Darnell Maxie

Results-driven Fleet Manager and Automotive Technician with extensive expertise in diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance for light-duty trucks, equipment, and utility trailers. Recognized for maintaining fleet reliability and compliance through strategic scheduling, meticulous work habits, and hands-on technical proficiency. Proficient in early issue identification, optimizing shop workflow, and consistently delivering reliable outcomes in dynamic environments. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency, minimizing downtime, and upholding exceptional safety and performance standards.

Fleet & Maintenance Achievements
Improved fleet uptime by keeping service trucks, trailers, and equipment consistently maintained and ready for daily operations.

Reduced repeat repairs by diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues accurately the first time.

Organized maintenance schedules and service logs to keep operations running smoothly with minimal downtime.

Strengthened shop workflow by prioritizing repairs and coordinating with teams to keep equipment in rotation.

Technical & Diagnostic Wins
Successfully diagnosed complex electrical faults using advanced troubleshooting methods and diagnostic tools.

Repaired recurring mechanical issues that previously caused delays, improving reliability across multiple vehicles.

Maintained a clean, safe, and efficient work environment that met company and regulatory standards.

Trailer‑Specific Accomplishments (Light‑Duty)
Ensured safe operation of light‑duty utility and equipment trailers through proper hookup, inspection, and load securement.

Identified and repaired trailer brake and lighting issues, preventing equipment downtime and safety hazards.

Improved trailer readiness by performing consistent inspections and maintenance on light‑duty units.

Leadership & Professional Impact
Trained junior technicians on safe procedures, tool use, and troubleshooting fundamentals.

Built trust with supervisors and crews through reliable work habits and clear communication.

Supported daily operations by keeping vehicles and equipment organized, compliant, and ready for field use.

• Completed the Intellitec AOS Maintenance and Inspection certificate program
• Preparation to sit for the following ASE certifications:
• Electrical/Electronics
• Steering/Suspension
• Engine Repair-Brakes

• Electrical and Electronics Systems-240 hours training
• Diagnose and service electrical systems utilizing schematics and Snap-on diagnostic tools.
• Troubleshoot electric current flows and failures, and repair.
• Car audio installation.
• Brakes and Steering, and Suspension -120 hours training
• Identify, interpret, service, and repair: general suspension and steering systems, power steering, front/rear suspension, shock absorbers, drum brakes and disc brakes, power assist units, and anti-lock brake systems.
• Identify, inspected, removal of various tire/wheel combinations including: RFT, 19.5, skid loader (tubed or tubeless), band-sensors, valve mounted TPMS, and wheel sizes up to 28".
• Manual and Automatic Transmissions -240 hours training
• Interpret and service, measure, and adjust transmissions and trans-axles, drive-train concerns; diagnose, repair clutch systems, diagnose service transmission /trans-axle, drive shaft, half shaft, CV joint, ring and pinion, differential case assembly limited slip differential, and four-wheel drive/all wheel.
• Engines and Performance and Hybrid - 300 hours training
• Diagnose and service common input and output devices, ignition systems fuel systems. and emissions systems.
• Proper analyzing and handling of oil and fluids; and diagnostic techniques servicing vehicles built after 1996 (OBDII).
• Tear down, reassemble internal four-stroke cycle engines; cleaning, measurements and proper diagnosis procedures. Safety always emphasized.
• High Performance Engine Designing and Applications - 240 hours training
• Design, blueprint and assemble: a high performance engine, engines for specific use of nitrous oxide, turbochargers, and superchargers, and engines for specific applications.
• Heating & Air Conditioning Systems. Customer Service
• Diagnose and service air conditioning and cooling systems; ability to retrofit R12 systems to R134a refrigerant systems.
• Employ effective customer service techniques to include teamwork, safety, professional ethics, record keeping, telephone etiquette, inventories, marketing computer applications, and ability to research and solve problems.