Peter Perez

Apple Valley, CA *****

ad3tct@r.postjobfree.com

+1-760-***-****

Government Contract .Heavy Equipment Mechanic for 21Years, specializing in military Equipment! Caterpillar

(CAT), Detroit engines/ Allison transmissions. Proficiently completes diesel engine/transmission repairs and part replacements under tight time constraints. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Heavy Senior Mechanic

Amentum - Mannheim

February 2023 to June 2023

Performs scheduled maintenance and in-depth repair as required on ground support equipment. Reviews maintenance records of periodic maintenance to ensure equipment is fully operational in support of daily equipment requirements. Uses an assortment of basic hand tools in addition to precision measuring devices….APS-2/RFI operations in Germany. temp-contractors 90 days Mechanic

specialize military equipment Technica LLC - Barstow, CA December 2007 to December 2022

• Troubleshoot problems in vehicle engines,electrical systems,steering, brakes and suspensions.

• Troubleshoot for solutions to operating deficiencies and poor vehicle performance.

• Perform condition coding to determine if vehicle or units eligible for re-maintenance.

• Complete, inspect, remove, test .modify, overhaul, and rebuild full tracked tank components.

• Have used calibrated air pressure gages on fuel cells to inspect for leaks, proper sealant.

• I have an excellent understanding of on-board computer diagnostic systems and other test equipment.

• Ability to test automotive computer control systems and emission systems.

• I am skilled in operating a variety of test equipment (e.g.engine analyzers, capacity testers to determine if batteries are discharging or need replacement, hand-held computer diagnostic equipment, circuit testers, micrometers and dial indicators, tachometers, dwell meters, and battery hydrometers.

• Understanding of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems and their interrelationships to analyze test results in order to locate improperly functioning parts for repair or replacement.

• Able to read in interpret military TM's, 2404's and work orders,

• Adjusted brakes, transmission linkages, engine idle, voltage and current control valves, sensing valves.

• Serviced and checked air conditioning systems including purging and recharging systems, flush radiators and replace anti-freeze solutions, and align front ends of cars and trucks by adjusting caster, camber, and setting toe-in.

• Performs scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance actions on various material handling equipment such as but not limited to: various types and sizes of forklifts (4k to 10k and 15k) heavy equipment transport trucks and trailers IAW appropriate procedures and publication… Equipment Mechanic

BAE System Heavy - Fort Stewart, GA

April 2006 to December 2007

Located worn or poorly adjusted parts, and auditory checks, and through the use of a small variety of test equipment such as test lamps, timing lights, multi meters’ tachometers, and dwell meters.

• Repaired and removed filler cap, gaskets, element -rings, coupling half, dust cap, oil valve and indicator fluid level on the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir.

• Have removed and replaced slip yokes, universal joint assembly, shaft assembly, ball bearing unit, fittings, and flange and insulator angle brackets during a rebuild.

• Tested vehicles and their components and systems.

• Adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.

• Operated equipment such as infrared engine analyzers’ compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.

• Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors.

• Completed routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns.

• Interfaced with management and colleagues in a professional manner.

• Diagnosed computer and electrical failure with appropriate testing equipment.

• Managed and maintained the necessary level of supplies in the shop.

• Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.

• Disassembled engines and repaired or replaced defective parts.

• Replaced drive and hydraulic systems.

• Specialized in repairing and maintaining diesel engines/transmissions.

• Performs technical inspections, determines repair parts required and performs mechanical maintenance actions and repairs on various tactical and commercial vehicles and equipment IAW appropriate procedures and publications.

heavy track Mechanic

Bowhead eagle Heavy - Fort Irwin, CA

March 2004 to April 2006

Performed proper checks and services in accordance with -10/20 Technical Manuals.

• Repaired and// or replaced major as well as minor deadline components on the Bradley M113A3, M9 ACE. HET,Abrams

1. .M577A2, 1068, 1068AFATAD, and 1064..

• Replaced major components from tracked vehicles (M113A3, M577A2, 1068, Bradley 1068AFATAD, and M1064A3) such as, engines, transmissions, and integrated sight units.

• Checked and adjusted gage readings, fluid levels and pumps.

• Received work orders, prioritized tasks, assigned repair jobs based on training, experience, and current work and production load.

• Maintain 400 tracked and/ or wheeled vehicles at 90% readiness state which were issued at two-week intervals to training soldiers.

• Perform annual and semi-annual services on vehicles keeping them at top assembly, components on all vehicles listed performance.

• Conducts technical inspections, verifications of work performed and oversees maintenance on combat / tactical tracked vehicles and equipment and their subsystems

• Performs technical inspections, determines repair parts required and performs mechanical maintenance actions and repairs on various combat / tactical tracked vehicles and equipment IAW appropriate procedures and publications

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Northrop Grumman - Fort Irwin, CA

September 2003 to March 2004

• Completed all necessary repairs on all 30 level maintenance..

• Rebuilt and overhauled engines.

• Replaced defective engines and subassemblies.

• Dismantled equipment using hoists, and lifting devices.

• Operated equipment inspected equipment to diagnose defects for repair.

• Complied with all safety requirements of OSHA. maintains, repairs, troubleshoots, modifies and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices such as electronic transmitting and receiving equipment (e.g., radar, radio, television, telecommunication, sonar, and navigational aids); personal and main frame computers and terminals, industrial, medical, measuring, and controlling equipment; and industrial robotic devices. The successful incumbent applies technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining equipment malfunctions, and applies skill in restoring equipment operation, evaluates performance and reliability of prototype or production mode, and recommends changes in circuitry or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance. Skills

• English

• Caterpillar

• Automotive repair

• Hydraulics

• Transmissions

• Automotive diagnostics

• Heavy Equipment (10+ years)

• Forklift

• Computer skills

• Air brake

• Excavator (10+ years)

• Dozer (10+ years)

• Military

• Power tools

• Mechanical Knowledge (10+ years)

• Calipers (10+ years)

• Vehicle maintenance

• Mechanic experience

• Equipment repair

• Brake repair

• Backhoe (10+ years)

• Hand tools

• OSHA

• Electrical experience

• Maintenance

• Diesel engine repair

• Hazmat

Certifications and Licenses

Air Brake Endorsement

Driver's License

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