Desired Job Title
Diesel Shop ManagerField TechnicianHeavy Equipment MechanicField Service TechnicianConstruction MechanicWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: Elizabethtown, KY, US
Open to relocation: No
Open To Work
Brandon Price
Elizabethtown,KY
Work Preference
Summary
Versatile field technician with 8+ years of expertise in diagnosing hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues. Experienced in maintaining compliance with safety standards and enhancing workplace efficiency through effective communication and troubleshooting capabilities.
Professional with solid grounding in fieldwork, ready to make impact. Possess key skills in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical diagnostics. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable with keen ability to work under changing conditions.
Overview
8
8
Years of Equipment Mechanic History
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Field Technician
Taylor Sudden Service
Elizabethtown, KY
03.2025 - Current
- Worked in construction and Industrial fields
- Diagnosing hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues
- Diagnosed technical issues using specialized tools and techniques for efficient troubleshooting.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed, parts used, and service reports for documentation.
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing installations and repairs to minimize risks on-site.
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
- Prepared and submitted reports to document work performed and provide progress updates to management.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and timely technical support for various issues.
- Communicated with customers to provide updates, gather information and resolve issues.
- Exceeded client expectations with excellent communication skills, keeping them informed throughout the entire resolution process.
- Cultivated strong client relationships by consistently delivering top-quality service in a professional manner.
- Continuously expanded skill set by pursuing relevant certifications and staying current on industry trends.
- Tailored communication to meet needs of non-technical clients, enhancing understanding and satisfaction.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Welding, fabricating, and cutting using stick welder, mig welder, torch and plasma cutter
- Reading wiring, hydraulic and electrical prints
- Diagnose, repair and replace DEF systems
- Preformed emergency on-site trouble shooting and repair
- Order parts and supplies
- Completed inspections
- Mentored junior technicians
Diesel Shop Manager
SRM Concrete
Louisville, KY
10.2017 - 03.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with safety standards.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices, and product knowledge.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and increased team productivity
- Diagnosing hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues
- Preformed preventive maintenance
- Maintained compliance with DOT inspections, regulations and safety standards
- Preformed emergency on-site and road side assistance
- Preformed suspension work, steering components repair, transfer case repairs, and brake system replacements and repair
- Welding, fabrication, and cutting using stick and mig welders, torch and plasma cutters
- Conducted regular quality inspections to maintain high standards of product delivery.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and increased team productivity.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular reviews, setting clear expectations, and offering constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Collaborated with other managers within the company network for best practice sharing and continuous improvement efforts.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Flatbed Wrecker Driver
Doug's Towing & Recovery
Elizabethtown, KY
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Operated tow trucks to recover vehicles in various conditions.
- Assessed accident scenes to determine safe recovery strategies for vehicles.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and customers to ensure timely service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of towing services, including vehicle details and locations.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing on-the-job incidents and ensuring compliance.
- Developed efficient routes for towing operations, improving response times significantly.
- Maintained a clean and organized wrecker vehicle, contributing to a professional company image and efficient service delivery.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient wrecker services for stranded motorists.
- Built positive relationships with local repair shops through ongoing communication about vehicle drop-offs and pick-ups as needed.
- Coordinated effectively with dispatchers to prioritize service calls based on urgency and proximity, maximizing productivity throughout shifts.
- Developed a thorough understanding of various types of vehicles and their specific towing requirements, enabling efficient and safe transportation for all customers.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on wrecker equipment, identifying potential issues before they became critical problems.
- Provided exceptional customer service by empathizing with clients in stressful situations, offering reassurance, and answering questions about the towing process.
- Performed minor roadside repairs when possible, reducing tow costs for customers and expediting their return to travel.
- Stayed up-to-date on local traffic laws and regulations, ensuring compliance during all wrecker operations.
- Assisted in the recovery of vehicles involved in accidents, ensuring safe removal from roadways while minimizing additional damage.
