Alvin Nelson Jr.
Folsom,CA
Summary
Professional Master Mechanic with knowledge and skills required to oversee fleet and heavy equipment repair and maintenance. Experienced with diagnosing and repairing various heavy-duty equipment types and models. Provides thorough preventative maintenance and identifies opportunities for productivity improvements.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Mechanic
Summit Line Construction
06.2021 - Current
- Maintain Altec Heavy Equipment operations for five yards of 30-50 person teams throughout California.
- Order and install parts for all aspects of power line management from small engines to greater than 50 ton cranes.
- Improve vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Reduce downtime for clients by efficiently completing maintenance tasks and repairs on time.
- Enhance customer satisfaction with prompt diagnosis and resolution of complex mechanical issues.
- Ensure timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
Mechanic Lead
Potelco, Inc.
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Lead Mechanic for a Pacific Gas & Electric project in Blue Lake, CA.
- Maintained all equipment for Potelco Linemen.
Lead Mechanic/Fleet Manager
Northern Powerline Constructors
11.2010 - 07.2019
- Supervised three mechanics for all aspects of equipment management, vehicles and shop operations.
- Upheld successful financial stewardship for three different mechanic shops throughout Alaska.
- Served as Safety Officer and responsible for preventative maintenance program.
- Tracked all equipment and ordered/managed supplies.
Lead Mechanic/Fleet Manager
Kodiak Electric Association
02.2002 - 10.2010
- Supervised all aspects of managing/purchasing equipment, vehicle maintenance, shop operations, and supply ordering/management.
- Managed and supervised seasonal snow equipment sites.
- Maintained equipment at Generator Facility, Hydro-Electric Dam including mechanical accessories.
- Assisted in installation of 3 GE Wind Towers.
Lead Mechanic
Brechan Enterprise
07.1994 - 08.2002
- Promoted from Tire Technician and Mechanic to Lead Mechanic in 1999.
- Supervised three shop mechanics.
- Serviced heavy equipment.
- Operated loader for seasonal snow removal.
Crusher Oiler
Quality Asphalt & Paving
08.1993 - 07.1994
- Operated crusher and maintained all equipment at crusher site.
- Operated loader for seasonal snow removal.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies - Automotive & Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
Phoenix, AZ05.1996
Skills
- Automotive engines & repair
- Electronic fundamentals brakes
- Electronic technology
- Automotive power trains
- Automotive chassis
- Automotive brakes
- Automotive climate control
- Automotive fuel & ignition system
- Preventive maintenance
- Automatic transmissions
- Electronic systems & customer service
- Automotive drivability & emissions
- Truck automatic transmissions
- Truck powertrains & chassis
- Diesel engines
- Diesel fuel systems
- Diesel engine accessories
- Transport refrigeration
- Hydraulic applications
- Advanced diagnostic systems
- Custom engine rebuilding
- 2 years Welding & Auto Shop in High School
- Forklift Operators Training
- First Aid/CPR
- IBT HazMat Transportation Awareness
- OSHA 40-Hour Training
Certification
- MOOG Certified
- Current Alaska CDL with HazMat Certificate
- Monroe Ride Expert Certificate
- 75 Ton Crane Operators Certificate
Affiliations
- Member, International Union of Operating Engineers, May, 1993 to Current
- Member, IBEW Local 1547, August, 2002 to Current
Timeline
Field Mechanic
Summit Line Construction
06.2021 - Current
Mechanic Lead
Potelco, Inc.
07.2019 - 06.2021
Lead Mechanic/Fleet Manager
Northern Powerline Constructors
11.2010 - 07.2019
Lead Mechanic/Fleet Manager
Kodiak Electric Association
02.2002 - 10.2010
Lead Mechanic
Brechan Enterprise
07.1994 - 08.2002
Crusher Oiler
Quality Asphalt & Paving
08.1993 - 07.1994
Associate of Occupational Studies - Automotive & Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
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