Wheeled Vehicle Heavy Equipment

Christopher C Colagross **** Clairidge ave Killeen TX 76549 United States Email:

*******@*****.*** Cell: 254-***-****

Work Experience Army Field Support Battalion Hood, Maintenance Division

(08/03/20)-{09/31/21} Fort Hood, Texas Supervisor: Rex Wheeler - 254-***-****; Contact: Yes Series 5801 Mobile Equipment Mechanic Pay Grade: WG-10 Performs the full range of troubleshooting, maintenance repair, and overhaul of heavy combat and tactical wheeled vehicles such as STRYKER (DVH) family of Vehicles. family of Armored Security Vehicle (ASV), Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP), family of MRAP All-Terrain Vehicle (MATV), family of Reconnaissance Vehicles (FOX), Heavy Equipment Transport (HET), Family of Palletized Loading System (PLS), Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT), Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV), High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), Fuel Tanker Dispensing Systems, tactical trailers, and industrial, commercial, light combat or other support type vehicles, e.g., passenger cars and sedans, utility vehicles, pickups, buses, trucks, motorcycles, tractors, forklift trucks, multi-wheel drive vehicles, auxiliary power take-off equipment and electric-powered material handling equipment forklifts, stock selectors, rack loaders, pallet lacks, golf carts, electric utility carts, and battery chargers. Troubleshoots, disassembles, cleans, flushes, repairs/replaces, overhauls, assembles, and installs engines, transmissions, transfer cases, axle assemblies, differentials, hydraulic systems,, hydraulic components such as Hydraulic Control Units (HCU), hydraulic cylinders, motors, pumps, independent valve assemblies, control valves, actuators, accumulators, hydraulic and/or mechanical brake and control systems, steering systems, fuel injection systems, heating/cooling systems, clutches, pumps, drives Engine Control Units

(ECU), Transmission Control Units

(TCU), etc. and components of vehicle cab and crew air conditioning systems utilizing specialized test equipment and tools on the full range of vehicles and equipment. Overhauls steering lift and tilt mechanisms, replaces bearings in hoist channels and carriage and repairs and replaces chains. Replaces or repairs gear cases hydraulic lifts and tilts by replacing pistons, shafts, coils, packing, diaphragms, etc. Troubleshoots and repairs all types of failures in 6,12, 24, 36, and 48-volt electrical systems or circuits in heavy combat wheeled vehicles and light mobile equipment, including ignition, and power circuits using specialized diagnostic devices and testing equipment. Tests, repairs, and replaces instrument gauges or panels, such as heat, ohmmeter, oil, temperature, etc. with the appropriate indicator. Inspects equipment and tests units that do not operate or operate improperly; traces wiring circuits, checks control boxes, generators, alternators, hydraulic and pneumatic actuated electrical controls Automatic Electronic Fire Suppression systems (AFIS) utilizing specialized test equipment and tools. Operates the full range of tactical and combat vehicles to determine operating characteristics and moves equipment in and around repair areas. Performs in-process technical Inspection of equipment undergoing repairs, test-drives, inspects, and makes operational checks of completed work to ensure that all repairs indicated on job order have been accomplished in accordance with current maintenance standards. Operates a forklift up to 50,000 pound capacity and motor vehicles up 25,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) capacity to transport heavy materials and equipment utilized in the overall repair process in and around shop areas. Performs inspections and maintenance on all shop equipment utilized in the performance of duties. Operates a computer terminal to utilize automated technical manuals and commercial reference material. Utilizes automated technical manuals to perform troubleshooting and to identify repair parts required to complete repairs. Utilizes Microsoft programs to conduct routine documentation of work completed. . Recovers disabled or inoperable tactical vehicles and equipment in response to special requests for assistance. Required to respond to emergency trouble calls to conduct repair and/or recovery during non-duty hours utilizing vehicle recovery equipment. Required to drive government vehicles to transport materials, parts, tools and equipment. Performs simple welding to make minor repairs, minor fabrications, loosen or cut off bolts, or other tasks in support of the duties of the position.

Work Experience Army Field Support Battalion Hood, Maintenance Division (08/03/20) -{09/31/21}Fort Hood, Texas

devices and testing equipment. Traces circuits, checks control boxes, generators, distributors, motors, as well as magnetic, hydraulic and pneumatic actuated electrical controls. Repairs and replaces wiring; removes, test, repairs and replaces defective assemblies and parts, i.e., switches, relays, etc; repairs and adjust controls, i.e., voltage control units, current controls, series switches, etc.; tests, repairs and adjust panel instruments, i.e., heat gauges, ammeters, oil pressure gauges, temperature gauges. Diagnose and repairs fuel system failures. Repairs and replaces injectors, fuel pumps and fuel lines. Performs engine tune up and final adjustments. Advise and assist workers in the inspection and repair of a full range of large engine, transmissions, differentials, axles, hydraulic and pneumatic controls and fuel and electrical systems. Utilize schematics, technical manuals, and bulletins for troubleshooting and repair of wiring and hydraulic systems. Road test vehicles to ensure proper repairs and operation of equipment.

