Dennis Timlick
Hale,MI
Summary
Knowledgeable Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic successful in performing preventive maintenance and scheduled maintenance. Exceptional technical expertise with proficiency in diagnostics and repair. Incredibly talented in performing critical repairs quickly.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Bernard Building Center
06.2022 - Current
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Nelson Tree Service
01.2008 - 06.2022
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
Recruiting, Retention NCO
Michigan Army National Guard
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Proactively addressed potential issues affecting troop morale or satisfaction, implementing targeted interventions to maintain a positive command climate.
- Provided comprehensive career counseling services, assisting soldiers in making informed decisions about their future military service options.
- Organized informative workshops on promotion opportunities, educational benefits, and other resources available to soldiers considering reenlistment.
- Collaborated with leadership to identify and address individual soldier needs, resulting in higher overall satisfaction and retention rates.
- Served as an advocate for soldier needs and interests, working closely with both military and civilian resources to support overall well-being and career success.
- Utilized strong analytical skills to assess trends within the unit''s demographics, identifying areas requiring targeted intervention or support initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel data, ensuring proper tracking and reporting of retention metrics.
- Served as a trusted liaison between unit commanders and enlisted personnel regarding retention matters, facilitating open lines of communication among all parties involved.
- Conducted regular briefings with unit commanders and senior leadership on retention trends, challenges, and successes within their respective areas of responsibility.
Maintenance Technician
Transport Service Co.
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
U.S. Army Active Duty
09.1995 - 01.1999
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle repairs and parts inventory, streamlining the ordering process for replacement components.
- Ensured mission success by maintaining and repairing critical support vehicles such as ambulances, cargo trucks, and fuel tankers.
- Sustained vehicle functionality during deployments by performing field expedient repairs under challenging conditions.
- Increased unit readiness by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical issues promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the recovery of damaged or disabled vehicles during training exercises and missions, minimizing downtime.
- Maximized vehicle lifespan with regular preventive maintenance checks and services, reducing overall repair costs.
- Performed semi-annual and annual scheduled services on wheeled and track vehicles.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hale High School
Hale, MI06.1995
Skills
- Visual Inspection
- Vehicle Inspection
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Preventive maintenance checks
- Vehicle Safety and Maintenance
- Parts Replacement
- Oil Changes
- Maintenance and repairs
- Brake System Servicing
- Axle and Driveline Repair
- Suspension System Repair
- Steering System Maintenance
- Shop Safety Practices
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Vehicle Inspection Procedures
Timeline
Sales Associate
Bernard Building Center
06.2022 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Nelson Tree Service
01.2008 - 06.2022
Recruiting, Retention NCO
Michigan Army National Guard
01.2005 - 01.2011
Maintenance Technician
Transport Service Co.
01.1999 - 01.2005
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
U.S. Army Active Duty
09.1995 - 01.1999
High School Diploma -
Hale High School
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