Derek Green
Spokane,WA
Summary
Fleet Mechanic skilled at working on diverse types of vehicles and equipment as part of comprehensive fleet services. Performs detailed inspections, assesses repair needs and completes high-quality work to maintain safety and reliability of vehicles and equipment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Mechanic
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
03.2022 - 10.2023
- PM/DOT on dry vans and flatbed trailers
- Have experience diagnosing trailer wiring and abs issues.
- Working on brakes, rotors, trailer repairs and trailer maintenance
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Prepared vehicles for annual DOT inspections.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex issues, resulting in faster problem resolution times.
- Used computer equipment, hand tools and technical skills to diagnose faults.
Fleet Mechanic
Veneer Chip Transport
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Maintenance on all fleet trucks and trailers.
- Repairs and wiring on all trailers
- Changed brakes, drums and rotors
- Welded when needed.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
Trailer Mechanic
Northwest Trailer Center Inc
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Trailer mechanic
- Brakes and wheel seals, rotor, calibers, suspension work
- Good with air systems
- Performed preventative maintenance on trailers, prolonging their lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Fabricated parts and welded connections.
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Installed new parts on trailers according to manufacturer guidelines, ensuring proper fitment and functionality.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Repaired or replaced damaged components on trailers, restoring them to optimal functionality quickly and effectively.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in trailers to identify issues and perform appropriate fixes as needed.
- Troubleshot problems and implemented solutions to fix issues with brakes.
- Reduced downtime for trailers by efficiently diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues.
Trailer Mechanic
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Working on flatbeds and dry vans
- Doing major and minor repairs, and welding and fabrication
- Brakes and wiring
- Steel and aluminum welding.
- Improved trailer safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on trailers, prolonging their lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in trailers to identify issues and perform appropriate fixes as needed.
Truck Driver/Mechanic
Pacific Northwest Farmers Cooperative
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Hauled grain and other harvest committees
- Worked on truck and trailer repairs.
- PM truck and trailer
- Electrical repairs.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
CDL Class A Truck Driver
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Hauled freight in WA, OR ID, UT, and Canada
- Delivered exceptional service through courteous interactions with customers during pickups and drop-offs of shipments.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards, prioritizing safety and cargo integrity at all times.
- Improved safety records by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when completing paperwork for billing purposes, shipment tracking, and regulatory compliance documentation.
- Minimized downtime by performing basic maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil levels, tire pressure, lights, and brakes regularly.
Truck Driver Class A
Kaseberg transport
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Hauled freight in Vancouver, WA to Seattle, WA
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Truck Driver Class A
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
02.2014 - 05.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Education
Diploma -
Curlew High School
Curlew, WA06.2003
Skills
- Driving (10 years)
- Automotive Repair (4 years)
- Brake Repair (4 years)
- Forklift (10 years)
- Trailer repairs (5 years)
- Mechanical Knowledge (5 years)
- Mechanic Experience (5 years)
- Heavy Equipment Operation (1 year)
- Vehicle Maintenance (5 years)
- Oil Change (5 years)
- Welding (4 years)
- Carpentry
- Tractor-Trailer (10 years)
- Customer service
- Heavy lifting
- Power tools (10 years)
- Oil Change Procedures
- Operating equipment
- Welding and fabrication
- Vehicle Inspection
- Diagnosing faults
- Battery Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical System Troubleshooting
- Chassis Lubrication
- Cooling System Repair
Timeline
Fleet Mechanic
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
03.2022 - 10.2023
Fleet Mechanic
Veneer Chip Transport
01.2022 - 03.2022
Trailer Mechanic
Northwest Trailer Center Inc
10.2021 - 01.2022
Trailer Mechanic
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
12.2020 - 10.2021
Truck Driver/Mechanic
Pacific Northwest Farmers Cooperative
04.2017 - 12.2020
CDL Class A Truck Driver
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
01.2016 - 04.2017
Truck Driver Class A
Kaseberg transport
06.2015 - 08.2015
Truck Driver Class A
SYSTEM TRANSPORT
02.2014 - 05.2015
Diploma -
Curlew High School
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