Aaron Green
Cumberland,MD
Summary
Proven expertise in heavy equipment operation and complex problem-solving. Skilled in engine repair and safety management, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring fleet efficiency and compliance with safety policies. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
The U Company
03.2024 - Current
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals for troubleshooting and repair purposes.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
Component Technician
Bill Miller Equipment Sales
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Handled equipment maintenance and quality control evaluations.
- Inspected, verified and labeled component products.
- Verified quality to maintain strict standards for safety, potency and purity.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Quickly repaired equipment on job, preventing downtime.
- Operated front-mounted hydraulically powered lifts to transport bulk materials.
- Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs and forwarded to maintenance personnel.
- Kept efficient time and material records.
Composite Specialist
Northrop Grumman
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Read and interpreted job orders, drawings and specification sketches.
- Operated machinery and tools safely during composite manufacturing.
- Followed specifications to create accurate composites and reduce waste by 80 %.
- Accurately combined different materials to create strong composite material for government products.
- Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance on production equipment to help maintain durability and functionality of each machine.
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels.
- Checked over casting machines prior to start of each shift to identify and resolve any issues.
- Applied quality control skills by inspecting cured products for defects, assigning grades and removing unacceptable items.
- Maintained high level of adaptability by adjusting work procedures to meet specific demands of each production run.
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up casting machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
- Selected and installed blades, tools or other attachments for each operation.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Sales Assistant
Harbor Freight
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing.
- Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
- Established rapport with customers using active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Emergency Vehicle Technician
Palmetto Fire Apparatus
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Notified supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment to take corrective action.
- Removed, overhauled and reinstalled mechanical components.
- Evaluated completed work prior to release.
- Led preventive maintenance, safety inspections and annual maintenance inspections.
- Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
Automotive Technician
Savannah Hyundai
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
Flight Engineer
US Army
08.2007 - 03.2018
- Collaborated with manufacturers, maintenance representatives, engineering departments and regulatory personnel to effectively carry out aircraft maintenance and repairs.
- Participated in flight-test programs to measure take-off distances, rate of climb, stall speeds, maneuverability and landing capacities.
- Conducted inspections of aircraft and associated systems by analyzing and correcting systems.
- Supervised assembly of airframes and installation of engines, instruments and other equipment.
- Verified passenger and cargo distribution and amount of fuel to meet weight and balance specifications.
- Performed technical risk assessments of aircraft designs to assist in preparing risk mitigation plans.
- Planned and conducted experimental, environmental, operational and stress tests on models and prototypes of aircraft, systems and equipment.
- Use various hand tools and power tools to assemble and install electrical, avionics, mechanical and structural assemblies and components.
- Troubleshot in-flight mechanical and operational issues and restored functionality.
- Monitored and interpreted instruments to determine flight status, airline condition and geographic position.
- Observed aircraft safety systems and operational conditions and immediately reported issues.
- Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
- Executed emergency procedures to maintain passenger and cargo safety during unexpected circumstances.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Allegany High School
Cumberland, MD05.2007
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Suspension Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Fleet Management
- Welding and fabrication
- Engine repair
- Safety Management
- Training and mentoring
- Goal-Oriented
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Schedule development
- Implementing safety policies
- Company Policy Compliance
- Safety program assessments
Timeline
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
The U Company
03.2024 - Current
Component Technician
Bill Miller Equipment Sales
10.2022 - 02.2024
Composite Specialist
Northrop Grumman
04.2022 - 10.2022
Sales Assistant
Harbor Freight
02.2021 - 04.2022
Emergency Vehicle Technician
Palmetto Fire Apparatus
08.2019 - 01.2021
Automotive Technician
Savannah Hyundai
05.2018 - 08.2019
Flight Engineer
US Army
08.2007 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Allegany High School