Brad Lawson

• Perform repairs and required preventative maintenance on semi-tractors, tank trailers, and related shop equipment
• Troubleshoot and complete failure analysis of the component parts and systems
• Responsible for inputting purchase & repair data into maintenance software program (TM1) Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components +Overhaul diesel engines +Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, rod and main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, change or recharge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts
• Read job order, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and make adjustments as needed
• Perform any roadside service to company vehicles
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications +Perform warranty maintenance to tractor and trailers +Attend training classes and keep abreast of factory technical bulletins
• Maintaining DOT specifications on all Tractors and Trailers
• Increased fuel efficiency through the optimization of diesel engines and emissions systems.
• Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
• Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
• Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
• Reduced downtime for vehicles by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues in a timely manner.

• Supplies a variety of tools needed by skilled technicians across multiple trades.
• Assist sales teams by providing mobile sales tools that facilitate communication with clients, access to work software, documentation of information, tracking of metrics, and completion of other important work-related actions.
• Continuously expand their product ranges to cater to the evolving needs of their customers, such as demand for specialized tools for hybrid and electric cars
• Selected correct products based on customer specifications and explained details and functionality of each.
• Researched customer issues and determined which solutions would be most effective.
• Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
• Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
• Identified opportunities to further business transactions via upselling and cross-selling.
• Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to various financial services and secure favorable lending terms for the customer.
• Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
• Originated, reviewed, processed, closed, and administered customer terms of financing.
• Cultivated lasting relationships with satisfied clients that led to repeat business as well as referrals from friends or family members.

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• Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
• Mentored junior technicians in aviation maintenance best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Coordinated closely with flight operations personnel to minimize disruption during unscheduled maintenance events.
• Promoted open communication among team members, facilitating collaborative problem-solving during complex repair projects.
• Assisted in the development of long-term strategic plans for facility growth, including infrastructure improvements and resource allocation decisions.
• Streamlined inventory management by conducting regular audits and updating tracking systems.
• Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
• Applied risk management techniques in planning and decision making regarding the appropriate level of FAA involvement in oversight and management of Airflight Crew Equipment shop.
• Delegated certification projects between the Airforce and FAA.

• Developed and implemented quality assurance policies and procedures

• Conducted routine inspections and quality tests

• Identified production, process, or product issues, and presenting solutions

• Prepared and implemented quality assurance policies and procedures

• Documented quality assurance activities and created audit reports for the director and General.

• Made recommendations for improvement within the Parachute and life support shop. Including reimagined shop processes to streamline and reduce flow days.

• Revised Tech Data, Reviewed Prints and Mylars and made suggestions for review of Airforce regulations