Deven Helmers
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Highly motivated company employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Crete Carrier Corporation
Kansas City, Missouri
12.2024 - Current
- Inspected diesel engines for performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using industry-standard tools and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced faulty components in heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
- Provided guidance to junior mechanics on troubleshooting techniques and safety practices.
Diesel Technician
JB Hunt Transportation
Kansas City, MO
10.2021 - 11.2024
- Used tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs.
- Read job orders, and observed and listened to vehicles in operation to determine malfunctions and plan work procedures.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Lubricated moving parts, and drove the repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
- Performed warranty service and filed all paperwork.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines and related systems.
Diesel Technician
Shippers Rental
Kansas City, KS
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Evaluated all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Completed preventative maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions using visual inspections, computer programs and specialized equipment.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Platte County High School
Platte City, MO2017
Diesel Technology
Northland Career Center
Platte City, MO2017
Graduation Certificate - Locomotive Technology/Diesel Technology
Washburn Institute Of Technology
Topeka, KS2018
Skills
- Positive learning process
- Oral and written communication
- Flexible schedule
- Motivated self-starter
- Safety Orientation training
- Safety-conscious
- Determined
- Adaptable
- Collaborative
Certification
Basic EMD Mechanical
Basic GE Mechanical
Locomotive AIR Brakes
Locomotive FRA
Locomotive Diesel Technician
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Crete Carrier Corporation
12.2024 - Current
Diesel Technician
JB Hunt Transportation
10.2021 - 11.2024
Diesel Technician
Shippers Rental
08.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Platte County High School
Diesel Technology
Northland Career Center
Graduation Certificate - Locomotive Technology/Diesel Technology
Washburn Institute Of Technology