DONALD CHRISTOPHER NEWSOME
High Point,North Carolina
Summary
Resourceful Plant Mechanic known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and implementing safety protocols. Excels in teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and workplace safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Mechanic
City Of Greensboro
Greensboro, USA
12.2016 - Current
- Responsibilities include preventive maintenance and emergency maintenance on a variety of City's Sewage lift stations
- This includes troubleshooting, replacing and rebuilding pumps, by-pass pumps and large generators
- I am also responsible for completing work orders online and maintaining knowledge of current confined space rules and regulations along with keeping up with current OSHA regulations
88m Transportations Specialists
Army National Guard
09.2007 - 09.2017
- Complete ammunition resupply missions to High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS)
- Maintain ammunition and hazmat certifications
- Repair and maintain military vehicles such as Hemtt A4 and A3 and Humvees
- Maintain responsibility of assigned squad
- Provide training on a variety of military vehicles and ensure all vehicles and equipment are in good operating condition
- Deployed to Sinai Peninsula, Egypt September 2012-September 2013 under Multinational Force and Observers to ensure cooperation of Israel and Egypt under the Camp David accord and peace treaty
- Served as NCOIC of site operations
- In charge of communications between Forward Operating Base (FOB) and surrounding sites
- Monitored and maintained site repairs and work orders
- Ensured soldiers had required equipment and were properly taken care of
Service Technician
Pure Diesel
02.2016 - 12.2016
- Diagnose and repair medium to heavy duty diesel trucks
- Perform tune-ups and preventive maintenance
- Replace and repair major components including transmissions, axles, engines, steering and suspension
- Ensured parts are ordered and received
Service Technician
LiftOne
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Troubleshoot and diagnose truck components and operating systems
- Maintain a record of all repairs performed for a variety of customers
- Perform preventive maintenance and major repairs in a timely manner
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills
Supply Technician
Army National Guard
01.2012 - 09.2012
- Responsible for weapons and equipment issue and repair for over 400 soldiers
- Transport vehicles all over the state
- Monitoring unit tools and equipment in excess of ten million dollars
- Scheduled, delivered and picked up items requiring quarterly and annual calibration
Parts Sales Manager
Autozone
04.2010 - 04.2012
- Responsible for ordering and management of inventory
- Ensured products were properly priced and customers were satisfied with services
- Held ASE parts certification
- Completed employee performance reviews
Education
High School Diploma - Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Rockingham County High School
06.2007
Skills
- Welding Techniques
- Pump maintenance
- Machinery repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Communication Skills
- Equipment Inspection
- Malfunction troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Excellent Communication
- Mechanical Aptitude
References
- Brian Foust, Maintenance Supervisor, City Of Greensboro, 336-906-9637, Current supervisor
- Facio Visaya, Squad Leader, Army National Guard, 336-432-5577, Fellow soldier deployed and worked side by side
- Chad Everette, Store Manager, AutoZone, 336-552-3918
- Steve Mccormick, Staff Sergeant Platoon Leader, Army National Guard, 910-551-8650, Served with in Army National Guard
- Tony Montero, Operations Shift Supervisor, City Of Greensboro, 336-437-6735
Timeline
Plant Mechanic
City Of Greensboro
12.2016 - Current
Service Technician
Pure Diesel
02.2016 - 12.2016
Service Technician
LiftOne
03.2014 - 01.2016
Supply Technician
Army National Guard
01.2012 - 09.2012
Parts Sales Manager
Autozone
04.2010 - 04.2012
88m Transportations Specialists
Army National Guard
09.2007 - 09.2017
High School Diploma - Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Rockingham County High School