David Orr
Perkins,OK
Summary
Production Machinery Mechanic with significant experience at Tinker Air Force Base, specializing in engine repair and electrical troubleshooting. Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency through strategic problem-solving and collaboration. Expertise in preventive maintenance techniques, ensuring equipment reliability and safety in demanding environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Machinery Mechanic
Tinker Air Force Base
Oklahoma City, USA
07.2018 - Current
- I perform preventive maintenance on LP/gas/diesel/electric forklifts and scissor lifts.
- I diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, steer cylinders, brakes, and masts of complex equipment and machinery.
- I employ the knowledge of standard formulas and shop mathematics in calculating equipment and materials and problem solving.
- I possess knowledge and usage of alignment scopes, micrometers, precision levels, flowmeters, hydrostatic testers, small lathes, drill presses, feeler gauges, hydraulic pipe benders, multistation cartridge loading machines, and dial indicators.
- I troubleshoot to determine the extent of repairs required for electrical components, wiring and connections.
- I clean and prep equipment for sale and/or paint.
- I apply techniques and methods to lay out, install, align, repair, overhaul and maintain fixed and semifixed production machinery with complex components with varying possible causes and factors.
- I receive, load and unload equipment and parts as needed; pick up, route and expedite parts; use mechanical trade practices.
- I operate LP/gas/diesel/electric forklifts and scissor lifts as needed.
- I troubleshoot malfunctions, disassemble for fits and adjust for defective parts for serviceability for SKYJACK scissorlift/boomlift, HAULOTTE scissorlift/boomlift/aerial boomlift, and GENIE scissorlift/boomlift.
- I analyze, evaluate, and make adjustment using technical manuals, schematics, and hearing of unusual sounds for automatic alarms, meters, governors, Manual/Standard and Computer Numerically Controlled Equipment, Heat Treat and Furnace machinery, VTL (Vertical Turret Lathe), HAAS balancing machinery, OKUNA grinder, Cincinnati production machinery equipment and Campbell grinder.
- I overhaul components, perform alignment and adjustments of Kawasaki mules, DOOSAN forklift, Tayler-Dunn electric cart, Gardner-Denver hoist (air and electric operated), ACCOLIFT hoist.
- I machine small parts as needed with use of portable or fixed machine tools and scrap, lap, and hone to attain the finish and alignment of machined parts.
- I replace, rework and/or refinish as needed on equipment used for pipe, metal forming, forge and foundry.
Fire Fighter/ EMT
Perkins Fire Department
Perkins, USA
11.2004 - 08.2025
- I perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on fire engines including built in equipment as gallon per minute suction pumps.
- I perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on personal protection equipment for fire fighting (self contained breathing apparatus, fire retardant clothing).
- I perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on fire fighting equipment such as arc/mig welders, metal lathes, radial drill presses, aerial/extension ladders, chainsaws, multiple burning units, boring mills, planars, blowers, electric handheld/benchtop grinder, plasma cutters, various gallon per minute suction pumps.
- I perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on plumbing equipment as in water supply lines, various sizes of plumbing fittings for valves and fire hydrants.
- I perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on medical equipment used (patient breathing oxygen tanks/regulators, automatic external defibrillator).
- I utilize knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic operating practices.
Materials Expediter
Tinker Air Force Base
11.2016 - 12.2019
- I receive materials, examines items received and maintain proper quantity of items to provide prompt and effective production schedules.
- I prepare material requisitions for parts and materials required for support of production shop within funding authorizations as needed.
- I use Finance Equipment Maintenance web based program and Finance Equipment Maintenance application system regularly and accurately.
- I possess flexibility to try different solutions when usual sequence of approaches fails to solve delays or shortages including developing unprogrammed workload schedule.
- I am able to identify parts and materials used to maintain production and supply for applicable operations.
- I monitor work in progress and adjusts needs and support as needed.
- I perform physical inventories units and assemblies, prepare reports, maintain records.
- I operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or light trucks to transport materials.
- I perform inspection for annual tool box inventory.
- I am EEH-SOMIS coordinator as needed such as ordering hazardous materials needed for equipment within facility.
- I possess a government vehicle operator's license.
Mechanic
LPM Lift Truck Professionals
Bethany, USA
05.2014 - 11.2016
- I supervise other mechanics within the shop.
- I perform preventive maintenance on LP/gas/diesel/electric forklifts and scissor lifts.
- I diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, steer cylinders, brakes, and masts of complex equipment and machinery.
- I employ the knowledge of standard formulas and shop mathematics in calculating equipment and materials and problem solving.
- I possess knowledge and usage of alignment scopes, micrometers, precision levels, flowmeters, hydrostatic testers, small lathes, drill presses, feeler gauges, hydraulic pipe benders, multistation cartridge loading machines, and dial indicators.
- I troubleshoot to determine the extent of repairs required for electrical components, wiring and connections.
- I clean and prep equipment for sale and/or paint.
- I apply techniques and methods to lay out, install, align, repair, overhaul and maintain fixed and semifixed production machinery with complex components with varying possible causes and factors.
- I receive, load and unload equipment and parts as needed; pick up, route and expedite parts; use mechanical trade practices.
- I operate LP/gas/diesel/electric forklifts and scissor lifts as needed.
