Daniel Walker
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Experienced Diesel Technician with background testing, diagnosing, and correcting mechanical issues with speed and accuracy. Good communicator with organized approach and solid understanding of priorities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Technician
TA Truck Service
Baldwin, FL
05.2025 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on diesel engines to ensure optimal performance.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components in heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve service efficiency.
- Provided training and guidance to junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Conducted inspections on vehicles to identify potential issues before breakdowns occurred.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and performed repairs when necessary.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Maintained accurate records of all work completed so that future technicians could easily access information about previous repairs.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, electrical systems, suspensions, air systems, HVAC, engine oil leaks, and coolant systems.
- Replaced worn out parts such as air dryers, starters, batteries, alternators, fan clutches, suspension air bags, various types of valves, brake chambers, brake shoes, brake drums, reservoirs, tires, wheel studs, 7 way plug sockets, and belts.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical issues using multi meter.
- Utilized vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs such as JPRO diagnostic equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired trailer lighting issues using aplha mutt diagnostic equipment.
- Checked fan belts for wear or tension issues and replaced them if necessary.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to increase customer satisfaction.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Used tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs.
- Partnered with manager to learn new skills using technician training and hands-on coaching.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Read and interpreted standards, drawings and blueprints and pinpointed inspection needs for repair work.
Motorcycle Technician
Red Dirt Motorcycles
Jacksonville, FL
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintained and serviced the motorcycles according to the work orders and carried tests to check if the repair has been done:
- Diagnosed malfunction and repaired various types of motorcycles such as Street bikes, sportbikes, and dirt bikes according to the technical specifications.
- Installed various test parts and documented the results, checked on the service ability of the motorcycle.
- Regulated the tests by installing the motorcycle on the vehicle test stand and checking that the connections are at a place to get the correct results.
- Conducted durability tests and performed a final audit and bright light on the vehicles as requested by the customer.
- Prepared the Test Incident Report and recorded the repair and servicing done on the
- Detailing and general maintenance of off-road and on-road motorcycles and ATV.
- Maintained small engine vehicles including motorcycles and ATVs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems then made efficient repairs:
- Tested engine performance and function.
- Performed diverse mechanical work on varied types of motorcycles.
Motorcycle Technician
Knucklehead Cycles
Middleburg, FL
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained and serviced the motorcycles according to the work orders and carried tests to check if the repair has been done:
- Diagnosed malfunction and repaired various types of motorcycles such as Street bikes, sportbikes, and dirt bikes according to the technical specifications.
- Installed various test parts and documented the results, checked on the service ability of the motorcycle.
- Regulated the tests by installing the motorcycle on the vehicle test stand and checking that the connections are at a place to get the correct results.
- Conducted durability tests and performed a final audit and bright light on the vehicles as requested by the customer.
- Prepared the Test Incident Report and recorded the repair and servicing done on the
- Detailing and general maintenance of off-road and on-road motorcycles and ATV.
- Maintained small engine vehicles including motorcycles and ATVs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems then made efficient repairs:
- Tested engine performance and function.
- Performed diverse mechanical work on varied types of motorcycles.
Porter
Adamec Harley Davidson
Jacksonville, FL
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Operate the company vehicle with, and without, the trailer;
- Assist with delivery of inventory from other dealers or distribution
- After service is complete detail and refuel vehicles to prepare for the next stage;
- Communicate vehicle status to Service Advisers, or Service Managers, upon completion
- Use appropriate equipment to clean and maintain the shop area, and facility
- Help out as needed
Machinery Operator
West Fraser
Maxville, FL
09.2015 - 12.2018
- Operate sawmill to saw logs into rough sawn lumber and dimensional lumber
- Train machine operators and employees of the sawmill
- Perform preventative maintenance of mill
- Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations and utilizing safety equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment that is not functioning properly
- Clean and organize sawmill regularly
Order Filler
Wal-Mart distribution center
Macclenny, FL
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Manages pick ticket orders
- Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, colour, quantity, and quality requirements
- Ensures that orders are accurate
- Stages items correctly for delivery
- Operates handling equipment and ensures safety regulations are followed
- Plans and monitors product storage and dispatch
- Ensures warehouse goals are met
- Maintains a high level of health and safety standards
- Shrink wraps products to pallets
- Performs other general warehouse duties as needed
Landscaper
Mow Power
Jacksonville, FL
07.2013 - 09.2014
- Perform groundskeeping and building maintenance duties.
- Mow lawn by push mower.
- Trim and edge around walkways, flower beds, and walls.
- Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.
- Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others.
- Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth.
- Sweep walkway of debris.
- Trim shrubs and pull weeds.
- Perform minor repairs on equipment utilized in groundskeeping.
- Rake, mulch, the grounds as needed.
Package Handler
UPS
Jacksonville, FL
05.2011 - 09.2014
- Quickly and efficiently working to unload or load packages into predesignated areas while retaining customer service and integrity by ensuring that the the items I was handling were not damaged in any way.
Education
High school GED - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Middlburg High School
MiddlburgSkills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Brake system inspection
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
References
- Chris Mullins, Red Dirt Motorcycles shop manager, 7 years, 904-434-9062
- Anthony Henschel, Friend, 15 years, 904-303-9314
- Kristi Walker, Mother, 31 years, 904-554-9634
Affiliations
Playing drums
Riding motorcycles
Reading
Spending time with friends and family
Spending time outdoors
Certification
- 609 card
Accomplishments
- completion of the following hands on training courses offered through TA Truck service
- service and quality
- Modern chasis
- modern electrical systems
- modern HVAC systems
Timeline
Diesel Technician
TA Truck Service
05.2025 - Current
Motorcycle Technician
Knucklehead Cycles
04.2023 - 05.2023
Motorcycle Technician
Red Dirt Motorcycles
03.2023 - 10.2023
Porter
Adamec Harley Davidson
12.2018 - 04.2019
Machinery Operator
West Fraser
09.2015 - 12.2018
Order Filler
Wal-Mart distribution center
09.2014 - 09.2015
Landscaper
Mow Power
07.2013 - 09.2014
Package Handler
UPS
05.2011 - 09.2014
High school GED - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Middlburg High School
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