General Dynamics (05/10/19-{09/25/19)

Fort Hood, Texas Supervisor: Mr Brown - 254-***-****; Contact:Yes Field Support Technician Salary: $19.00 per hour Hours per week: 40 Duties: Performs the full range of repair and modifications on the M1. Responsible for diagnosis and repair work on suspensions, engines, transfers, transmissions, Final drive, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, steering mechanisms, brake systems, electrical systems, launcher power units, small engine system. Removes and repairs final drive. Disassembles repairs and or replaces hub bearings, carrier bearings, arm bearings, ring gears. Replaces and adjusts tracks, road wheel bearings idler wheels, idler bearings and oil seals; replaces suspension arms, torsion bars. Advise and assist workers in the inspection and repair of a full range of large engine, transmissions, differentials, axles, hydraulic and pneumatic controls and fuel and electrical systems. Utilize schematics, technical manuals, and bulletins for troubleshooting and repair of wiring and hydraulic systems. Also put into place rear view drivers camera all wiring and components for this system.

Kellogg brown & root, (12/2006 - 12/2007) LTD Afghanistan Wheel Vehicle Mechanic Performs the full range of repair and modification work on heavy/light wheeled equipment (M1114, M1151, M998), and vehicles tactical and non-tactical. Responsible for diagnostics and repair work on suspensions, engines, frames, transfers, transmissions, differentials, fuel systems and pneumatic systems, steering mechanisms, repairs brake systems by repairing or replacing brake shoes, hydraulic systems to include master and wheel cylinders electrical systems and turbo chargers. Converted M998 vehicles to M1114. Worked in Forward Operating Base with little to no supervision, Advise and assist workers in the inspection and repair of a full range of large engine, transmissions, differentials, axles, hydraulic and pneumatic controls and fuel and electrical systems. Utilize schematics, technical manuals, and bulletins for troubleshooting and repair of wiring and hydraulic systems.

Equipment Concentration site 64 (05/15/2000- (05/25/2019) Fort Hood, Texas Mechanic

Duties: Performs the full range of overhaul and repair work on 113 series, and Command vehicles M577/W APU. Removes engines or power packs from vehicle, disassembles engines determining the extent of repair and/or rebuild. Replaces starters, generators, ignition and wiring. Checks and cleans injectors; inspects and/or repairs and adjusts timing valves, distributors, coils, condensers, etc. Removes and replaces transmissions. Replaces defective selector rods, clutches, bearings, valve bodies, etc. Removes and repairs differentials and final drive. Disassembles repairs and or replaces pinion bearings, carrier bearings, axle bearings, ring gears, differential housing, and universal joints. Replaces and adjusts tracks, road wheel bearings idler wheels, idler bearings and oil seals; replaces suspension arms, torsion bars, stabilizer bars, etc. Repairs and adjusts power and mechanical steering systems as required. Diagnoses and repairs all types of failures in electrical systems (24 volt) to include ignition, lighting and power circuits using various devices and testing equipment. Traces circuits, checks control boxes, generators, distributors, motors, magnetos, and coils as well as magnetic, hydraulic and pneumatic actuated electrical controls. Repairs and replaces wiring; removes, test, repairs and replaces defective assemblies and parts, i.e., line switches,

Supervisor: Eric Warner - 254-***-****; Contact: Yes Series 5801 Mobile Equipment Mechanic Leader Pay Grade: WG - 09

