Christopher Vick
Killeen,TX
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment technician with strong background in diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of various machinery. Known for effective team collaboration and adapting to changing needs while delivering reliable results. Expertise in hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and electrical troubleshooting. Dependable, solutions-focused, and driven by commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Bradley
Bae Systems Inc.
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Analyzed malfunctioning vehicles and determined type of repairs required.
- Troubleshot vehicle malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, engine and transmission components to return vehicles to service.
- Responsible for maintenance on 18 vehicles resulting in 95% operational readiness.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Abrams Family of Tanks)
General Dynamics
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Traveled as a skilled technician to perform modifications in accordance with Modification Work Orders resulting in zero safety incidents
- Worked on three teams in five locations while on travel resulting in 100 percent completion rate and complete customer satisfaction
- Worked as a contractor to cross train 1 welder into a mechanic role resulting in zero safety incidents and mission completion
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Upheld safety standards by meticulously following industry guidelines for equipment handling, maintenance, and repair procedures.
- Increased customer satisfaction through timely completion of repair projects while adhering to high-quality workmanship standards.
Delivery Driver
Domino’s
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided delivery service with over 14,000 miles logged and zero vehicle incidents
- Upheld company integrity by providing excellent customer service and going beyond to ensure customer satisfaction
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
Motor Sergeant
United States Army Reserves
03.2013 - 12.2023
- Served as HHC motor sergeant resulting in vehicle functional rate from 19% to 95% in 6 months
- Responsible for maintenance, quality assurance, and dispatch of 42 wheeled vehicles, generators, DRASH, ensuring company compliance with Army and command guidance in every quarter and annual inspection
- Ensured proper documentation for all vehicle inspections, semi-annual, and annual services resulting in zero deficiencies during command inspections
- Trained 200 soldiers in proper vehicle inspection resulting in 20 percent reduction vehicle maintenance times
- Trained 84 soldiers in vehicle night operations with night vision goggles with zero safety incidents
- Trained 130 soldiers in proper vehicle self-recovery methods on HMMWV, HEMTT, PLS, LHS, and LMTV resulting in a 40 percent reduction in safety incidents during vehicle training exercises
Automotive Technician
Toyota of Killeen
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a variety of makes and models while serving as a certified Toyota technician resulting in zero safety incidents
- Worked to ensure customer received services only necessary for the vehicle by providing a video multi-point inspection on every vehicle, resulting in 99 percent customer satisfaction, 11 customer referrals and 6 customer requests for me to work on their vehicle
- Repaired 6 dealership provided toolboxes from rust damage, saving the company $3,000 in equipment replacement
Truck Driver
Schneider National
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Logged over 96,000 miles while operating in a variety of weather conditions and terrain resulting in zero safety incidents
- Completed all local training requirements to perform job safely and efficiently
- Operated vehicle in both team and solo settings while hauling dry van and reefer cargo resulting in zero DOT violations and 100 percent on time delivery ratings
- 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.
Quality Control and Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army Active Duty
06.2005 - 03.2013
- Maintained and operated $35 million dollars’ worth of equipment, inventory equipment resulting in a zero loss over a seven-year period
- Developed and maintained a new Quality Control Program within an environment that reduced maintenance costs by 19% and increased vehicle readiness by 26%
- Trained and supervised 300 personnel on maintenance procedures of 17 different vehicles
- Trained 420 personnel on safe self-recovery operations
- Created company operating standards for safety resulting in 0 injuries for 6 quarters straight
- Provided scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on 19 different vehicles using operator, maintenance, and depot level manuals; includes M2A3/M3A2/A3 Bradley Fighting Vehicle and M88A1
- Operated as secondary parts specialist using SAMS-E and GCSS-Army resulting in no loss of productivity during peak customer times
Education
Associate Degree - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX08.2016
Skills
- Safety processes
- Electrical work
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy equipment diagnostics
- Troubleshooting skills
- Effective communication skills
- Diagnostic procedures
- Project documentation
Certification
- Motor Transport Operator, Advanced Skills Course, U.S. Army, 7-week course
- Basic Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army
- Advanced Leadership and Management Development Course, U.S. Army
- Vehicle Maintenance and Recovery Course, U.S. Army
- Associates of Arts-General Studies, Central Texas College
- Class-A CDL, Troops Into Transportation
- Toyota Certified Maintenance Technician
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Bradley
Bae Systems Inc.
02.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Abrams Family of Tanks)
General Dynamics
09.2024 - 02.2025
Delivery Driver
Domino’s
11.2023 - 09.2024
Automotive Technician
Toyota of Killeen
04.2023 - 10.2023
Truck Driver
Schneider National
03.2022 - 04.2023
Motor Sergeant
United States Army Reserves
03.2013 - 12.2023
Quality Control and Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army Active Duty
06.2005 - 03.2013
Associate Degree - General Studies
Central Texas College
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