Brent Beach
Norton Transport
Beech Grove,IN
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Highly skilled diesel mechanic and truck driver with over six years of experience. Known for a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to safety. Successfully maintained vehicle performance, ensuring timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
Work History
Truck Driver
2 Years 7 Months- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel use, and delivery schedules.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate routes and address issues.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through exceptional service and communication skills.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Diesel Mechanic
2 Years 6 Months- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repair on heavy-duty diesel equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes, improving turnaround times for repairs.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules that reduced downtime and extended machinery lifespan.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to identify and resolve complex mechanical failures in a timely manner.
- Managed inventory of tools and parts, ensuring availability for immediate repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Developed standard operating procedures for equipment inspections, increasing compliance with safety regulations.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
Shop Foreman
3 Months- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Led team meetings to discuss workflow improvements, fostering collaboration and efficiency among staff.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and maintenance procedures, enhancing overall team performance.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock availability and reducing downtime for repair services.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and minimized operational delays in service delivery.
- Established maintenance schedules for equipment, prolonging lifespan and reducing repair costs significantly.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to streamline project timelines and improve customer satisfaction rates.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Directed daily operations of team of 6 technicians and shop professionals.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring all projects met or exceeded company and client expectations before final delivery.
- Increased shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and organizing work areas.
Diesel Mechanic
2 Years 9 Months- Trained junior mechanics on best practices in safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills, teamwork abilities, and effective communication among colleagues and supervisors alike.
- Reduced downtime for vehicles by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Minimized costly breakdowns through proactive preventative maintenance measures on heavy equipment and vehicles.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Installed and adjusted fuel injection systems and turbochargers to enhance vehicle performance.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Preserved fleet longevity through comprehensive overhauls of aging equipment as needed.
- Guaranteed adherence to environmental standards by properly disposing of hazardous waste materials generated during repairs.
Diesel Mechanic/Truck Driver
3 Years- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles, enhancing longevity and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues efficiently.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Skills
Safe driving
Strong work ethic
Self-motivation and discipline
Safe driving practices
Dependable and reliable
Transportation safety
Attention to detail
Class A commercial Driver's license
Vehicle inspection
Commercial driving
DOT compliance
Long-haul driving
Load security
Vehicle maintenance
Inclement weather driving
Decision-making
Customer-oriented
Equipment operation
Materials transport
Basic computer literacy
Flexible schedule availability
Defensive driving techniques
Clean MVR
Certification
- Air Conditioning, MACS - 10 years
- Licensed Class A CDL - 25 years
Timeline
Truck Driver
Norton Transport
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
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07.2021 - 01.2024Read More
Shop Foreman
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04.2021 - 07.2021Read More
Diesel Mechanic
Franklin Equipment Inc.
07.2018 - 04.2021Read More
Diesel Mechanic/Truck Driver
ERS Environmental
07.2015 - 07.2018Read More
Southport High School
No Degree from General Studies
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