Preventative Maintenance Heavy Duty

David Vargas

E-mail: **********@*****.*** **** Meadow Lark Drive, Lorain, Ohio 44053

Home: 440-***-**** / Cell: 917-***-****

PROFILE:

Ambitious and tactful professional with documented success in heavy duty truck and trailer repair, preventive maintenance of diesel engines and replacement of defective parts. Thorough knowledge of applicable OSHA, DOT and CSA regulations. Particularly effective in enhancing fuel economy of heavy vehicles. Excellent communicator, exceptional interpersonal, multi-tasker, analytical and organizational skills. Excellent computer skills, type 23-30 wpm, knowledge in Microsoft 2010 Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Windows NT, keen eye for detail. Proficient in Internet related skills (browsing, searching, downloading, etc. using Netscape navigator, Explorer, etc.). Top Secret Clearance. Proficient knowledge in carpentry, building maintenance, safe operation, hand and power tools, safe lifting and handling procedures. Bilingual English/Spanish. Master of all aspects of Preventative Maintenance on all vehicle system with the ability to train and develop other technicians.

CORE COMPETENCIES

- Genie Forklift - JLG Skytrak - Leakage Control

- Terex Pt 70, Pt 90

Skidsteer

- Yale Forklift - Diagnosis

- Bobcat Mini Excavator - Kawasaki Mule Gas & Diesel - Electrical Inspection

- Bobcat Excavator - Bobcat Skidsteer S175, T190, T590, T750

- Valve Operations

- John Deere 160G - Terex Light Towers - Transition Maintenance

- John Deere - Electric Mini Excavator - Engine Assembly

- BobcatE 26, E28, E32 - Hydraulic Maintenance - Wheel Alignment EXPERIENCE:

Erie Marine Sales

Marine Mechanic 04/09/23 – 02/06/25

Diagnose, repair and perform preventative maintenance on various boat systems including engines, electrical components, steering, hulls and propellers.

Ensure safe and optimal vessel operation.

Order parts for vessels. Install auto pilots, and computers such as lowrance fishfinder, Bluetooth, point 9, and weather radar such as Garmin and Simrad. Install transducers, and fishing rod holders on the boats. Replace worn out parts including spark plugs.

Connect steering wheel for the front and rear of the boats. Install throttle control for the front and rear of boats. Bleed hydraulics to work together. Install compasses. Winterizing vessels. Perform oil changes with filters.

R and J Trucking

Diesel Mechanic 01/03/23 – 04/08/23

Diagnose Peterbilt, Mack, International repair and reassemble parts as necessary. Inspect, test and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using Davie Software, Bendix and Tool Tech and ABS System.

Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment as well as machinery. Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other vital parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.

Perform preventative maintenance, Federal DOT inspections, troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines, parts, water pumps, clutch fans, electrical lighting. Certified to perform DOT inspections.

Adjust and realign brakes and reassemble equipment. Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment. Recharge AC using Robin Air as well as perform PM Services, PM-A, PM-B, PM-C, PM-G and PM-J.

David Vargas (con’t) 917-***-****

FleetPride

Diesel Technician III 06/17/21 – 09/01/22

Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunction(s). Train new service shop employees on company procedures regarding vehicle repairs. Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers. Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and filter replacements.

Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories) systems and hendrickson walking beam type suspension systems. Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, exhaust systems, steering systems, air conditioning, PTO’s and custom exhaust system. Adjust, remove and replace clutches and drivelines.

Overhaul, troubleshoot and repair diesel and gasoline engines. Troubleshoot and repair fuel tanks, fifth wheels, trailer hitches, pintle hooks, auxiliary axles and frames. Perform tandem alignment, front axle king pin and bushing repair. Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding. Review service story provided by service writers and determine tasks that need to be accomplished in order for the order to be completed in a timely manner.

File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools. Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders. Train new service shop employees on company procedures regarding vehicle repairs. Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers. Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Puryear Tank Lines

Assistant Supervisor/Diesel Mechanic 04/17 – 06/08/21

Assembling gliders together from start to finish. Install engines, transmission and make all hydraulic hoses and all fuel line hoses. Install hydro packs, make hydraulic hoses for hydro motors (propane & butane).

Work on dump truck making all towers that operate dump truck of opening and closing the rear door and opening and closing of tarps.

Perform wheel alignment on trucks. Remove and install rear differentials. Repair all damage vehicles. Install cameras and Geo Tab. Install paragon blowers for cement trucks.

