Charles Drake
Plainfield,IN
Summary
Diesel Technician and entrepreneur with ~4 years in the field. Started small at a young age completing side work through self teaching. Professionally began a career with J.B. hunt as an apprentice and in 3 years have been promoted 3 times to senior technician. Have worked closely with Arnett industries since its start up in 2020 and have used experience and knowledge to grow the company into a successful business model
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Diesel Technician
J.B. Hunt Transport services
East Brunswick, NJ
11.2019 - Current
Responsibilities range from performing basic preventative maintenance, repair and rebuild of driveline systems, as well as more complex diagnostic work in numerous applications.
- Complete troubleshooting and resolve faults using programs such as CUMMINS insight, DL8, Navistar products, and ACOM pro.
- Rebuild and repair all mechanical assemblies. Axels, wheel ends, coupling devices, etc
- Proficient in pneumatic and hydraulic system repair, in a variety of applications such as braking, dump trailers, loaders, lift gates, etc.
- Verify operation and repair of OBC and ELD equipment as well as other asset tracking electronics
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure safe operation of equipment
Entrepreneur
Arnett Industries
Plainfield, IN
04.2021 - Current
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Used knowledge of how repair shops are run to replicate and efficient business model
- Learned new skills and adapted to repairing different types of equipment
- Expanded understanding of other relevant tasks such as service writing, build customer relationships, invoicing, accounting, part and material allocation
- Have doubled work load since last spring and bill 40-50 hours per week with expectations of 80-100 by July of 2022
Skills
- ABS Systems Knowledge
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical Systems
- Managing Fleet Vehicles
- Forklift
- Time management
Accomplishments
In the 4th quarter of 2021 I was acknowledged as the technician of the quarter for the entire midwest regen. I was rewarded with this for my ability to complete various difficult task such as diagnostic and trouble shooting while being able to meet and exceed standard repair times. I would also like to add that while my time in the field is limited and have a lot to learn, I have been promoted 3 times since starting and am a very proficient tech, I have been selected to work at other shops when help is needed and have relocated completely while working at J.B. hunt. I have helped start and grow a small business known as Arnett Industries
Certification
- 02/21 - n/a Cummins ISX15 CM2250 and ISX15 CM2350 X101
- 02/21 - n/a Cummins X15 2350 X114B, X15 CM2350 X116B
- 01/21 - n/a Cummins B6.7 CM2350 B121B
- 01/21 - n/a Cummins ISB6.7 CM2250 and ISB6.7 CM2350 B101
- 08/20 - n/a ACE 609 Refrigerant and Recover
Timeline
Entrepreneur
Arnett Industries
04.2021 - Current
Senior Diesel Technician
J.B. Hunt Transport services
11.2019 - Current
- 02/21 - n/a Cummins ISX15 CM2250 and ISX15 CM2350 X101
- 02/21 - n/a Cummins X15 2350 X114B, X15 CM2350 X116B
- 01/21 - n/a Cummins B6.7 CM2350 B121B
- 01/21 - n/a Cummins ISB6.7 CM2250 and ISB6.7 CM2350 B101
- 08/20 - n/a ACE 609 Refrigerant and Recover
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