ADAM VANTRESS
***** ***** **** ***** ******** City, TX 77489
************@*****.*** 720-***-****
OBJECTIVE
Looking to continue my career as a mechanic
HIGHLIGHTS
Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment
Familiar with machinery electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems
Can follow electrical schematics, diagrams, and operational manuals
Have an understanding of hydraulic and mechanical troubleshooting
With a great attention to detail can install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on a variety of machines.
WORK EXPERIENCE
PUNCH PRESS AND SHEAR Field Technician 10/2015-09/2016
•Service a variety of fabrication machinery
•Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues
•Communicated effectively with customers and manufacturers to ensure the problems were fixed correctly and in a timely manner
ROCKWATER ENERGY Mechanic 01/2015-09/2015
Repair build, and trouble shoot electrical cells for water filtration systems
Worked with personnel in the field to ensure proper cleaning processes were followed
Performed work independently on various projects under strict time constraints
US ARMY Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B) 09/2010-11/2014
Repair and maintain fleet of 200 vehicles and military operation equipment
Look up parts needed for repairs and services
Train other soldiers in repair and services
Maintain service records for vehicles
Diagnostic and repair services
MCDONALD AUTO GROUP Volvo Technician 10/2008-03/2010
Troubleshooting, repair, and improvements to Volvo, Subaru, Audi, and Volkswagon
Communicated with service writers about repairs that were needed
Worked quickly and efficiently to get vehicles running again with minimum downtime
US NAVY Aviation Support Equipment Technician 08/2002-08/2006
Diagnose, repair, and maintain 75 pieces of maintenance equipment to include: 20 ton tripod hydraulic jacks, 3 cylinder diesel engines, and hydraulic systems.
Learned discipline, reporting to superior officers, and safety standards to be followed.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
CENTRAL TEXAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 10/2014 General Studies
UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE 09/2006-06/2008
Technical / Operational Certificate for Automotive Mechanic
Studied and mastered all areas of automotive maintenance.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
AMERICAN RED CROSS Plasma donor every two weeks for over a year
STATUS CATEGORY
Service-connected disabled veteran