Colby Kidder
Canandaigua,NY
Summary
Skilled diesel mechanic specializing in medium duty to heavy duty truck maintenance with hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines. Familiarity with diagnostic tools and techniques ensures efficient problem-solving and vehicle reliability. Strengths include teamwork, adaptability to fast-paced environments, and commitment to safety standards. Consistently contributed to reducing downtime and extending the service life of fleet vehicles through preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Technician
Conway Beam Leasing
Henrietta, NY
07.2023 - Current
- Pre-delivery Vehicle Inspections, Federal Maintenance Inspections, New York State Inspections, diagnosis, electrical repairs, periodic maintenance inspections, exhaust and after-treatment repairs, perform recalls, brake repairs and adjustments, kingpin replacement, wheel seal replacements, replaced tires, injector replacements, overhead adjustments, cooling system repairs, create cases with E-Service, body repairs, airbag repairs, differential reseals, transmission repairs, suspension repairs, air system repairs, fuel system maintenance and repairs, cutting with torches, greasing trucks, and fifth wheel inspections/repairs.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
Medium Duty Fleet Technician
UPS
Geneva, NY
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Federal Maintenance Inspections, New York State Inspections, brake repairs, auto-lube repairs, drilling/riveting body panels, etc., cooling system repairs, periodic maintenance inspections, diagnosis, wheel seals, changed tires, went on road calls, took care of driver vehicle inspection reports, spark plug replacements, exhaust repairs, window replacements, and training.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Automotive Technician
Vision Nissan
Canandaigua, NY
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Performed diagnosis, suspension and brake repairs,cutting rotors, alignments, New York State inspections, transmission replacements, short block engine rebuilds, used car inspections, and pre-delivery inspections.
- Executed tire rotations, replacements, and repairs, as well as oil changes and filter services, to maintain vehicle safety and efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY06-2018
Skills
- NYSI license
- Preventive Maintenance
- Performs repairs in a neat, and timely manner
- Attention to detail
- Good problem-solving skills
- Adaptable
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Conway Beam Leasing
07.2023 - Current
Medium Duty Fleet Technician
UPS
11.2022 - 07.2023
Automotive Technician
Vision Nissan
10.2019 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe Community College