David Ham
Lacona
Summary
Dynamic mechanic with extensive experience at Metro Waste Authority, excelling in electrical diagnostics and problem-solving. Proven ability to manage parts effectively and maintain a strong work ethic. Recognized for leadership in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal equipment performance and customer satisfaction. Committed to delivering exceptional results through innovative solutions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Metro Waste Authority
Mitchellville
03.2023 - Current
- I currently perform duties as a mechanic and back fill when the lubricator is off work.
- I make necessary repairs to engine, power train, hydraulic, heating and air conditioning and 12 and 24 volt electrical system.
- I currently work on landfill set up construction equipment as well as semi tractor trailer combinations.
- Ensured accurate billing of parts to work orders using shop computer system.
Highway Maintainer
Illinois Department of Transportation
Macomb
05.2017 - 02.2023
- Executed safe operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, such as Case backhoe and roller.
- I operated International trucks, John Deere and Kubota tractors and mowers.
- I am very familiar with operating and maintaining different types of equipment under all types of conditions.
Motor Sergeant
ILLINOIS ARMY NATONAL GUARD
Macomb
03.1997 - 07.2017
- I was deployed to Iraq in 2004-2005 as a motor sergeant and deployed to Egypt in 2010-2011 as a Squad leader and Platoon Sergeant.
- I was in charge of a maintenance squad and later a platoon for both an Artillery Battery and an Engineer Company.
- I was responsible for diagnosing 24 volt electrical systems, open and closed hydraulic systems, diesel engine service and repairs.
- I earned leadership skills throughout my entire career.
- I progressed through the ranks to the rank of Sergeant First Class.
- I enlisted with the National Guard as a light wheel vehicle mechanic.
Production Controller
Department Of Defense, Field Maintenance Shop 21
Macomb
03.2007 - 04.2017
- As the Production Controller for FMS 21, I was responsible for creating work schedules for the mechanics, ordering parts, timekeeper responsibilities, quarterly, semiannual and annual inventories, property book inventories, generating reports for the shop supervisor and his supervisors.
- I worked alongside the mechanics for fault troubleshooting and diagnostics and repairs.
- I was in constant contact with the Units that we supported as well as other production controllers nationwide.
- I utilized several different types of computer systems for data entry and fault diagnostics.
- I attended several training schools on military construction equipment and combat equipment.
Service Technician
Birkey's Farm Store, Inc.
Macomb
07.2004 - 03.2007
- I was a service technician for Birkey's Farm Store in Macomb.
- There I performed repairs to CaseIH farm and construction equipment.
- I made repairs to engine, transmission, hydraulic, 12 and 24 volt electrical systems and air conditioning systems.
- I worked on planters, combines, tractors, skid loaders, backhoes, balers and sprayers.
- I worked with customers, parts department, sales department and service manager.
- I attended several training schools put on by CNH for combine technicians as well as the air conditioning and electrical training courses.
- I kept accurate records of repairs made on warranty claims and utilized tech support when I needed to.
- I kept accurate inventory of repair parts stored on the service truck that was given to me for on site service repair.
Service Technician
Dallefield Repair
Prairie City
05.2002 - 07.2004
- I performed diagnostic and repairs to Case IH equipment for an independent repair shop until they were bought by Birkey's Farm Store in Macomb.
- I repaired tractors, planters, combines and skid loaders for Dallefield repair.
- I made repairs both in shop and on site service calls.
- I worked with 12 and 24 volt electrical systems, gas and diesel engines, transmission and hydraulic systems.
- I dealt with the customers daily face to face and over the phone as a tech.
Education
Diesel Tractor Technology -
Spoon River College
Canton, Illinois05-2000
Skills
- Thinking outside of the box
- Strong work ethic
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Record keeping
- Honesty
- Work Independently
- Metal fabrication
- Parts management
- Electrical diagnostics
- Diesel engine after treatment diagnostics
- Powertrain repairs
- Heating and air conditioning repair
Timeline
Mechanic
Metro Waste Authority
03.2023 - Current
Highway Maintainer
Illinois Department of Transportation
05.2017 - 02.2023
Production Controller
Department Of Defense, Field Maintenance Shop 21
03.2007 - 04.2017
Service Technician
Birkey's Farm Store, Inc.
07.2004 - 03.2007
Service Technician
Dallefield Repair
05.2002 - 07.2004
Motor Sergeant
ILLINOIS ARMY NATONAL GUARD
03.1997 - 07.2017
Diesel Tractor Technology -
Spoon River College