Adam Cummings
Maxton,NC
Summary
Results-driven maintenance and mechanical professional with expertise in heavy mobile equipment and military vehicle repair. Skilled in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and automotive systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards and technical manuals. Experienced in supervising teams, managing work orders, and conducting equipment inspections to maintain operational readiness in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer Leader (WL9)
DoD, 81st Readiness Division
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
03.2026 - Current
- Perform complex repairs on heavy mobile equipment
- Perform repairs on various types of commercial, combat, tactical and automotive support equipment
- Guided workers on proper maintenance procedures to enhance equipment longevity
- Updated supervisor on current progress to ensure alignment with project timelines
- Pass on instructions from shop supervisor to other workers
- Delegate assignments by identifying immediate tasks to be performed
- Operate vehicles in order to check the work of subordinates
- Evaluated assignment progress to maintain compliance with instructions of assignments for accuracy and compliance with supervisor's instructions
Military Technician HMER
DoD, 81st Readiness Division
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
11.2023 - Current
- Perform maintenance and repair on a wide range of heavy mobile equipment, including tactical vehicles, construction machinery, and specialized military hardware.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented solutions to enhance equipment readiness and operational efficiency.
- Conducted preventive maintenance checks and services according to technical manuals and standard operating procedures, increasing equipment longevity.
- Maintain detailed service records and document all repairs and modifications, supporting accurate reporting and compliance with military regulations.
- Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA standards, promoting a safe working environment and reducing workplace accidents.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical systems.
Track Vehicle Mechanic (91H)
United States Army Reserve
10.2021 - Current
- Troubleshoot, repair, and replace components of the hydraulic, power packs, exhaust, braking, and cooling systems on combat and tactical track vehicles and powered support equipment.
- Repaired and replaced defective, worn, or damaged components to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Assist coworkers with repairers on complex tasks such as removing or replacing major components such as engines (power pack), transmissions, final drives, and fuel metering pumps. operate track vehicles to check work
- Performed preventative maintenance checks and services to enhance vehicle reliability and readiness.
- Operate track recovery vehicle.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army Reserve
04.2015 - Current
- Troubleshot vehicle faults and operated heavy diesel equipment, repairing, modifying, and maintaining construction, industrial, combat, tactical, and power generation equipment including bulldozers, graders, tractors, trucks, armored personnel carriers, recovery vehicles, and forklifts.
- Handled repair work and maintenance to keep vehicles functional and perform minor body work.
- Conducted preventative maintenance checks and services, operational inspections, and semi-annual and annual unscheduled services to ensure vehicles were properly serviced and repaired.
- Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
- Refrigerant recovery / recycling qualified.
- Served as mechanic for the CROWS system, performing maintenance and repairs.
Small Engine Mechanic
Self-employed
Pembroke, NC
01.2015 - Current
- Perform preventative maintenance checks and services such as Lubricated, cleaned and repaired parts and components to carry out effective small engine preventive and reparative maintenance processes.
- Remove, adjust or replace defective or worn parts and components, fixed systems and refurbished elements to complete repairs on different types of small engines.
- Removed, adjusted, and replaced defective or worn parts and components, fixing systems and refurbishing elements to restore functionality of various small engines.
- Organized and maintained hand tools and equipment to enhance daily work efficiency and support repair operations.
Corrections Officer III
Scotland Correctional Institution
Laurinburg, NC
12.2019 - 11.2023
- Implemented and enforced facility rules and regulations, maintaining order and discipline among the inmate population.
- Conducted regular inspections and security checks, identifying and addressing potential security threats and contraband issues.
- Facilitated conflict resolution and crisis intervention to resolve inmate disputes and manage emergencies with professionalism and composure.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate activities, behaviors, and incidents to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and support facility reporting.
- Developed and implemented security protocols and emergency response plans to enhance facility safety and ensure preparedness for potential incidents.
- Conducted inmate transport and ensured secure custody during transfers to and from court hearings, medical appointments, and other facilities.
Sales Associate
True Value Hardware
10.2016 - 12.2019
- Organized racks and shelves to enhance store visual appeal and promote specific merchandise, driving customer engagement.
- Helped customers locate products and check store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained a calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Resolved customer challenges by recommending relevant products and services, improving overall customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Purnell Swett Highschool
Maxton, NCSkills
- Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc
- Preventive/Routine Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnose Problems
- Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
- Body Panel Repair
- Work Orders and Documentation
- Service Records
- Parts Ordering
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Vehicle/Workplace Safety
- Operational Safety Compliance
- Ability To Lead or Supervise
- Workshop Management
- Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc (includes blueprint reading)
- Clear Verbal/Written Communication
Timeline
Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer Leader (WL9)
DoD, 81st Readiness Division
03.2026 - Current
Military Technician HMER
DoD, 81st Readiness Division
11.2023 - Current
Track Vehicle Mechanic (91H)
United States Army Reserve
10.2021 - Current
Corrections Officer III
Scotland Correctional Institution
12.2019 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
True Value Hardware
10.2016 - 12.2019
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army Reserve
04.2015 - Current
Small Engine Mechanic
Self-employed
01.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Purnell Swett Highschool