Salary: $21.28 per hour Hours per week: 40 Performs field and sustainment maintenance repairs, reconditions, or rebuilds a variety of tactical and commercial automotive equipment. Tactical equipment includes but is not limited to the SUPER HET, MRAP, HEMMT, PLS, FMTV, LMTV, and HMMWV series of vehicles, tactical trailers, and various types of tactical ground support equipment. Commercial equipment includes but is not limited to heavy and light trucks, buses, sedans, forklifts, electric carts, tractors, mobile and self-propelled cranes, ground support equipment, auxiliary equipment, etc. Repairs engines, transmissions, transfer cases, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, compressed air systems, hydraulic and mechanical brake control systems, steering systems, fuel injection systems, differentials and drive axles, and drive clutches on the full range of vehicles and equipment. Repairs electrical systems and electronic components by testing, adjusting, and cleaning units such as engine control unit, transmission control unit, starters, generators, regulators, distributors, etc., for short wear or function and replaces parts such as fuses, relays, brushes, and solenoids. Performs troubleshooting procedures using applicable technical references, special electronic test equipment, and computerized test equipment such as Detroit Diesel Electronic Controls (DDEC) Sensor test kit (Pro-Link), Master-tech Scanner Multi-functional, Snap-On Scanner Multi-functional, Pro-Link Scanner Multi-functional, Maintenance Support Device (MSD) and other diagnostic scanners.

Work Experience U.S. Army (04/01/1987)-(04/01/2019) First Duty station Korea last duty station Ft Hood Heavy mobile equipment mechanic Hours per week: 40-60 Duties: Performs the full range of diagnostic, overhaul and repair work (general support) of complex Military and Commercial equipment to include heavy cranes with telescoping hydraulic booms, 50,000 pound material handling equipment, STRYKER Armored Security Vehicle (ASV), Mine Resistant Ambush Protected

(MRAP), MRAP All-Terrain Vehicle (MATV), FOX, Heavy Equipment Transport (HET), Palletized Loading System (PLS), Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV), High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle

(HMMWV), Fuel Tanker Dispensing Systems industrial, commercial, light combat or other support type vehicles,, rack loaders, pallet jacks, golf carts, electric utility carts, and battery chargers.DVIOO, DV43, RT240 Kalmar, M9 ACE, scoop loaders, tractors

(wheelindustrial), armored vehicle launcher and transport with up to 60 feet of assault bridge, tractors (crawler-full track), ditching machines, fire trucks, rock crushers, screening plants, power shovels, front end loaders, cranes, bulldozers, road graders, rollers, heavy duty compressors, large generators, tractors, large. trucks hydraulic lifts and accessory equipment attachments and rough terrain fork lifts. Troubleshoots, diagnoses malfunctions and effects the full range of systems and component repairs (GS/DS) to engine and power train assemblies, crossdrive transmissions, hydraulic mechanisms, steering, fuel, hydraulic, brake, cooling, pneumatic systems, fuel injection systems, Electro-mechanical systems, Electro-hydraulic systems, supervisory electronic control mechanisms Automatic Electronic Fire Suppression systems (AFIS). Uses various devices and testing equipment Skilled in the use of specialized diagnostic computer equipment such as Detroit Diesel Electronic Controls

(DDEC) Sensor test kit (Pro-Link), Master-tech Scanner Multi functional, Snap-On Scanner Multi-functional, Pro-Link Scanner Multi-functional, Maintenance Support Device (MSD) and other diagnostic scannersto diagnoses and repair all types of failures in electrical systems (6, 12, 24, 36, and 48-volt). Advise and assist workers in the inspection and repair of a full range of large engine, transmissions, differentials, axles, hydraulic and pneumatic controls and fuel and electrical systems. Utilizes electronic technical manuals, technical bulletins, manufacturers specifications, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, hydraulic electrical schematic diagrams, modification work orders, accepted trade practices, . Breaks down, repairs, adjusts or modifies complex systems and components for which limited technical manuals, design drawings or specifications are available. Innovates and improvises repairs, when existing procedures will not provide desired results by adapting and altering components possibly designed for other purposes. Skilled in the use of a variety of power tools such as : bench grinder, soldering iron, disc sander, hydraulic press, hand drill, drill press, air electric impact bench and metering and measuring devices to include micrometer caliper, multi-meter, 1/0 depth gauge, voltohmmeter, pressure gauge torque Wrench, tachometer, dynamometer, magnetic pick-ups (MPU'S), and vernier calipers in fabricating and repair or components and provision of equipment overhaul to dimensional tolerances and specifications. Performs arc electrical/gas welding to effect minor repairs or modifications to equipment as required. Certified in vehicle HVAC systems (609).Preforms quality assurance/quality control inspections on repairs conducted by other workers to ensure conformance with established policies, procedures and regulations. Road test vehicles to ensure proper repairs and operation of equipment. Operates gasoline, diesel, or electric fork lifts with 2000-28000 pound lift capacity to move heavy repair parts and equipment in and around repair facility. Directorate of Logistics, Maintenance Division (02/04/2008 - 12/20/2009) Fort Hood, Texas Supervisor: Bob Cruff - 254-***-****; Contact: Yes Series 5801 Light Wheel Mechanic Pay Grade: WG -10

