Allan J. Sniffen
Wahiawa,HI
Summary
Experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic with a total of 27+year in the field with a results-driven nature. Well-versed in Maintenance Shops operations, Facilities and Production Control Operations. Also versed in OSHA Industry Safety 1910, Environmental Protection and Hazardous Material Transportation and Storage procedures and standards. Pursuing a challenging new role within the Facility Operations. As a qualified heavy equipment technician, highly versed in locating faults, removing worn parts and installing new components. Team-oriented, responsible and diligent about contributing to the team, company and the organizations' success. Effective at operating a wide range of tools, gauges and measuring equipment to complete any pre-inspection checks, and repair actions. Talented problem-solver with strong technical acumen and to read and understanding manuals, drawings and repair diagrams. A reliable employee who seeks a Facility Operations Specialist position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic WG-10
Department Of Navy NAVFAC
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI
09.2017 - Current
- Managed over repairs of over 2 - 4 light / heavy equipment repairs including emergency responds vehicles depending on type of repairs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- 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.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Diagnosed electronic devices, vehicle computers and vacuum system issues using knowledge, manual testing and computer-aided tools.
- Installed new parts such as engines, drive systems, electrical & mechanical motors and electronic devices computer systems on frequent basis.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic WG-08
Department Of Defense
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed over repairs of over 2 - 4 light / heavy equipment repairs including emergency responds vehicles depending on type of repairs
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Installed new parts such as engines, transmissions and differentials and driveshaft on frequent basis.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Surface Maintenance Mechanic WG-10
DOD Hawaii Army National Guard
Mililani Town, HI
03.1997 - 07.2016
- Planned and organized work schedules; assigned duties; performed operational and administrative duties; instructs and supervised subordinates in appropriate practices, procedures, and safety.
- Performed support maintenance administrative functions; monthly shop/facility inspections such as; Fire prevention safety i.e, emergency lighting, fire extinguisher, fire suppression systems and stand pipes.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly, occupational health and safety inspection IAW OSHA 1910 Industry standards.
- Planned and recommends appropriate power generating equipment to accommodate specific electrical power loads for unit and maintenance operations.
- Trained down vehicle recovery with utilizing all-terrain recovery vehicle (wreckers).
- Replaces engine components such as fuel pumps, generators, starters, voltage regulators, relays, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, and lines and fittings; adjusts operating mechanisms including power generating units.
- Prepared work orders request, managed maintenance forms and records.
- Provided supervision and technical guidance to Soldiers on active duty and reserve status performing their specific duty skill levels.
- Replaced engine components such as fuel pumps, generators, starters, voltage regulators, relays, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, and lines and fittings; adjusts operating mechanisms including power generating unit.
Military Deployment
US Army, Operation Iraqi Freedom 1-487th FA
, Iraq
08.2008 - 10.2009
- Diagnosed malfunctions and supervised Platoon 40 Soldiers on corrective maintenance actions on diesel engines and power generating units, including power trains, and chassis components of wheel vehicles; adjusts operating mechanisms such as governors, control linkage, clutches, brakes, suspension, and steering; performs tune-up; recommends appropriate power generating equipment to accommodate specific electrical loads; operates wreckers. Replaces engine components such as fuel pumps, generators, starters, voltage regulators, relays, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, and lines and fittings; adjusts operating mechanisms including power generating unit; prepares maintenance forms and records for Artillery Battalion of over 80 pieces of light to heavy vehicles and trailers.
- Provided supervision and technical guidance to subordinates; conducted training with battalion of over 325 Soldiers and Staff.; reviewed maintenance forms and records for accuracy; troubleshooted to component level; isolated and identified cause of malfunctions; used electronic scanners; interpreted complex schematic diagrams.
- Planed and organized daily, and monthly work schedules of 20-40%; assigned duties; performed operational and administrative duties; instructed and supervised subordinates in appropriate practices, procedures, and safety.
- Sustained zero % accident or injuries during all maintenance operations
Military Deployment
US Army, Operation Iraqi Freedom 1-487th FA.
, Iraq
01.2005 - 11.2005
- Diagnosed malfunctions and supervised Platoon 35 Soldiers on corrective maintenance actions on diesel engines and power generating units, including power trains, and chassis components of wheel vehicles; adjusts operating mechanisms such as governors, control linkage, clutches, brakes, suspension, and steering; performs tune-up; recommends appropriate power generating equipment to accommodate specific electrical loads; operates wreckers. Replaces engine components such as fuel pumps, generators, starters, voltage regulators, relays, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, and lines and fittings; adjusts operating mechanisms including power generating unit; prepares maintenance forms and records for Artillery Battalion of over 56 light - heavy vehicles and trailers.
