Transport Trailer Mechanic

Shawn McDowell

** ***** ****

Sherwood Park, Alberta.

T8A 0H1

Tel #: 587-***-****

E-mail: ************@*****.**.**

Objective: Seeking the position of a Heavy-Duty Truck and

Transport Trailer Mechanic and to provide an innovative and

experienced approach to the organization that will foster growth.

Summary:

Over three (3) years experience in performing skilled mechanical task in

preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnosis of malfunctions,

repairs, modification, and overhaul of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic

and pneumatic systems.

Summary of Qualification:

A very good understanding of the full range of methodology and

techniques used in repairing, servicing and maintenance of vehicle

and equipment.

The ability to perform road and diagnostic test to identify defects

in operation and to verify work orders.

A sound understanding of the operation and skilled in used of the

various tools, equipment and materials used in the repair and

maintenance of heavy-duty machinery and equipments.

Great knowledge of mechanical principles and theories.

The ability in repair and maintain complex mechanical, electrical,

hydraulic and pneumatic power systems.

Education:

2014 Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training

Heavy Equipment - Technician Transport Trailer

Mechanic

2006-2010 University of Technology

Mechanical Engineering Diploma

2003-2006 National Tools and Engineering Institute

Level 1 and Level 2 certificate in Mechanical

Maintenance

Level 3 NVQJ Diploma in Mechanical Maintenance

Achievements: HET Transport Trailer Mechanic Journeyman

Certificate

Certificate in Engine Rebuilding Techniques, Auto-

Tech Institute.

Certificate in Preventive Maintenance Management,

National Tools and Engineering Institute.

Certificate in Advance Air Condition and Refrigeration

National Tools and Engineering Institute.

Certificate in Electrical Design Systems

National Tools and Engineering Institute.

Professional Experience:

June 2014 – Present HET- Transport Trailer Journeyman

Caron Transportation System

301 Streambank Avenue, Sherwood Park,

Alberta T8H 1N1. Tel#: 780-***-****

Responsible for the general maintenance of Tractor and Trailer

Units.

Under Trailer Service including:

Chassis Lubrication

Check Push Rod Travel and Neutral Dynamite

Check brake Hose for cracks and chafing

Check Brake Chamber integrity and mounting condition

Check for Air Leaks, Drain Air Tanks, inspect Air Reservoir and

Valve

Check and adjust manual and auto slack adjusters

Check Cam Bushings conditions.

Check Brake Drum and Brake Linining condition along with Cam

Rotation

Visual inspection of Maxi Springs Condition

Check Trailer Lights Condition such as:

Signal Lights and Hazard Lamps integrity

Brake Lights

Clearance Lights and Reflectors

Light Plug, Socket and Cord integrity

Frame and Suspension

Check and replace defective Leaf Spring or Air Bags

Check Shock Absorber condition and replace as necessary

Adjust and grease Fifth Wheel

Check Fifth Wheel Upper Coupler integrity

Check the condition of Equalizer and Torque Arm Bushing

Check Tires, Rims, Wheel and Hub Condition including:

Inspect Wheel Seals Condition and Replace as required

Check and adjust Tire Pressure

Inspect Rims and Spacers Condition

Diagnosis on: electrical Meritor ABS System

Check Loose Wheel Lugs, Wheel and Torque as Necessary

Check Bearings End Play and adjust as required

Check Tire Tread Depth Condition and repaired as required

Oct 2011 – May 2014 Corrective and Preventive Maintenance

Technician, KCT Services Limited

Kingston Tel: 1-876-***-****

Responsible for the general maintenance of Yard Tractors, Trailers

and Heavy Duty Yard Equipment.

Change engine oil and oil filters, fuel filters, replace injectors,

change timing belts and pulleys.

Remove engine from unit, replace parts such as turbo chargers,

injector pumps, alternators, stop solenoid, brake pumps, starters,

water pumps and install engine in units.

Remove and replace transmission in units, conduct general

servicing, change transmission oil and oil filters, valve bank,

replace pressure and temperature switches and program clutch

adjustments.

Overhaul hydraulic cylinders, do pressure checks on hydraulic

systems, change hydraulic pumps, and solenoid valves. Replace

hydraulic Switches. Check hydraulic fault codes on PLC.

Function check hydraulic circuits.

Remove and replace wet disk brake chamber. Overhaul brake

chamber; replace friction plates and clutch disk, replace seals and

pressure heck brake chamber. Replace brake fittings, fabricate

brake tubes and pipes.

Replace brake shoes, replace and adjust park brake cable, replace

brake cylinder and brake adjuster, adjust brakes, replace brake

drums. Assemble and disassemble backing plate. Inspect brake

linings.

Remove and replace air compressors, air dryers, air tanks, check

for air leaks, replace air valves. Check air pressure.

Read and interact with PLC display unit, diagnose fault codes, set

and verify PLC parameters, Trouble shoot PLC circuits and

function check PLC circuits. Replace relays, fuse, circuit breakers,

diodes, input and output blocks, verify wiring diagrams and circuit

connections.

Replace and adjust suspension parts; replace dampers, leaf springs,

shock absorber/struts, replace steering arm, tie rods, steering

control arms, conduct alignment. Replace wheel bearing, cone

wheel hubs. Remove and replace wheels.

Types of Engine I’ve worked on:

Detroit diesel Turbo, 6V-53

Sisu Diesel 634 DSE Turbo

Cummings QSM 11, Tier 3 Turbo, Diesel

Cummings QSB 5.9 Turbo Diesel

Cummings M11-C330 Turbo, Diesel

Cummings QSB 6.7, Turbo, Diesel

Perkins, Turbo, Diesel

Mercedes Benz, Turbo, Diesel.

Reference: Available upon request.

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