BRIAN BOYLES
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Hands-on diesel mechanic offering several years of experience completing inspection processes to identify worn out and defective parts and correcting vehicle deficiencies; versed in automobile, truck and van engineer repair. Proficient in using job-related equipment such as precision instruments and pressure gauges. Bringing excellent work ethic and in-depth knowledge. Polished in completing routine repairs, preventive maintenance and specialized rebuilds.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Boulder Contracting
Grundy Center, IA
03.2024 - Current
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Followed safety guidelines while performing repair work on heavy-duty vehicles.
- Worked with a team of mechanics to complete projects efficiently within time limits.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
Diesel Mechanic
Altorfer CAT
Cedar Rapids, IA
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Disassembled defective units to diagnose malfunctions and repair them accordingly.
- Assisted in the removal of engines from vehicles in order to replace them with new ones.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
John Deere
Waterloo, IA
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed upkeep and repair work on machinery at a company focused on industrial mechanical maintenance.
- Executed routine maintenance and repairs on foundry equipment
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
Diesel Mechanic
Harrison Truck Center/Truck Center Companies (TCC)
Elk Run, IA
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Developed technical skills as a Diesel Technician
- Completed certification for Cascadia, M2, Western Star, Detroit, and Cummings training and experience.
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Adjusted engine timing to factory specifications.
- Disassembled defective units to diagnose malfunctions and repair them accordingly.
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
Geopier Foreman
Peterson Contracting Inc.
Reinbeck, IA
06.2015 - 01.2020
- Managed ground stabilization with a variety of heavy equipment on construction sites spanning multiple states, such as LoDril, Telehandler, Lebherr, and Sennebogen.
- Completed 30-hour OSHA certification in safety protocols
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
Maintenance Technician
Waterloo Warehouse & Servicing Company
Waterloo, IA
01.2004 - 06.2015
- Maintained accurate records of shipped and received items by unpacking delivered goods in accordance with bills of lading/manifest/packing slips
- Operated fork truck for loading and unloading items during warehouse shipping and receiving operations
- Carried out responsibilities in areas such as general maintenance, building maintenance, and fork truck repairs
- Addressed necessary maintenance of semi-trailers
- Repaired and replaced worn parts in order to maintain proper functioning of the machines.
- Documented all repairs and maintenance activities performed on each machine.
- Calibrated various instruments used for measuring pressure, temperature, flow rate.
Education
GED -
EAST HIGH SCHOOL
WATERLOO, IOWA01.1998
Skills
- Fork Truck Operation
- Hand Tools
- Power Tools
- Time sheets/Daily Reports
- Fork Truck Repair
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory
- Bills of Lading
- Record Maintenance
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Building Maintenance
- Semi-Trailer Repair
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Track Loader/Rubber Tire Loader
- AF100/AF130/AF190 Operations
- Engine repair
- Solid independent worker
- Engine Rebuilds
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Stick Welding
- MIG welding
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Field maintenance
- Construction management
- Safety awareness
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
Certification
- Fork Truck Certification
Certifications through Harrison Truck Center/Truck Center Companies
- CEEA+
- HVAC Diagnostics
- Electronics systems
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- M2 Expert Certification
- Western Star Expert Certification
- Cascadia - Certification on all models
- DT12 Transmissions Certification
- Driveline Vibrations Analysis
- Heavy Duty Truck Systems
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Boulder Contracting
03.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Altorfer CAT
07.2023 - 02.2024
Industrial Maintenance Technician
John Deere
11.2022 - 07.2023
Diesel Mechanic
Harrison Truck Center/Truck Center Companies (TCC)
01.2020 - 11.2022
Geopier Foreman
Peterson Contracting Inc.
06.2015 - 01.2020
Maintenance Technician
Waterloo Warehouse & Servicing Company
01.2004 - 06.2015
GED -
EAST HIGH SCHOOL
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