- Provided supervision and technical guidance to subordinates; conducted training with battalion of over 400 Soldiers and Staff.; reviewed maintenance forms and records for accuracy; troubleshooted to component level; isolated and identified cause of malfunctions; used electronic scanners; interpreted complex schematic diagrams.
- Planed and organized work schedules; assigned duties; performed operational and administrative duties; instructed and supervised subordinates in appropriate practices, procedures, and safety.
- Incorporated risk management in every mission task and daily maintenance assignments.
Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic / 63B
US Army
Baumholder, Germany
10.1989 - 03.1992
- Diagnosed malfunctions and performed and supervised corrective maintenance actions on internal combustion engines, power generating units, including accessories, power trains, and chassis components of wheel vehicles; adjusts operating mechanisms such as valve tappets, carburetors, governors, ignition system points, control linkage, clutches, and brakes; performs tune-ups.
- Recommended appropriate power generating equipment to accommodate specific electrical loads unit operations.
- Replaced engine components such as fuel pumps, generators, starters, regulators, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, and lines and fittings; adjusts operating mechanisms including power generating units.
- Prepared maintenance forms and records for 25-30 for light and heavy vehicles and trailers.
- Performed 8-10 vehicle recovery missions under non-hostile environmental conditions.
- Incorporated risk management in every mission task and daily maintenance assignments.
Military Deployment
US Army, F Company 4/7 Air Calvary
Operation Desert Storm, Iraq
12.1990 - 05.1991
- Performed 8 - 10 Down Vehicle Recovery missions under hostile (Combat) conditions and under in climate weathers conditions
- Diagnoses malfunctions and performs corrective maintenance actions on diesel engines and power generating units, including accessories, power trains, and chassis components of wheel vehicles; adjusts operating mechanisms such as governors, control linkage, clutches, brakes, suspension, and steering; performs tune-up; recommends appropriate power generating equipment to accommodate specific electrical loads; operates wreckers. For 25-30 motor vehicles (light-heavy equipment) and trailers assigned.
- Replaces engine components such as fuel pumps, generators, starters, voltage regulators, relays, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, and lines and fittings; adjusts operating mechanisms including power generating unit; prepares maintenance forms and records.
- Incorporated risk management in every mission task and daily maintenance assignments.
Education
No Degree - Environmental Health Engineering
40 Hour Environmental Compliance
Wheeeler AAF, HI01.2016
No Degree - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
OSHA 30HR General Industry Standards
Wheeler AAF, HI04.1997
No Degree - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
Commander Safety Course
US Army Safety, Schofield Brks, HI.07.2011
No Degree -
Wheel Recovery Vehicle Specialist
Schofield Brks, HI05.2003
Military Science - Principle of Supervision
Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic Basic NCO
Schofield Brk, HI07.2006
Military Science - Principle of Supervision
Basic Noncommissioned Officer
Hawaii Military Academy, HI.01.2006
Military Science - Principle of Supervision
Primary Leadership Development Course
Hawaii Military Academy, HI08.2001
Associate of Science - General Vehicle Mechanic
New York Technical Institute of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI10.2000
High School Diploma -
Leilehua High School
Wahiawa, HI06.1989
Military Occupational Training -
Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic, 63B
US Army, Ft Jackson, SC01.1989
Skills
- Record keeping
- Effective communication skills
- Safety standards and protocols
- Decision Making
- MS Office
- Excellent Communication
- Strategic planning
- Policies and procedures
- Operations management
- Project Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Improvement initiatives
Timeline
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic WG-10
Department Of Navy NAVFAC
09.2017 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic WG-08
Department Of Defense
07.2016 - 09.2017
Military Deployment
US Army, Operation Iraqi Freedom 1-487th FA
08.2008 - 10.2009
Military Deployment
US Army, Operation Iraqi Freedom 1-487th FA.
01.2005 - 11.2005
Surface Maintenance Mechanic WG-10
DOD Hawaii Army National Guard
03.1997 - 07.2016
Military Deployment
US Army, F Company 4/7 Air Calvary
12.1990 - 05.1991
Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic / 63B
US Army
10.1989 - 03.1992
No Degree - Environmental Health Engineering
40 Hour Environmental Compliance
No Degree - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
OSHA 30HR General Industry Standards
No Degree - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
Commander Safety Course
No Degree -
Wheel Recovery Vehicle Specialist
Military Science - Principle of Supervision
Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic Basic NCO
Military Science - Principle of Supervision
Basic Noncommissioned Officer
Military Science - Principle of Supervision
Primary Leadership Development Course
Associate of Science - General Vehicle Mechanic
New York Technical Institute of Hawaii
High School Diploma -
Leilehua High School
Military Occupational Training -
Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic, 63B
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