Asa Carr
Salina,KS
Summary
Detail-oriented technician with strong troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and prompt technical support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Equipment and Technician
Came Farms
Salina, KS
02.2025 - Current
- Operated and maintained farm machinery to optimize production efficiency.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily operational tasks effectively.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
- Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
Power Generator Technician
Central Power Systems and Services
Salina, KS
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired generator systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Assisted in training junior technicians on generator operation and safety protocols.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical failures in generators.
- Maintained accurate records of service activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Provided technical support to clients, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem resolution.
- Performed load bank testing on newly installed or repaired generators to ensure they met established performance standards before returning them to operation.
- Optimized generator performance through meticulous calibration of voltage regulators, governors, and other key components during maintenance visits.
- Provided exceptional customer service by clearly communicating complex technical information in a way that was easy for clients to understand.
- Minimized downtime for clients by providing prompt on-site emergency services for generator failures.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules tailored to each client''s specific needs, prolonging the life of their equipment while minimizing disruptions from unexpected breakdowns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely troubleshooting and resolution of generator issues.
- Trained junior technicians on proper procedures for maintaining and repairing generators, ensuring high-quality workmanship across the team.
- Mounted new or rebuilt motors to generators.
- Set up and managed maintenance schedules.
- Cut and welded metal frames to fit specific models.
- Increased generator efficiency by performing regular maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on diesel, natural gas and propane gensets.
- Serviced Ups systems.
- Delivery and set up of rental generators.
Diesel Technician
JD Trucking LLC
Beloit, KS
05.2015 - 09.2023
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy-duty trucks to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, reducing turnaround time for service requests.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for troubleshooting and repairs, enhancing team skill set.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs that improved equipment reliability and reduced downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance performed, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Assisted in training new hires on operational procedures and safety protocols within the workshop environment.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Supported fleet operations with dependable on-site troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair services for diesel-powered vehicles.
- Delivered reliable repair services by consistently adhering to manufacturer specifications during all maintenance activities.
- Boosted shop productivity by maintaining a clean, organized work environment and properly utilizing equipment and tools.
- Inspected [Vehicles] for repair and maintenance needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels through prompt and effective communication regarding repair progress and timelines.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Reduced vehicle downtime by implementing efficient preventive maintenance procedures for diesel engines.
- Completed required documentation such as work-completed reports, timesheets and quality assessments via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Improved team skill sets, mentoring junior technicians in advanced repair techniques.
- Boosted fuel efficiency for fleet, through detailed engine tuning and adjustments.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Executed tune-ups on diesel engines by adjusting valves and setting engine timing.
- Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
- Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.
Power Generation Technician
Central Power Systems and Services
Salina, KS
04.2005 - 10.2013
- Operated and maintained power generation equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and resolved electrical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
- Managed inventory of parts and supplies, ensuring availability for timely repairs.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Maintained meticulous records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Supported project management teams with expert technical advice, contributing to successful project completions.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Facilitated seamless software upgrades, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved customer satisfaction, swiftly addressing and resolving technical inquiries and issues.
- Promoted sustainability, recommending and implementing eco-friendly technical practices and solutions.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
- Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Performed load bank testing at all types of facilities.
- Maintained and repaired most of Ft. Riley generators and transfer switches.
- Worked on any brand of generator and transfer switches.
Education
Diesel Technology
North Central Kansas Technical School
Beloit, KSHigh School Diploma -
Waconda East High School
Cawker City, KSSkills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Documentation and reporting
- Equipment maintenance
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Customer interaction
- Heavy lifting
- Repair services
- Workload management
- Routine Inspections
- Equipment Repair
- Electrical repair
- Performance improvement
- Assembly and production
- Hardware installation
- Operations monitoring
- Information tracking
- Operation Monitoring
- Component replacement
- Instrument Calibration
- Schematic reading
- System installation
- Complex Repairs
- Equipment calibration
- System Tests
- Computer-assisted diagnostics
- HVAC systems
- Software configuration
- Inventory oversight
- User training
- Project Support
- Environmental compliance
- Problem-solving
- Mechanical tools
- Job site cleanup
- Critical thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- File and record maintenance
- Equipment operation
Certification
MTU Generator factory training.
Kohler Generator factory training.
Expert certified in dd engine platform, series 60, and mbe.
Factory training on mtu 2000 series engines and eletronics.
Completed MDEC eletronics training.
Completed first class of the Straton UPS system.
Timeline
Diesel Equipment and Technician
Came Farms
02.2025 - Current
Power Generator Technician
Central Power Systems and Services
09.2023 - 02.2025
Diesel Technician
JD Trucking LLC
05.2015 - 09.2023
Power Generation Technician
Central Power Systems and Services
04.2005 - 10.2013
Diesel Technology
North Central Kansas Technical School
High School Diploma -
Waconda East High School