- I troubleshoot malfunctions, disassemble for fits and adjust for defective parts for serviceability for SKYJACK scissorlift/boomlift, HAULOTTE scissorlift/boomlift/aerial boomlift, and GENIE scissorlift/boomlift.
- I analyze, evaluate, and make adjustment using technical manuals, schematics, and hearing of unusual sounds for automatic alarms, meters, governors, Manual/Standard and Computer Numerically Controlled Equipment, Heat Treat and Furnace machinery, VTL (Vertical Turet Lathe), HAAS balancing machinery, OKUNA grinder, Cincinnati production machinery equipment and Campbell grinder.
- I overhaul components, perform alignment and adjustments of Kawasaki mules, DOOSAN forklift, Tayler-Dunn electric cart, Gardner-Denver hoist (air and electric operated), ACCOLIFT hoist.
- I machine small parts as needed with use of portable or fixed machine tools and scrap, lap, and hone to attain the finish and alignment of machined parts.
- I replace, rework and/or refinish as needed on equipment used for pipe, metal forming, forge and foundry.
Mechanic
Carco Rentals
Oklahoma City, USA
09.2013 - 05.2014
- I perform preventive maintenance on medium/heavy vehicles.
- I diagnose and repair vehicle chassis and power train components.
- I utilize work orders, building plans, shop sketches, oral assignment instructions and blueprints with little or no assistance.
- I operate overhead crane to lift machines, machine components and material to support the assignment.
- I troubleshoot electrical systems and repair.
- I clean and detail medium/heavy vehicles for rental/sale.
- I perform overhaul, alignment and adjustment of components of 1 ton delivery vehicle.
Diesel Mechanic/ Truck Driver
United States Army
02.1993 - 09.2013
- I supervise and perform maintenance timely and accurately and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles and accurately design or design review assignments within established time frames to ensure work consistently meets project objectives including unprogrammed workload schedules.
- I identified, determined, investigated and accurately determined scheduling and scheduling changes and any discrepancies.
- I used applicable references, inspect, service, maintain, repair, replacement, adjust and test wheeled vehicles and material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components, such as: power plant/packs, compression ignition engines and engine fuel systems, air induction and exhaust systems and cooling systems.
- I used Standard Army Maintenance system Enhanced accurately and completely inputting data for the weapon system and associated component readiness status tracking.
- I performed tracking total cost of ownership data for tactical and combat equipment.
- I maintained data regarding budget and materials needed to perform vehicle maintenance and necessary missions.
- I diagnose and repair vehicle chassis and power train components including, frame cross members, clutches assemblies, transmissions, transfers, final drives, propeller shaft assemblies, brake systems and steering systems, suspensions systems, fifth wheel assemblies, wheeled vehicle crane, hoist and winch assemblies, and hydraulic systems.
- I utilize technical manuals, shop directives and multiview blueprints to perform necessary checks and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems for diverse industrial production machinery.
- I discern industrial processes performed by equipment for test and evaluation of the operation of repaired equipment.
- I utilize knowledge of Sciaky spot welders and automatic riveters for use and repair.
- I troubleshoot automotive electrical systems including wiring harness, starting, and charging systems.
- I have experience with GPC (Government Purchase Card).
- Procurer of ammunition and accountability for ammunition.
- Range Supervisor.
- Enforcement of rules and regulations governing facility security.
- Direct supervisor of Urinalysis Drug Screening policies and procedures, including detainment when necessary.
- I perform wheeled vehicle recovery operations on tow trucks/wreckers.
- I utilize safety practices and procedures following established standards for Personal Protective Equipment and maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Ensure also safety regulations and practices are consistently applied to avoid violations due to employee error or negligence.
Education
Associate of Technology - Diesel Automotive
Central Texas College
Killeen, Texas11.2012
Diploma -
Sunnyside High School
Tucson, AZ01.1993
Skills
- Engine repair and transmission diagnosis
- Preventive maintenance strategies
- Hydraulic systems expertise
- Electrical troubleshooting skills
- Vehicle inspection techniques
- Parts ordering
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Safety management
- Part identification
Duty Stations
- 10/1993, 11/1998, US Army Reserves, E4, 208th Transportation Co./US Army Reserve Center, 1750 E Silverlake, Tucson, AZ, 85713
- 11/1998, 09/2013, US Army Active Guard Reserves (AGR), E5, 11/1998, 02/2004, 349th General Hospital, Hazard Park Armory, 1350 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA, 90033, 02/2004, 08/2011, 366th MP Co, Cleo O Payne Reserve Center, 2715 N Washington St, Stillwater, OK, 74075, 08/2011, 09/2013, 377th TSC, NASJRB New Orleans, 400 Russell Blvd, Belle Chasse, LA, 70143
Timeline
Production Machinery Mechanic
Tinker Air Force Base
07.2018 - Current
Materials Expediter
Tinker Air Force Base
11.2016 - 12.2019
Mechanic
LPM Lift Truck Professionals
05.2014 - 11.2016
Mechanic
Carco Rentals
09.2013 - 05.2014
Fire Fighter/ EMT
Perkins Fire Department
11.2004 - 08.2025
Diesel Mechanic/ Truck Driver
United States Army
02.1993 - 09.2013
Associate of Technology - Diesel Automotive
Central Texas College
Diploma -
Sunnyside High School