Charles Franklin
Winnsboro,LA
Summary
Efficient Mechanic consistently guarantees customers short turnaround time for auto and heavy equipment, diesel trucks repairs. Focused on quality and customer satisfaction. Detailed understanding of safety mandates and regulations to maintain safe work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Charles Franklin
Winnsboro, LA
02.2024 - Current
- Constructed frameworks and structures using various wood materials and tools.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate project execution.
- Operated power tools and machinery safely to enhance work efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within established timelines.
Mechanic
Partco LLC
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Executed diagnostics and repairs on flood pumps and natural gas compressors, maintaining peak performance and compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted essential maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance of engines and compressors, including oil changes and inframe overhauls.
- Analyzed faults using diagnostic tools and software to create targeted repair strategies.
- Coordinated with team members to enhance service efficiency through streamlined workflows.
Auto Body Technician
Graham's Auto body & Delta glass
Winnsboro, LA
11.2021 - Current
- Disassembled sections of cars with damaged panels and removed old paint.
- Reattached panels and welded connections to return vehicles to proper shapes.
- Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
- Covered bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape to prevent overspray or damage to adjacent areas.
- Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
- Used buffing tools to repair dents on vehicle doors and panels.
Natural Gas Mechanic
Desert Compression
Carlsbad , NM
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Utilized various troubleshooting, diagnostic and repair methods to alleviate valve issues and operational problems.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Measured tolerances of assembled for conformance to standards, utilizing gauges, micrometers and calipers.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Kept compressors operating at peak efficiency by performing regular scheduled maintenance.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Engaged in troubleshooting of machinery malfunctions through use of testing instruments and observation of defective equipment, listening and visually analyzing for sources of problems.
Shop Foreman/lead Technician
Franklin parish police jury
Winnsboro, LA
11.2011 - 04.2021
- Observed department resources to manage use, maximize efficiency and achieve production targets.
- Checked project details to verify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and activities of workers.
- Conferred with technical and administrative staff to devise and implement corrective actions.
- Provided superintendent with information on job milestones.
- Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.
- Diagnosed and corrected malfunctions with equipment and machinery.
- Viewed and checked job equipment daily to determine maintenance requirements.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of safety at all job sites.
- Purchased high-quality project materials by sourcing reliable local suppliers.
- Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
- Delegated duties to each employee based upon his or her skills set and monitored progress daily.
- Authored and updated production reports and personnel records for use by senior managers in making accurate operational decisions.
- Maintained high standards of safety, productivity and quality for every job.
- Negotiated deals for materials with suppliers to stay within budgeted costs.
- Recorded supplies, parts, equipment and employee work hours for every job.
- Kept detailed records of all repairs, labor involved, and parts used and input data to customer database.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Attended all safety and training meetings to learn techniques to avoid injuries and mishaps.
- Prepared appropriate maintenance forms and records for accountability.
- Adjusted, repaired or replaced defective automotive parts.
Carpenter
Donnie Sturdivant
Crowville, LA
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Installed building structures such as windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings or walls to complete specified level of sound absorption and rebound.
- Prepared, cut and installed custom cabinetry, built-in bookcases and staircases.
Mechanic
Waller-Singer Chevrolet
Winnsboro , LA
02.2009 - 09.2011
- Adjusted, repaired or replaced defective automotive parts.
- Calibrated repaired systems to meet performance specifications outlined by manufacturers.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Examined all critical vehicle systems and parts to determine appropriate repairs and costs.
Farm Worker/Mechanic
James w Poindexter
Jigger, LA
08.2006 - 11.2008
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
- Harvested cotton
Laborer Worker
Industrial Valve Service
Mobile , AL
06.2008 - 07.2008
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Inspected pressure valves for quality and supervised installations to prevent errors.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Vocational College
Winnsboro, LASkills
- Heavy equipment mechanic and operator
- Gasoline and heavy duty diesel truck mechanic
- Testing and repair
- System maintenance
- Supervision
- Team management
- natural gas compressor mechanic
- auto body technician
- Windshield replacement
- Collision repair
- Body disassembly
- Panel beating
Timeline
Carpenter
Charles Franklin
02.2024 - Current
Mechanic
Partco LLC
03.2022 - 09.2023
Auto Body Technician
Graham's Auto body & Delta glass
11.2021 - Current
Natural Gas Mechanic
Desert Compression
04.2021 - 10.2021
Shop Foreman/lead Technician
Franklin parish police jury
11.2011 - 04.2021
Carpenter
Donnie Sturdivant
06.2011 - 09.2011
Mechanic
Waller-Singer Chevrolet
02.2009 - 09.2011
Laborer Worker
Industrial Valve Service
06.2008 - 07.2008
Farm Worker/Mechanic
James w Poindexter
08.2006 - 11.2008
Some College (No Degree) -
Vocational College