Anthony Ralston
Branford,FL
Summary
Resourceful Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic experienced in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and engine repair. Achieved high productivity and efficiency through strong problem-solving skills and effective time management. Committed to maintaining safety standards and enhancing vehicle performance for optimal operation.
Overview
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Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
Preferred Diesel Repair/Preferred Pinestraw
Branford, FL
06.2011 - Current
- Responded to road service calls, providing timely assistance to stranded vehicles to minimize downtime.
- Serviced heavy duty diesel trucks and trailers, ensuring reliability for pine straw delivery operations.
- Diagnosed engine, brake, and electrical issues on commercial diesel equipment.
- Repaired hydraulic systems on dump trailers and material handling equipment.
- Complete tear down and engine rebuilds.
- Performed preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles and shop tools.
- Inspected belts, hoses, tires, and fluids before field dispatch.
- Replaced worn parts on hauling trucks used for Preferred Pinestraw routes.
- Documented repairs and maintenance needs, maintaining accurate shop records to support operational efficiency.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Followed safety procedures while working around equipment, trailers, and diesel engines.
- Ordered necessary replacement parts from suppliers.
- Calibrated fuel injection pumps according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Assisted other technicians with more complex repairs when needed.
- Reassembled major engine components after performing overhauls on them.
- Dismantled transmissions in order to repair or replace broken gears or shafts.
- Inspected brake systems for wear or damage then repaired or replaced faulty components.
- Disassembled differentials in order to inspect bearings and other internal components for wear.
- Tested batteries for proper voltage output then charged them if necessary.
- Repaired air conditioning systems, cooling systems and exhaust systems on diesel vehicles.
- Adjusted valves with feeler gauges to ensure correct clearances between moving parts.
- Rebuilt engine components such as cylinder heads, camshafts, crankshafts and connecting rods.
- Tested electrical wiring harnesses for continuity before reconnecting them to the vehicle.
- Installed new components such as fuel injectors, turbochargers, alternators and starters.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on heavy-duty diesel engines.
- Fabricated custom parts out of sheet metal when OEM replacement parts were unavailable.
- Programmed ECMs by downloading software from manufacturers' websites.
- Diagnosed electronic control module problems using specialized computer software programs.
- Conducted preventative maintenance tasks including oil changes, lubrication services and filter replacements.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Reviewed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
- Documented repair work performed on mobile equipment via electronic and written service reports.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Operated test meters and soldering equipment to replace electrical components and wiring.
- Read and interpreted standards, drawings and blueprints and pinpointed inspection needs for repair work.
- Communicated project status to management and customers and mentored newer mechanics in best practices.
Education
South Medford High School
Medford , OrSkills
- Diesel engine expertise
- Diesel engine repair
- Engine rebuilding
- ECM programming
- Hydraulic repair
- Brake diagnostics
- Clutch repair
- Brake systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Fleet maintenance
- Roadside repairs
- Powertrain maintenance
- Driveline repair
- Transmission repair
- Safety compliance
- Turbocharger maintenance
- Fuel system maintenance
- Cooling system service
- HVAC systems
- Exhaust system repair
- Drive train repair
- Air brake maintenance
- Suspension systems
- Steering systems
- Steering mechanisms
- Brakes and tires
- Problem solving
- Root-cause analysis
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Fleet management
- Performance tuning
- Brakes and tires
Certification
- Master ASE certifications in light, medium and heavy duty trucks.
Timeline
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
Preferred Diesel Repair/Preferred Pinestraw
06.2011 - Current
South Medford High School