Salary: $21.37 per hour Hours per week: 40 Duties: Performs the full range of overhaul and repair work on heavy-mobile equipment and vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. Types of equipment repaired M998 series, MTV series vehicles (M1078, M1079, M1083,1090,1094, 1088), Trailers (M101, M106, M989) and M88 series vehicle. Removes engines or power packs from vehicle, disassembles engines determining the extent of repair and/or rebuild. Replaces starters, generators, ignition components and wiring. Checks and cleans injectors; inspects and/or repairs and adjusts magnets, timing valves, etc. Removes and replaces transmissions. Replaces defective selector rods, clutches, bearings, valve bodies, etc. Removes and repairs differentials and final drive. Disassembles repairs and or replaces pinion bearings, carrier bearings, axle bearings, ring gears, differential housing, and universal joints. Replaces and adjusts tracks, road wheel bearings idler wheels, idler bearings and oil seals; replaces suspension arms, torsion bars, stabilizer bars. Repairs brake systems by repairing or replacing brake shoes, hydraulic systems to include master and wheel cylinders and air brake systems. Repairs and adjusts power and mechanical steering systems as required. Diagnoses and repairs all types of failures in electrical systems (12 and 24 volt) to include ignition, lighting and power circuits using various

relays, etc; repairs and adjust controls, i.e., voltage control units, current controls, series switches, etc.; tests, repairs and adjust panel instruments, l.e., heat gauges, ammeters, oil pressure gauges, temperature gauges, Diagnose and repairs fuel system failures. Repairs and replaces injectors, fuel pumps and fuel lines. Performs engine tune-up and final adjustments. Advise and assist workers in the inspection and repair of a full range of large engine, transmissions, differentials, axles, hydraulic and pneumatic controls and fuel and electrical systems. Utilize schematics, technical manuals, and bulletins for troubleshooting and repair of wiring and hydraulic systems. Road test vehicles that are repaired.

Maintenance Supervisor (05/1997 - 02/2000) U.S. Army Supervised between 10-108 personal performing maintenance on a variety of equipment. Assigned work, ordered, tracked and released supplies needed to insure continued work. Organized the professional development and growth of junior mechanics by conducting training to improve maintenance, records, and save money with proper supply management. Insured compliance to work orders and equipment modification request. Enforced safety guidelines according to environmental protection agencies, hazardous material regulations, and installation guidelines. Coordinated transportation for the movement of over 134 pieces of equipment valued at 40 million dollars. Tracked maintenance utilizing Logistics software and Microsoft products to ensure records were properly maintained, and filed.

Mechanic/Recovery Vehicle Operator (07/1989 - 04/1997) U.S. Army Diagnoses and troubleshoots malfunctions and performs organizational maintenance and on-board direct support tasks on the M60 Tank, M2/M3 Bradley, M35 Truck, 800and 900 series 5 ton truck, M113 series track vehicle, M88, suspension systems, steering systems, fire extinguisher/suppression systems, gas particulate systems, vehicular mounted armament, and associated fire control systems. Supervises soldiers, and provides technical guidance to the soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties. Diagnoses and corrects malfunctions of various subsystems, performs on-board direct support tasks i.e., major assembly replacement. Assist skill level one soldiers with troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.

Mechanic/Recovery Vehicle Operator (04/1997 - 06/2000) U.S. Army Diagnoses and troubleshoots malfunctions and performs organizational maintenance and on-board direct support tasks on the M60 Tank, M35 Truck, 800 series 5 ton truck, M113 series track vehicle, M88, M901 Tow Vehicle, M578 Recovery vehicle suspension systems, steering systems, fire extinguisher/suppression systems, gas particulate systems, vehicular mounted armament, and associated fire control systems, Education Continuing Education, General Studies, Central Texas College, Killeen, TX, 1995 Graduate, III Corps Safety Course, U.S. Army, Fort Hood, TX, 2002 Graduate, ULLS-G Course, U.S. Army, Fort Hood, TX, 2001 Graduate, Senior Level Maintenance Course, U.S. Army, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD, 1993

Award- 1 Army Meritorious Service Medal (04/01/2019) Award- 6 Army Achievement Medal (04/01/2000- (04/01/2018 Award - 5 Army Commendation Medal (03/17/2004)

Award - 8 Good Conduct Medals (02/28/2006) For exemplary behavior efficiency and fidelity in active federal military service

Award - Mechanics Badge (10/12/1984) Denotes the attainment of a high degree of skill in the operation and maintenance of motor vehicles

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