Brandon Price
Elizabethtown,KY
Summary
Resourceful Heavy Duty Mechanic recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in diagnostics, hydraulic systems repair, and preventive maintenance which ensure reliability and optimal performance of heavy machinery. Possess strong problem-solving, time management, and communication skills that contribute to team success satisfaction.
Skilled heavy duty mechanic with background in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of large vehicles such as trucks, buses, and construction equipment. Strengths include in-depth knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulic systems, along with adeptness at troubleshooting complex mechanical issues. Demonstrated history of improving vehicle functionality and extending service life through meticulous preventative maintenance practices. In previous roles, consistently reduced downtime by promptly addressing malfunctions and performing regular inspections to ensure optimal operation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Manager
Srm concrete
Louisville Kentucky, KY
10.2017 - Current
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Trained junior mechanics on proper maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
- Read and understood operating manuals, blueprints and technical drawings and overhauled and tested machines or equipment to assess operating efficiency.
- Adjusted, repaired and overhauled work on automotive and heavy equipment.
- Maintained inventory of parts and supplies, ordering new items as necessary to complete repairs.
- Followed manufacturer's specifications in order to ensure quality workmanship.
- Installed new components including air conditioning units and exhaust systems.
- Welded broken parts and fabricated new components as needed for equipment repair.
- Provided on-site emergency repair services to minimize downtime during operations.
- Read diagnostic reports to identify problems quickly and accurately.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, sockets and screwdrivers to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in construction machinery to identify faults and implement repairs.
- Utilized various methods to perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks on excavators and dozers.
- Examined parts for damage or excessive wear.
- Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
- Managed tool inventory, ensuring availability of necessary equipment for all repairs.
- Replaced parts such as bearings, seals, gaskets, fuel tanks and filters.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy machinery, including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid level checks.
- Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
- Performed gas electrical welding to repair heavy equipment in field.
- Assisted with training new staff members in the use of tools and techniques used in repairing heavy duty vehicles and equipment.
- Repaired components such as brakes, engines, transmissions, differentials, suspensions, steering systems and electrical systems.
- Cleaned engine components using various cleaning solutions and tools.
- Maintained detailed records of all work performed on each piece of equipment.
- Updated maintenance records and logs to track equipment health and repair history.
- Operated test meters and soldering equipment to replace electrical components and wiring.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on heavy duty trucks, trailers, and other related equipment.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Tested repaired equipment for proper performance.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.
- Kept up-to-date on industry trends through attending seminars or reading technical manuals.
- Utilized diagnostic software to identify issues and adjust settings for optimal machinery performance.
- Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic systems, ensuring equipment operated at peak efficiency.
- Repaired and replaced damaged or worn parts and operated and inspected machines or heavy equipment in order to diagnose defects.
- Maintained records of work performed on each vehicle and piece of equipment.
- Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues to determine the necessary repairs or replacements needed.
- Operated hoists or forklifts when needed in order to move vehicles or heavy parts around the shop.
- Overhauled hydraulic lifts and steered assemblies on motor graders and tractors.
- Fabricated new metal parts using drill presses and engine lathes.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with heavy equipment systems.
- Diagnosed faults using computerized testing equipment.
- Ordered replacement parts from suppliers when needed.
- Knowledge on air conditioning systems, recharging, and diagnosing
Education
High School Diploma -
Larue County High School
Hodgenville05-2009
Skills
- Computer diagnostic testing on equipment
- Welding and fabricating
- Wiring diagram
- Hydraulic systems
- Air conditioning system
- Engine work
- Air brake certification
- Air conditioning certification
- making and building new hydraulic lines
- Rebuilding hydraulic cylinders
- Install and take out engine/transmission
- Working with overhead crane and crane truck for rigging lifting
- Knowledge on email and computer work
- Filling out work orders
- DOT inspection sheets
- Knowledge on replacing after treatment systems and sensors
Timeline
Shop Manager
Srm concrete
10.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Larue County High School