Danny Blaylock
Pleasanton,TX
Summary
Dynamic Lead Diesel Mechanic with extensive experience at JRT Trucking, specializing in advanced diagnostics and preventive maintenance. Proven track record in enhancing vehicle performance and reducing downtime through effective team leadership and training. Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to workplace safety ensure operational excellence in all projects.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Diesel Mechanic
JRT Trucking
Sallisaw, OK
10.2021 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily maintenance and repair of diesel engines to ensure operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools to enhance performance reliability.
- Led team in performing preventive maintenance, reducing downtime and extending vehicle lifespan.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for safety and equipment handling to improve team performance.
Diesel Mechanic
Coast County Peterbuilt
Salinas, CA
05.1994 - 07.2019
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engine issues using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Conducted regular maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems efficiently.
- Mentored junior mechanics in repair techniques and safety protocols, enhancing team skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
McCurtain Public School
McCurtain, OKSkills
- Suspension systems expertise
- Fuel system repair
- Workplace safety compliance
- Advanced diagnostics
- Diesel engine expertise
- Exhaust system repair
- Training and mentoring
- Welding and fabrication
- HVAC systems maintenance
- Quality control procedures
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Transmission troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Fleet management
- Electrical systems proficiency
- Air brake systems
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Engine diagnostics
- Attention to detail
- Oil changes
- Diesel engine repair
- Fuel injection systems
- Brake systems
- Auto and engine repair
- Engine repair
- Inspection procedures
- Transmissions
- Verbal and written communication
- Job site safety
- Engine rebuilds
- Parts ordering
- Suspension systems
- MIG welding
- Vehicle checklists
- Vehicle inspections
- Steering systems
- Auto diagnostics
- Steering mechanisms
- System troubleshooting
- Safety management
- Fuel systems
- Documentation
- Air conditioning systems
- Fluid adjustments
- Shop management
- Maintenance scheduling
- Record keeping
- Staff supervision
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Electrical systems
- Time tracking
- Heavy equipment repair
- Vehicle alignment
- Diagnostic testing
- Pneumatic systems
- Root-cause analysis
- Mechanical aptitude
- Technical documentation
- Service documentation
- Computer tracking
- Transmission repair
- Inspection checklists
- Fluid changes
- Repair recordkeeping
- Vehicle system analysis
- Computer-assisted troubleshooting
- Hydraulic maintenance
- Troubleshooting & diagnosis
- Suspension work
- Brakes and tires
- Solid independent worker
- Transmission service
- Oil service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Certification
ASE Certified Mechanic
DOT Certified Inspector
Welding certified
Electrical certified
Timeline
Lead Diesel Mechanic
JRT Trucking
10.2021 - 12.2025
Diesel Mechanic
Coast County Peterbuilt
05.1994 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
McCurtain Public School