Damien Hunt
Summary
Seasoned Diesel Mechanic offering expertise in engines, brakes and other vehicle systems. Effective team player with understanding of customer service standards and documentation requirements. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Diesel Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Diesel Technician
Travel Centers Of America
07.2023 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to inspect diesel engines for signs of damage.
Welder/Mechanic/Fabrication Welder
Little Creek Dairy
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
Feed Manager/Tractor Mechanic
Koppes Family Dairy
08.2015 - 01.2021
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Education
Vocational Degree - Electrical Maintenance/industrial Maintenance
Southeastern Community College
West Burlington, IA06.2021
Vocational Certificate - Welding/fabrication/blue Print Reading
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05.2010
Skills
- Trailer Repair
- On-board Diagnostics
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Tire Rotation and Balancing
- Welding and Fabrication
- Exhaust Systems Repair
- Electrical Systems Troubleshooting
- Advanced Diagnostics
- Cooling System Service
- Emission Control Systems
- Mobile Repair Services
- Roadside Assistance
- Suspension Systems
- Air Brake Systems
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Electronic Control Modules
- Battery Maintenance
- Vehicle Inspections
- Preventive Maintenance
- Chassis Lubrication
- Pneumatic Systems Repair
- Water Pump Replacement
- Visual Inspection
- Malfunction Diagnostics
- Battery Checks
- Equipment and Machinery Lubrication
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Parts Reconditioning
- Engine Diagnostic Software
- Forklift Operation
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
Accomplishments
Certificate of completion Ac/leak detection
Timeline
Mobile Diesel Technician
Travel Centers Of America
07.2023 - Current
Welder/Mechanic/Fabrication Welder
Little Creek Dairy
01.2019 - 04.2022
Feed Manager/Tractor Mechanic
Koppes Family Dairy
08.2015 - 01.2021
Vocational Degree - Electrical Maintenance/industrial Maintenance
Southeastern Community College
Vocational Certificate - Welding/fabrication/blue Print Reading
Iowa Central Community College