Adam Harkness
Hot Springs,AR
Summary
Experienced ASE Master certified Diesel Mechanic bringing expertise in engines, brakes and other vehicle systems. Communicative team player with understanding of customer service standards and documentation requirements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Rush Truck Center
Orlando, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Installed new vehicle systems and components.
- Reviewed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Repaired electrical wiring harness, starting and charging systems.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Performed warranty service and filed all paperwork.
- Debugged and analyzed vehicle systems to identify, source and resolve issues.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
- Used manual and computer-assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Reconditioned and replaced pistons, bearings, gears and valves.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Verified dimensions and clearances of parts to achieve conformance to factory specifications.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
Diesel Mechanic
Travel Centers of America
Wildwood, FL
08.2009 - 09.2022
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Installed new vehicle systems and components.
- Reviewed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
Diesel Mechanic
CARCO
Little Rock, AR
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Installed new vehicle systems and components.
- Reviewed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Repaired electrical wiring harness, starting and charging systems.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Performed warranty service and filed all paperwork.
- Debugged and analyzed vehicle systems to identify, source and resolve issues.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
- Used manual and computer-assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Reconditioned and replaced pistons, bearings, gears and valves.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Verified dimensions and clearances of parts to achieve conformance to factory specifications.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
Diesel Mechanic
Star Truck Rental
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2002 - 07.2006
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Installed new vehicle systems and components.
- Reviewed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Repaired electrical wiring harness, starting and charging systems.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Performed warranty service and filed all paperwork.
- Debugged and analyzed vehicle systems to identify, source and resolve issues.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
- Used manual and computer-assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Reconditioned and replaced pistons, bearings, gears and valves.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Verified dimensions and clearances of parts to achieve conformance to factory specifications.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
Education
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Texas Baptist College
Longview, TX05.2002
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Customer service
- Team building
- Oil service
- Vehicle system analysis
- Transmission service
- Solid independent worker
- Parts ordering
- Engine repairs
- Inspection checklists
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Rush Truck Center
09.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Travel Centers of America
08.2009 - 09.2022
Diesel Mechanic
CARCO
08.2006 - 07.2009
Diesel Mechanic
Star Truck Rental
01.2002 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Texas Baptist College