Justin Hicks
Carrollton, TX 75006 (permanent)
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OBJECTIVE
I am looking for a position in a results-oriented company that seeks a
motivated and career-focused individual where acquired skills, education,
and leadership experience will be utilized as a Diesel Technician.
EDUCATION
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) - Dallas, TX
Diploma in Diesel Technology
Graduation: 10/2014
GPA: 4.0
High School Diploma
Victoria College, Victoria, Texas
Graduation: 05/2005
SKILLS & TRAINING (Classwork)
Introduction to Engines Diesel
Engines
Introduction to Powertrains Diesel Engine Fuel Systems
Introduction to Undercar Transport Refrigeration
Electrical Fundamentals Preventative
Maintenance
Electrical Applications Hydraulics
Advanced Electrical Applications
Drivetrain
Braking Systems HVAC
Brakes
Automatic Transmissions
Manual Transmissions
Steering & Suspension Systems I
Steering & Suspension Systems II
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
United States Army Reserves, Seagoville, Texas
Jul 2013 - Present
Specialist
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
United States Army- Fort Lewis, WA Aug
2010 - Jul 2013
Specialist
Wheel Vehicle Mechanic/Stryker Systems Maintainer
. Maintained wheeled Military vehicles, associated trailers and material
handling equipment systems
. Inspected,serviced, maintained, repaired, replaced, adjusted and
tested wheeled military vehicles and material handling equipment
systems, subsystems and components
. Serviced electrical systems including wiring harness, and starting and
charging systems
. Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations in Afghanistan
. Performed field and sustainment level maintenance on various vehicle
systems to include the suspension systems, steering systems, hydraulic
systems, fire extinguisher/suppression systems and vehicular mounted
armament
. Supervised compliance with shop safety program and use, and
maintenance and security of power tools
. Diagnosed and troubleshot malfunctions
. Supervised and provided technical guidance to junior grade Soldiers
. Performed battlefield damage and assessment and repair
. Served one year active duty in Afghanistan.
United States Army, Aberdeen, MD Apr 2010 -
Aug 2010
Aberdeen Proving Ground
Private 2nd Class
United States Army, Ft. Jackson, SC Jan
2010 - Apr 2010
Private 1st Class
Basic Training
Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Huntsville, TX
Dec 2007 - Dec 2009
Prison Guard
. Searched for contraband and provided security; counts, feeds, and
supervises offenders in housing, work, and other areas accessed by
stairs; and maintained security of various assigned areas involving
long periods of sitting and standing, climbing stairs and ladders to
reach assigned areas, and working at heights.
. Responded to emergencies, including climbing stairs and ladders while
searching for escaped offenders, hearing calls for and calling for
help, giving first aid at the emergency site, carrying an injured or
unconscious offender or employee various distances to safety.
CERTIFICATIONS
United States Army:
Wheeled Recovery Vehicle Specialist - Mar 2012
Stryker Systems Maintainer - Aug 2010
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic - May 2010
HONORS & AWARDS
Army Commendation Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
Army Achievement Medal
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Sgt. Hurtado Juan
United States Army
SSG Heimen, Ricky
United States National Guard
INTERESTS/PERSONAL
I am married and have two children, age 6 and 8 mos. In my spare time I
enjoy running, hiking/backpacking, camping, snowboarding and Tae Kwon Do.