JOHN SELF

** ****** ****, *** • Bono, AR ***** • btznpn@r.postjobfree.com • H: 870.26.1059 / C: 870-***-****

MECHANIC PROFILE

Diagnosis & Repair / Highway & Industrial / Service Management

Highly skilled professional with extensive background in diesel technology. Thoroughly proficient in mechanical / electrical, fuel injection, chassis maintenance, vehicle inspection, tune-up, engine overhaul, transmission repair, brake service, and handling hazardous waste. Fully capable of assuming responsibility for staff, logistics, and quality.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Demonstrated aptitudes in shop manager roles, handling workflow, repair orders, inspection checklists, scheduling, operating cost calculations, safety, and staffing.

• Adept with diesel engine operations, mechanical functions, component terminology, manufacturer’s engine nomenclature, service, repair, and overhaul procedures.

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic brake systems; test, adjust, and align truck suspension systems; and perform state and federal vehicle safety inspections.

• Familiar with diesel electrical / electronic systems, parts and components identification, computer diagnostics, and reading schematics / wiring diagrams.

• Extensive background servicing wide range of diesel vehicles for the United States Military; current Active Secret Clearance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION – CAMP Leatherneck, Afghanistan 2009 - Present

Field Service Technician

Provide high levels of technical support, maintenance, and repair for vehicles and equipment used by members of United States Marine Corps; 2kW, 3kW, 5kW, and 30kW generators, Polaris, and forklifts. Deliver on-site and field support to ensure fully operational status of gear, installation, servicing and repairing of systems. Work closely with USMC, responding to technical questions, conducting inspections on equipment, and expediting implementation of service.

• Maintain accurate log books and spreadsheets recording action performed and tracking all outcomes.

• On or ahead of schedule for preventative maintenance assignments.

• Played key support role in setup of office, workshop, and layout of new facilities, installing generators and related infrastructure.

ITT SYSTEMS DIVISION INC – Balad, Iraq 2008 - 2009

Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Managed repair and service on US Army tactical vehicles including those equipped with palletized load system, light medium tactical vehicles, and 915’s. Responsible for 10/20/30 level maintenance. Ensure vehicles met or exceeded standards to pass quality assurance inspections. Performed vehicle repair and maintenance in accordance with rigorous technical and manufacturer standards. Operated wide range of diagnostic equipment, ordered parts, and controlled tool inventory. Authorized to sign off on all repairs.

• Held position as Senior Mechanic, training and mentoring other members of service team.

• Recognized by US Military for quality work performed on all vehicles with exceptional record of 1st Time Quality Assurance Pass on each inspection.

LEAR-SIEGLER SERVICES, INC. – Al Taqaddum, Iraq 2007 - 2008

Engineer Equipment Mechanic & Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Performed preventive care and general scheduled maintenance on commercial and military construction and engineering equipment, generators, and forklifts. Gathered valuable diagnostic information, interpreted data, and initiated appropriate action based on findings. Demonstrated expertise in hydraulic repairs, cylinder rebuilds, assembly replacement, and electrical repairs.

• Addressed multiple levels of complexity involving hydraulics, electrical troubleshooting, engine / transmission repair and rebuilds, drive lines, AC, air and air brake systems, and body work.

VALLEY VIEW AGRI – Jonesboro, AR 2000 - 2007

Lead Diesel Mechanic

Specialized in truck fleet repairs on Toyota, General Motors, Ford and Chrysler, both gas and diesel engines made by Caterpillar, Cummins, Perkins, Ford, and John Deere. Maintained and repaired forklifts, over-the-road semis, 50 and 60 ton cranes, backhoes, boom trucks, commercial and agricultural trailers, and tractors. Tracked miles and hours on vehicles and equipment, managed databases and records, and maintained service logs. Performed monthly inventory on parts and service kits.

• Ensured accurate tracking and analysis of reoccurring parts failures to determine solutions for chronic problems.

• Created and managed parts inventory system, integrating weekly visits with parts supplier for updates and provision of components.

MOBILE DIESEL TRUCK REPAIR – Bono, AR 1995 - 2000

General Manager

Oversaw operations for work done on vehicles made by Caterpillar, Cummins, Perkins, Ford, and John Deere. Managed all aspects of auto repair business comprising shop and mobile repair truck. Utilized detailed knowledge of operating characteristics of machinery, equipment, and systems, applicable installation and repair procedures, and trade practices.

• Built business from ground up, from fledgling enterprise into thriving repair shop staffed with highly competent team of mechanics.

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