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Work History
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Austin Hornsby

Owensboro,KY

Summary

Dynamic mechanic with extensive experience at Spark Plug’s Mechanic Service, excelling in engine diagnostics and preventative maintenance. Proven problem solver with strong time management skills, adept at troubleshooting complex mechanical issues. Committed to safety compliance and quality assurance, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and reliability.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Mechanic

Spark Plug’s Mechanic Service
02.2016 - Current
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Have worked on tractor and trailers as well.
  • Also performed maintenance on hydraulic and air lines.
  • Repaired worn out or damaged wiring on motor vehicles.

Pco

Alcoa
04.2026 - 06.2026

Working as a pot room control operator my job operator piece of equipment that broke the top layer crust so you could remove the carbon blocks out of the pot and ensure that the hole is clean to place new blocks back in then make sure the area is clean and safe then extract liquid aluminum from the pots

Maintenance

Waupaca foundry
04.2025 - 02.2026
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Performed analysis, evaluation, and maintenance of network systems.
  • Performed troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and sanitation procedures.
  • Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
  • Managed operations, maintenance and improvement of properties.
  • Performed daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment. I inspected hydraulic equipment performed repairs on the hydraulic equipment. I would replace broken hydraulic lines and seals I would replace broken hydraulic cylinders I’d replace war out bearings, or seized bearings. I would perform welding or I would have to fabricate new metal.

Welder

Accurity
12.2024 - 02.2025
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Structural,Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.

Welder & Fabricator

B&M Service Co.
04.2021 - 12.2024
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Structural, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints
  • Industrial maintenance.

Maintenance & House Keeping

Owensboro Grain
09.2018 - 12.2020
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Daviess County High School
08.2013 - 05.2016

Skills

  • Engine diagnostics
  • Brake inspection
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Parts replacement
  • Wiring repair
  • Customer service
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Engine repair
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Brake systems
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Tire services
  • Auto and engine repair
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Belt and hose replacements
  • Gasket and seal replacements
  • Fluid exchanges
  • Automotive diagnostics
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Suspension systems
  • Filter replacements
  • Power steering repair
  • Battery services
  • Wheel alignment
  • Defective parts disassembly
  • Quality assurance
  • OSHA

Timeline

Pco

Alcoa
04.2026 - 06.2026

Maintenance

Waupaca foundry
04.2025 - 02.2026

Welder

Accurity
12.2024 - 02.2025

Welder & Fabricator

B&M Service Co.
04.2021 - 12.2024

Maintenance & House Keeping

Owensboro Grain
09.2018 - 12.2020

Mechanic

Spark Plug’s Mechanic Service
02.2016 - Current

High School Diploma -

Daviess County High School
08.2013 - 05.2016
Austin Hornsby