Brenden Henicke
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Skilled Heavy Equipment Technician with advanced experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems across major equipment platforms. Industrial Engineering background strengthens system-level troubleshooting, workflow efficiency, and technical decision-making. Proven performance in high-volume shop environments completing complex repairs, ensuring reliability, and communicating clearly with customers and supervisors. Known for precision, adaptability, and consistently reducing downtime through high-quality, efficient repair work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Technician
BOSS JCB
Pflugerville, Texas
02.2025 - Current
- Diagnose and repair construction equipment including backhoes, telehandlers, skid steers, excavators, and wheel loaders, and many more using advanced electronic diagnostics, hydraulic schematics, and CAN-bus analysis tools.
- Perform full-system troubleshooting across powertrain, hydraulics, electrical, and fuel systems, isolating faults using JCB ServiceMaster, manual test procedures, and OEM technical documentation.
- Execute precision mechanical repairs including hydraulic component rebuilds, pump and valve replacements, drivetrain component rebuilds, and engine tear-downs
- Rebuild and reassemble diesel engines and major components to manufacturer specification, including calibration, timing, and post-repair verification.
- Conduct preventive maintenance and safety inspections aligned with JCB service intervals, ensuring operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
- Identify root causes of performance issues, implement corrective actions, and document repair processes for warranty and customer service records.
- Provide technical guidance to customers, explaining findings, repair options, and cost-benefit considerations to support informed decision-making.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Austin Rent Way
Austin, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Diagnose and repair a wide range of heavy equipment, including excavators, dozers, skid steers, graders, and loaders.
- Perform mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting using diagnostic tools and technical documentation.
- Conduct preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and component replacements (hoses, seals, bearings, belts, etc.).
- Rebuild diesel engines (Kubota, Doosan, Deutz, CAT), as well as hydraulic components.
- Interpret drawings and schematics to plan repairs, and ensure proper functionality.
- Communicate repair findings to customers, and maintain accurate service and parts records.
Farm Mechanic/hand
Huie Farms
Beeville, TX
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Maintained and repaired tractors, combines, harvesters, and related farm machinery, including engines, drivetrains, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical and electrical faults using meters and diagnostic tools; rebuilt diesel engines and overhauled major components.
- Replaced hydraulic pumps, motors, wiring harnesses, gears, bearings, and other critical parts to restore equipment reliability.
- Performed tune-ups, fluid services, and full refurbishments on used equipment for resale.
- Operated heavy agricultural equipment for testing and verification; performed fabrication and trailer repairs as needed.
Metal Fabricator
Performance Top Drives
Three Rivers, TX
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Read and interpreted engineering blueprints to determine dimensions, tolerances, and material requirements.
- Set up and operated fabrication equipment, including shears, brakes, rolls, presses, and grinders, for metal forming.
- Performed MIG, TIG, and arc welding in flat, vertical, and overhead positions; inspected weld quality to meet specifications.
- Fabricated and modified structural components for top-drive vehicles, and custom equipment.
- Worked with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and high-strength alloys.
- Used precision tools (calipers, micrometers) to verify part accuracy and tolerances.
- Performed cutting, grinding, and finishing on fabricated assemblies while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12-2025
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems knowledge
- Diesel engine experience
- Critical thinking & problem diagnosis
- Technical documentation accuracy
- Professionalism & customer communication
- Reliability & self-motivation
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Technician
BOSS JCB
02.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Austin Rent Way
06.2022 - Current
Farm Mechanic/hand
Huie Farms
05.2020 - 09.2020
Metal Fabricator
Performance Top Drives
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Texas State University