Brandon Reese
Bryan,TX
Summary
Lead Field Mechanic and Equipment Technician with extensive experience in agriculture, construction, and automotive industries. Enhanced team productivity and equipment reliability through training, preventive maintenance, and innovative solutions. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and customer relations, bringing a proactive approach to managing projects and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Field Mechanic
Simmons Services
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team productivity by providing training and guidance to junior mechanics on proper procedures, safety protocols and customer relations.
- Served as a key liaison between the maintenance team and management, communicating updates on project progress, potential roadblocks and parts sourcing when other/more parts are needed effectively.
- Conducted thorough post-repair quality checks to ensure all work was completed to the highest standards, minimizing the risk of future failures causing more downtime/cost to customers.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities to facilitate accurate tracking of equipment history.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure a consistent supply chain for replacement parts and materials needed for repairs.
- Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Communicate with up to 30 phone calls, emails, and text messages to customers and vendors while completing task at hand.
Agriculture/Construction Equipment Technician
AgCon Services
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced production efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment failures and remedied problems to restore functionality.
- Calculated bills according to record of repairs made, labor time and parts used.
- Maintained and repaired farm machinery, systems and vehicles to keep operations smooth and efficient.
- Reduced repair times by developing comprehensive inventory management system for spare parts.
- Tested and replaced electrical components and wiring using test meters, soldering equipment and hand tools.
- Assembled, tested and maintained company equipment 5 pieces of equipment on weekly basis.
Automotive Technician
Wixon Automotive
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending life of customers'' vehicles.
- Contributed to business growth through exceptional customer service, leading to increased repeat clientele and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Expanded service offerings with continuous professional development efforts, staying informed on new technologies within automotive industry.
- Streamlined work processes through effective collaboration with other technicians, resulting in faster turnaround times for customer vehicles.
- Cultivated a loyal client base through personalized consultations, listening attentively to each individual''s needs before recommending appropriate solutions.
- Optimized fuel efficiency for customers with regular engine tune-ups and maintenance.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
Yard Hand
Tucker Concrete
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Supported yard operations with the proper use of tools, machinery, and equipment following safety protocols.
- Operated forklift and power washer to complete assigned yard tasks.
- Conducted general clean up of entire yard and facilities to maintain safe working environment.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment, promoting a safe and efficient workspace for all employees.
- Performed safety checks and routine maintenance on equipment, fostering safe operations.
- Enhanced yard organization by implementing efficient space management techniques.
- Checked equipment for safety and functionality before operating.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Operated yard machinery, hydraulic trailer and forklift to move materials and maintain organization.
- Cleaned, acid washed and chipped all dried concrete stuck to trucks for proper operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Earl Rudder Highschool
Bryan, TX05.2021
Skills
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Power Tool Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Welding and fabrication
- HVAC Systems Maintenance
- Hydraulic Systems Expertise
- Fleet Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Effective communication skills
- Mechanical Diagnostics
- Operating Equipment
Timeline
Lead Field Mechanic
Simmons Services
08.2023 - Current
Agriculture/Construction Equipment Technician
AgCon Services
02.2023 - 08.2023
Automotive Technician
Wixon Automotive
04.2021 - 02.2023
Yard Hand
Tucker Concrete
11.2019 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
James Earl Rudder Highschool
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