Perform welding on all trucks (if applicable) and fabrication needed on trucks. Assure trucks have triangles, fire extinguishers, Federal DOT Inspections. Keep inventory control for all parts as well as parts needed for current jobs. Assure job productivity for other mechanics. Assure safety is top priority. Brown Fleet Service

Diesel Mechanic 07/16 - 04/17

Diagnose failures of vehicles disassemble, repair and reassemble parts as necessary. Inspect, test and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts and pressure gauges.

Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment as well as machinery. Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other vital parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.

Perform preventive maintenance, Federal DOT inspections, troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines, alignments, suspension, hydraulics, transmissions and electrical systems. Certified to perform DOT inspections.

Adjust and realign brakes, align wheels, tightening bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment. Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors. Raise trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists. David Vargas (con’t) 917-***-****

Dickinson Fleet Services 03/16 – 07/16

Diesel Mechanic Technician

Diagnose failures of vehicles disassemble, repair and reassemble parts as necessary. Inspect, test and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts and pressure gauges.

Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment as well as machinery. Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other vital parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition. Perform preventive maintenance, Federal DOT inspections, troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines, alignments, suspension, hydraulics, transmissions and electrical systems. Certified to perform DOT inspections.

Adjust and realign brakes, align wheels, tightening bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment. Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors. Raise trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists. Attach test instruments to equipment, and reading dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions utilizing JPro software.

Fill out and submit all required documents in an accurate and timely manner on a company provided iPad.

Sunbelt Rentals 05/15 – 03/16

Road Mechanic

Correct and prevent equipment malfunctions at customer job site. Responsible for effectively communicating equipment issues to customer and supervisor to ensure customer satisfaction. Service equipment as required to ensure proper operating condition at the job site.

Perform safety inspections on equipment. Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Conduct preventive maintenance and keeping work vehicle and work area clean. Assure all company, governmental, and equipment related safety requirement. Perform other duties assigned by the manager or authorized personnel.

Continuously troubleshoot equipment problems, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components. Practice safety-conscious with a strong working knowledge of individual equipment design and safety requirements. Service all equipment that Sunbelt has in the field.

Service all vehicles on the road or in the field and determine diagnosis. Efficiently and effectively meet all deadline projects which must be conducted and operational in a timely manner. Travel to different sites in different states for diagnosis on equipment. Republic Services 09/13 – 05/15

Diesel Mechanic – Technician B, Durham, NC

Perform all drive train component work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks as well as suspension and steering systems repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment. Perform basic tire work, such as replacement, tire rotation.

Check torque specifications and replace where necessary, wheel end components, such as bearings. Maintain advanced knowledge of a vehicle’s drive train components, including differential, drive shaft and transmission, suspension and steering systems, air brake and valve systems, as well as the electrical and hydraulic systems to perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance functions, on site and on the road, including:

Advanced drive train component repair and maintenance; Advanced knowledge of vehicle body control system, including hydraulics and electrical systems to maintain and repair the vehicles in a timely and safe manner; Advanced knowledge of air brake and valve system to effectively diagnose and repair complex braking and valve systems in the vehicles in a timely and safe manner; and Safely repair vehicles that have broken down on the road to ensure the at the Company’s equipment is returned to operation in a safe and efficient manner; Identify the source of the malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.

Refer more complex repairs to a Technician A, Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor. Successfully completed applicable company training programs. David Vargas (con’t) 917-***-****

Estes Express Line 8/05 - 4/13

Fleet Services - Trailer Mechanic, Raleigh, NC

Maintain all vehicles/truck. Install brakes and brake chambers as well as replace all brakes and drum. Assure the slack adjuster is at the right specs, and all air lines are functional. Check and replace all lights and assure to be in working order.

Replace all doors from roll up to swing doors. Replace wheel seal if leaking and check the bearing and racer to guarantee no bearings are loose replace if necessary. Change flat tires on vehicles/trucks. Perform all maintenance and inspection on vehicles/trucks before released on the road.

Provide deadlines on vehicles/trucks that do not pass inspection to avoid getting ticketed from D.O.T.

(Department of Transportation). Change flat tires on vehicles/trucks. Perform dispatched roll calls, to repair disabled trucks on highways.

Troubleshoot all mechanics on vehicle/truck to working condition including the rearing of all lift gates. Inspect the inside of all trailers and occasionally replace the plywood within. US Department of State 11/88 – 8/05

Information Resource Management (IRM) / Driver for US Ambassador, NYC, NY

Assist in the Communications Program Section for the U.S. Mission to the UN. Responsibility includes but not limited to mail control, documents, reproduction and messenger center. Operate equipment and carry out all procedures and process pulverizing of all Top Secret documents.

