Heavy Equipment Technician
United Rentals
, Mobile
08/01/16 - Current
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with heavy equipment systems.
- Serviced and maintained vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Dismantled faulty components and reassembled them correctly after replacing damaged parts.
- Confirmed safe operation, inspection and preventive maintenance of heavy machinery on job site.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems by visual inspection and listening to sounds made by engines and other moving parts.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Tested hydraulic systems for proper functioning after completing repairs or replacements.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools or power tools.
- Documented repair work performed on mobile equipment via electronic and written service reports.
- Inspected cranes and rigging equipment.
- Calibrated machine components to ensure optimal performance levels were achieved.
- Operated test meters and soldering equipment to replace electrical components and wiring.
- Replaced worn-out belts, hoses, filters, bearings, and seals when necessary.
- Installed electrical wiring for various types of heavy equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on a variety of heavy equipment, such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, loaders, and excavators.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential problems and malfunctions in all components of the heavy equipment.