Chase Derezze
Hightstown,New Jersey
Summary
Experienced Diesel Equipment Technician skilled in diagnostic testing, preventative maintenance, and engine repair. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and adapts quickly to new technologies. Collaborates effectively with team members to improve service quality and workshop efficiency while mentoring youth mechanics in essential skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Equipment Technician
Sandblast Solutions
Millstone, New Jersey
02.2023 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy machinery and diesel-powered vehicles to ensure functionality.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines and equipment systems to enhance reliability.
- Repaired hydraulic systems and components, optimizing performance and minimizing downtime.
- Reassembled diesel engines after repair work had been completed.
- Installed new replacement parts, including injectors, turbochargers, water pumps, and alternators, to restore equipment functionality. such as injectors, turbochargers, water pumps and alternators.
- Tested repaired equipment for proper performance before releasing it to the customer.
- Evaluated and replaced defective clamps, brackets, hoses, and other system components to maintain equipment reliability. clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Conducted maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes, and key services, ensuring machinery reliability and optimal performance., tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Drained and removed old oil from machinery, ensuring proper disposal and preparation for new fluid., replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance safety standards in workplace environments.
- Trained junior technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with vendors to order parts and supplies based on job specifications.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions while performing repairs on various types of diesel engines.
- Identified potential safety hazards associated with faulty diesel engines and took necessary steps to rectify them.
- Worked closely with service managers to ensure that all tasks are completed according to schedule.
- Documented service reports to provide comprehensive accounts of repairs and maintenance performed on equipment.
Education
Robbinsville Highschool
Robbinsville, NJHigh School Diploma -
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJ06-2025
Skills
- Diesel engine repair
- Heavy machinery repair
- Hydraulic system repair
- Pneumatic systems
- Vehicle diagnostic testing
- Maintenance inspection
- Preventive maintenance proficiency
- Maintenance and repair
- Parts replacement
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Troubleshooting skills
- Battery maintenance
- Vendor coordination
- Technical support
- Team collaboration
- Workplace safety
Timeline
Diesel Equipment Technician
Sandblast Solutions
02.2023 - Current
Robbinsville Highschool
High School Diploma -
Mercer County Community College