- Safely transported vehicles to designated locations using proper tie-down techniques, preventing further damage or loss during transit.
- Kept management informed of any challenges or concerns related to daily operations, ensuring prompt resolution and continuous improvement efforts.
- Contributed to the overall success of the company by remaining flexible and adaptable during periods of high call volume, extended shifts, or unexpected staffing issues.
- Completed detailed incident reports for each job, providing accurate information for billing and record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized GPS technology to efficiently navigate routes and respond quickly to service calls within designated areas.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills by assessing complex recovery situations and determining the best course of action under pressure.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies needed for daily duties, ensuring availability when required for specific tasks.
- Assisted with unlocks, jump starts and tire changes
- Hauled equipment
General Labor Construction Worker
Phillips Brother's Construction
Vine Grove, KY
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines and quality standards were met.
- Maintained clean, organized worksites to promote a safe working environment and minimize hazards.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
Assembler
Kentucky Trailer
Louisville, KY
12.2013 - 04.2015
- Assembled trailer components using hand tools and power tools to ensure structural integrity.
- Operated machinery for precise fabrication of metal parts, enhancing production efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes and reduce lead times.
- Inspected assembled units for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various types of assemblies, allowing for seamless transition between different projects as needed.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Reduced assembly errors by following detailed instructions and blueprints for each project.
- Optimized workspace organization, leading to safer and more efficient assembly environment.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Welding, fabricating and cutting materials
- Reading tape measure
Education
High School Diploma -
Larue County High School
Hodgenville, KY05-2009
Skills
- Field operations
- Workplace safety
- Professional communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Knowledge of Bell Articulating Trucks; Hyundai Wheel Loader, Excavator, Skid Steers, Minis, Bulldozers; Terberg; Magni; John Deere Tractors, Balers, Backhoes; Case Skid Steer, Backhoe, Minis; Cat High Lift, Dozer, Wheel Loader; Komatsu Wheel Loader, Excavator, Bulldozer, High Lift; Massey Ferguson Tractors; Case IH Tractors; New Holland Tractors; Kabota Skid Steer, Tractors; LP Fork Trucks; Volvo Wheel Loader, Excavator, Over the Road Trucks Western Star, Kenworth, Mack; Concrete Equipment, Trowel Machine, Screen Machine, Mixer Trucks, Cement Tanker Trucks, Dump Trucks, Rock Crusher, and Traumas Rollers
- Knowledge of diagnostic equipment- Cummins Insight, Data Link, Jaw Test, J Pro, Nexiq, Snap-on, Xentry, and Texa
- Electrical systems
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Following safety practices
- Multitasking Abilities
- Customer service
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Organizational skills
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Heavy equipment repair
- Knowledge of Motors including Detroit, Cummins, Caterpillar, Perkins, Doyits, Mercedes, Duramax, and Power Stroke
- Knowledge of reading wires, and hydraulic prints
- Welding skills
- Knowledge of use of hand tools
- Own personal tools to complete job
- Knowledge of Crane truck use
- Knowledge of computer systems- Outlook, Microsoft Word, Email and Parts Manual Look up
- Work order completion
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
Certification
- AC Certified
- MSHA Certified
- Air Brake Certified
Timeline
Field Technician
Taylor Sudden Service
03.2025 - Current
Diesel Shop Manager
SRM Concrete
10.2017 - 03.2025
Flatbed Wrecker Driver
Doug's Towing & Recovery
08.2015 - 10.2017
General Labor Construction Worker
Phillips Brother's Construction
04.2015 - 08.2015
Assembler
Kentucky Trailer
12.2013 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Larue County High School
On Job Training
- LP Fork Truck Training
- Magni Training
- Leadership Training
- Bell Articulating Dump Truck Training
- Hyundai Articulating Dump Truck Training
- Basic Hydraulic and Electrical Class
- Screen Machine Training
- Taylor Forklift Training
- Reading Wire and Hydraulic Prints