, tanker and palletized loading system,

PLS, and LMTV cab over vehicles. Troubleshoot, repair, and order parts for

engine components, fuel delivery system, transmission and drivetrain, gear

hubs and axles, hydraulic brakes and airbrake systems, and electrical

malfunctions. Read engine codes and pull transmission codes with MSD or

flash indicator codes reading. Diagnose hydraulic malfunctions in switches,

relays, multivalve box, and related sensors primary, intermediate, and end

frame load position sensors. Utilize TM diagnosis, hydraulic and electrical

schematic reading, complete service packets, as well as pre- and post-

repair test drives.

AUTOZONE, PLAINFIELD, MI - COMMERICAL DRIVER, MAY 2005 TO

JANUARY 2008

Delivered parts and supplies to commercial auto repair customers; collected

warranty parts. Expedited and Performed billing, collections, returns,

parts inventories. I advised to customers on parts and installation

instructions.

ALL-TUNE AND LUBE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, SERVICE MANAGER/ AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

JANUARY 2004 TO MAY 2005

I served as Shop Administrator and Mechanics Supervisor. Interviewed and

tested applicants, wrote and dispatched service orders, ordered parts as

needed, and ensured highest level of customer service. I diagnosed and

inspected vehicles; replaced/repaired engines, transmissions, brakes,

steering, and electrical components.

GOODYEAR HI-TECH GRAND RAPIDS, MI- GENERAL MECHANIC HEAVY TRUCKS, LIGHT

TRUCKS AND PASSENGER CARS NOVEMBER 1996 TO JULY 2001

Performed vehicle inspections, repaired/replaced suspension and steering

components, and aligned 2-wheel and 4-wheel vehicles. Complete brake

inspections and repairs, brake shoe, brake pads, brake calipers, wheel

cylinders, brake lines, proportioning valve, and combination valves. I

carried out system charging maintenance on serpentine belts, tensioner,

alternator, starter, starter solenoid, and batteries.

LONG BEACH NAVAL SHIYARD, LONG BEACH, CA, SHIPWRIGHT, OCTOBER 1991 TO

JULY 1994

Shipwright worker, build scaffolding on ships hull, mast, internal

scaffolding in ships fuel tank, insulation, toeboards, break down of

scaffolding and inventory pipes, clamps, wooden planks, inspect footings of

scaffold system at the start of every shift. Perform scaffolding on the

USS Antitem and USS Roanok

EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Mine Resistant Ambush Protection Vehicles, BAE Systems, Mosul, Iraq (2008)

Automotive Repair Training, Goodyear, Elgin, IL (1998)

Customer Communication Seminar, Goodyear, Grand Rapids, MI (1997)

MIG/TIG Welding, Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Rapids, MI (1995)

California Armed Security School, Santa Fe Springs, CA (1992)

Finish Construction, Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Rapids, MI

(1991)

U.S. Army Basic Leadership Course, Ft. Gordon, GA (1983)

U.S. Army Advanced Individual Training, Ft. Gordon, GA (1983)

U.S. Army Basic Training, Ft. Dix, New Jersey (1982)

Diploma, Lynwood High School, Lynwood, CA (1982)

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

Secret Security Clearance, Department of Defense, Rangerland Systems,

sponsor

Motor Vehicle Operators Drivers License, U.S. Army (Expires July 2010)

Civilian Drivers License, Logcap III (Expires April 2010)

Drivers License, State of Michigan (Expires April 2010)

Valid U.S. Passport (Expires 2018)

International Certificate of Vaccination (Issued March 16, 2008)

MRAP RG33 Category II Vehicle Certifica y, Ft. Gordon, te (2008)

Suspension & Steering Mechanics License, State

Michigan (1996)

MIG/TIG Welding Certificate, Grand Rapids Community College (GA (1983)1996

of Michigan (1997) Tactical Communications Certificate, U.S. Arm

Caterpillar Hydraulics, Long Beach City College, Long Beach California,

January 2010, still attending.

TWIC in my possession

TSIRT

Anti terrorism

OPSEC

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SAEDA

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EO/POSH

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Suicide Prevention

Trafficking

Report intelligence information

Fraternization Policy Afghanistan

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