Derodde Scott
Columbia,US
Summary
Professional mechanic with hands-on experience in diesel engine maintenance and repair. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance. Strong collaboration with team members to ensure efficient operations and adapt to changing needs. Known for reliability, technical expertise, and achieving results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Excel Truck Group
Columbia, SC
12.2025 - Current
- Analyzed engine performance issues and implemented repairs to maintain reliability and optimal functionality.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy-duty trucks, adhering to safety standards and protocols.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical issues and implement effective solutions.
- Streamlined repair processes, reducing downtime and improving efficiency in service delivery.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance.
- Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
Diesel Mechanic
TA (Travel Centers of America)
Columbia, SC
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Reduced downtime by implementing efficient maintenance protocols.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
- Collaborate with team to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, contributing to streamlined operations.
- Perform diagnostics and repairs on diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime for fleet vehicles.
- Conduct thorough inspections of brake systems, transmissions, and electrical components to maintain safety standards and vehicle reliability.
- Implement preventive maintenance strategies, reducing unexpected breakdowns and extending the lifespan of diesel-powered equipment.
- Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, sharing knowledge and developing efficient repair solutions.
- Analyze vehicle performance data to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to maintenance procedures.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint and resolve intricate mechanical issues in diesel engines, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability.
Automotive Detailer
Love Chevrolet
Irmo, SC
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Detail vehicles with precision, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.
- Maintain high cleanliness standards, contributing to positive dealership reputation.
- Utilize specialized tools to achieve superior finishes on all vehicle surfaces.
- Collaborate with team to streamline detailing processes for efficiency.
- Solve detailing challenges, ensuring consistent quality and customer delight.
- Meticulously clean and restore vehicles to showroom condition, ensuring high-quality finishes. Implement efficient detailing processes, reducing turnaround time.
- Consistently exceed customer expectations, leading to increased repeat business. Develop innovative techniques for tackling tough stains and imperfections.
- Work closely with sales team to prepare vehicles for display, contributing to improved lot appeal. Assist in training new detailers on best practices.
- Introduce eco-friendly cleaning products, aligning with sustainability goals. Propose and implement a streamlined inventory system for detailing supplies.
- Passionately maintain dealership’s reputation for pristine vehicles. Actively seek feedback and continuously improve detailing skills and knowledge.
- Expertly restore vehicles to showroom condition, implementing efficient processes to reduce turnaround time while maintaining superior quality standards.
Maintenance Technician
Nephron Pharmaceuticals
Columbia, SC
01.2017 - 2022
- Ensured safe, organized work areas, enhancing compliance with GMP standards.
- Implemented maintenance strategies, reducing downtime and increasing output.
- Optimized processes, achieving notable cost savings and operational efficiency.
- Facilitated strong team communication, improving interdepartmental collaboration.
- Streamlined maintenance procedures, reducing equipment downtime and enhancing production efficiency in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
- Implemented process improvements that led to substantial cost savings while maintaining strict adherence to GMP standards and safety regulations.
- Fostered cross-functional teamwork, facilitating effective communication between maintenance and production departments for seamless operations.
- Developed proactive maintenance strategies, significantly boosting overall production output and operational reliability.
Education
Diploma -
AC Flora High School
Columbia, SCNo Degree - Business Management
Newberry College
Newberry, SCSkills
- Process improvement
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Diagnostic testing
- Electrical systems
- Welding techniques
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Hydraulics expertise
- Inventory management
- Mechanic
- Repair techniques
- Machine operation
- Field supervision
- Equipment calibration
- Safety training
- Quality control
- Inventory control
- Heavy equipment repair
- Diesel engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Oil changes
- Engine repair
- Transmissions
- Steering systems
- Suspension systems
- Engine rebuilds
- Powertrain systems
- Auto and engine repair
- Problem-solving
- Vehicle diagnostics
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Excel Truck Group
12.2025 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
TA (Travel Centers of America)
05.2024 - 12.2024
Automotive Detailer
Love Chevrolet
07.2022 - 05.2024
Maintenance Technician
Nephron Pharmaceuticals
01.2017 - 2022
Diploma -
AC Flora High School
No Degree - Business Management
Newberry College