Provide data entry services for the Alchemy System. Perform work with the TERP-5 system, which will be transformed to the S.M.A.R.T System. Oversee the work performance of three employees. Work with the US Ambassador, Foreign Affairs Officers, and staff of the US Mission in receiving and sending their communications. Create filing system.

Receive and send incoming and outgoing faxes. Work directly with the Reference Chief in the reference section with digitizing correspondence. Pick up and deliver classified and unclassified inter-office and external correspondence, telegrams, memoranda and other material to the UN, foreign missions, government agencies and various non-government organizations.

Scrutinize with other offices inside and outside of the Mission when necessary, and choose and execute a course of action. Chauffeur for the US Ambassador as well as for the U.S. Representative. Transport the Ambassador to and from official meetings and appointments, social engagements, and speaking engagements. Special security and anti-terrorist driving course for high speed driving, moving attacks and protecting the principal or passenger. Interact with Fed-Ex, UPS, DHL and Airborne on a daily basis. Plan and route each individual driving assignment adhering to all State, local and installation traffic laws and ordinances.

Prepare a daily log trip sheet, indicating each trip made; names of passengers; time of departure, arrival and return; and record mileage for each trip. Ensure cleanliness of vehicle; supervise the exterior washing as required. Perform light interior maintenance and cleaning at the conclusion of each service day, charter trip, or as otherwise directed.

David Vargas (con’t) 917-***-****

United States Armed Forces 1/85 – 1/88

Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator – Specialist 4

Served in Korea – Operate Radar, install field phones and administer first aid. Report system malfunctions. Prepare radar set for operations. Construct fortifications. Military occupational specialties held were: 13R10 Duty, 13R10 Primary & 77F10 Fuel Petroleum Specialist. Ace credit recommendation for 13R10: in the lower-division.

Baccalaureate/Associate Degree Category, 2 semester hours in radar operations, 2 in map reading, and 1 in computer operations.

While in Korea I was promoted to E-4 Specialist/4. Given Action Jacks Stripes while serving in Fort Lewis’ Tab Unit (Target Acquisition Battery) and marched the unit to and from there assigned destination in addition to briefing the section on their tasks for that day and receiving a report from my crew and my delivering my crews report to our Platoon Sergeant. Carried flag on two mile run and on another occasion carried flag for the Battalion Run that was led by our company commander. EDUCATION: 1/85 – 9/94

U.S. Army

Baccalaureate/Associate Degree in Map Reading and Radar Technician Alfred E. Smith High School 9/78 – 6/82

Major: Architectural Drafting

Minor: Auto Mechanic/Auto Body

AWARDS & MERITS:

Cash Performance Award - 2004

Terrorism Awareness Certificate – 2003

NYPD Citizens Police Academy Certificate - 2002

Certificate of Award from C.H.I.P.S – 2001 - (Chaplain Helping In Police Situations)

Excellent Driving Recommendations – 1993 / Safe Driving Award - 1993

Certificate of Honorable Discharge – 1988 / Army Good Conduct Medal – 1988 / Army service Ribbon – 1988

Certificate of Completion from HRA – 1988 / Certificate of Fitness from NYFD - 1988 Freelancer 1/88 – Present

Carpenter / Handy Man / Landscaping

Perform day-to-day operations and maintenance of apartments and building grounds. Construct, repair and replace all structural elements including walls, ceiling, floors, asphalt roofs, gutters, downspouts, cabinets, doors, windows and other miscellaneous furnishings and equipment.

Paint apartments, wall/floor repairs, plumbing (clogs, leaks, fixture repair/replacement.) Inspect facilities for needed services and repairs. Perform electrical and plumbing repairs, framework and repair furniture, door hardware, HVAC filters and grounds maintenance and other items.

Use power edger, trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, pole pruners and other hand tools to complete task.

Inspect fire systems, monitor and replace weather stripping, maintain building interiors and exteriors. Coordinate janitorial services by scheduling work as well as performing routine quality inspections and complaint resolution. Follow-up on work-in progress by outside vendors; Put up and finish sidings, drywall and roofing.

Prepare a preventative maintenance schedule. Install doorbells, key locks, floor molding, tile, ceramic, sliding doors and washer and dryer. Managed two tenement buildings with over 30 apartments in each building.

References: Available upon request

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