Blake Tyrrell
Bountiful,Utah
Summary
Professional diesel mechanic with substantial hands-on experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance and repair. Adept at diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical issues, ensuring optimal vehicle performance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with reputation for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in engine diagnostics, hydraulic systems, and preventative maintenance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Precision Truck and Trailer Repair
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2024 - Current
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Improved customer satisfaction with thorough inspections, accurate diagnoses, and effective communication of repair needs.
Diesel Mechanic
ABL Trucking
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Implemented preventative maintenance program, significantly reducing incidence of unexpected breakdowns.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
Diesel Mechanic
Step Saver, Inc.
Salt Lake City, Utah
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Diagnostics (familiar with Snap-On Pro-Link IQ, Diesel Laptops, CAT ET, CUMMINS INSITE, Servicemaxx, Allison as well as Bendix and Meritor/Wabco diagnostic software)
- Clutch adjustment and replacement, transmission replacement, electrical troubleshooting and repair, preventative maintenance, steering and suspension, air brakes, air conditioning, and fleet maintenance.
Fleet Mechanic
Dan Bailey Trucking
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Performed PM inspections and repairs on tractors and belly dump and side dump trailers and pups.
- Repairs varied from changing light bulbs and wiper blades to inframe rebuilds but more frequently replacing turbos or injectors.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Morgan Pavement
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Performed winter services on their asphalt equipment from backhoes to slurry trucks to rollers, thoroughly inspecting the equipment and making all the necessary repairs.
- Completely checked and reassembled all the wheel ends to motor swaps.
Lead Diesel Mechanic
Rocky Mountain Medium Duty Truck Parts
09.2011 - 10.2019
- Started out as a parts puller for about 2 weeks until the owner felt comfortable with my knowledge even though I did not have any recent work experience in the field.
- At that point we started taking on customer repairs on medium duty trucks.
- We took on work the other diesel shops in the area could not figure out.
- We also were one of the only shops around that were capable of installing and swapping the beds and or boxes on the trucks to suit the needs of the customers.
- I have rebuilt trucks that were totalled.
- Shortened/extended wheel bases on trucks in order for the box/bed to fit correctly.
- Reinstalled used liftgates on trucks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Davis Technical College
Davis County Utah08-2003
Skills
- Strong work ethic and Detail oriented
- Quick learner and Patient
- Problem solver
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy equipment repair
- Diesel engine repair
- MIG Welding and fabrication
- Brake and Fuel injection systems
- Engine diagnostics
- Electrical systems
- Transmissions
- Exhaust systems
- Air conditioning systems
- Hydraulic systems
- System troubleshooting
Certification
- Diesel/Heavy Duty Technology Certificate
- Section 609 Air Conditioning Certification
- State of Utah DPS Qualified Inspector (Tractor, Trailer, Bus)
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Precision Truck and Trailer Repair
06.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
ABL Trucking
02.2022 - 08.2024
Diesel Mechanic
Step Saver, Inc.
07.2021 - 01.2022
Fleet Mechanic
Dan Bailey Trucking
09.2020 - 07.2021
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Morgan Pavement
10.2019 - 09.2020
Lead Diesel Mechanic
Rocky Mountain Medium Duty Truck Parts
09.2011 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Davis Technical College
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