Donaven Singleton
Herlong,United States
Summary
Experienced Field Mechanic with a strong background in fixing hydraulics, braking systems, and diesel engines. Years of expertise in repairing and correcting issues with heavy-duty equipment. Bilingual individual with a proven track record in effectively communicating and collaborating with diverse teams. Well-qualified heavy equipment worker skilled in locating faults, removing worn parts, and installing new components. Team-oriented, responsible professional dedicated to contributing to the success of both the team and the company. Demonstrated effectiveness in operating a wide range of tools, gauges, and equipment to efficiently complete maintenance and repair actions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
WG-8 Heavy Equipment mechanic
U.S. army
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Company Overview: This is a federal job
- Maintained Heavy Track and wheeled Vehicles
- Maintained and rebuilt Military water systems
- Maintained and rebuilt different kinds of military trailers
- Operate heavy equipment such as up to 36k Forklifts Loaders and testing vehicles after Repairs
- This is a federal job
- Salary: $60,000.00 USD Bi-weekly
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 5803 Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
- Pay Plan: WG - Nonsupervisory Pay SchedulesFederal Wage System
- Grade: 8
- Supervisor: Vince (7753543859)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Sales Associate
Wildcat Harley Davidson
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products
- Promoted and up-sold products and services to meet needs of customers
- Uphold high standards of customer service by promoting and upselling new products and services
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services
- Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales
- Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales
- Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel
- Inspected vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage or mechanical malfunction
- Reviewed vehicle repairs to check work for quality and assess whether services performed were within acceptable quality and safety guidelines
- Salary: $26.00 USD Per Hour
- Hours per week: 40
Tow Truck Operator
Lake Almanor Towing
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation
- Completed basic maintenance and minor repairs to keep vehicle neat and running properly
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles
- Salary: $25.00 USD Per Hour
- Hours per week: 40
Fireman E-3
U.S. Coast Guard
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences
- Independently Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or nonconformance issues
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances
- Performed preventive maintenance to promote machine reliability and longevity
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs
- Communicated with outside vendors to attain appropriate parts and tools
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes
- Salary: $25.00 USD Per Hour
- Hours per week: 40
Mechanic
Tech Center Hawaii
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts
- Salary: $23.00 USD Per Hour
- Hours per week: 40
Education
High school diploma - equivalent
Organic Academics
Menifee, CASkills
- Parts cleaning
- Repair work
- Tire changing
- Lubrication processes
- Proper parts storage
- Machinery testing
- Machine operation
- Parts replacement
- Diesel engine repair
- Effective communication skills
- Pneumatic systems
Day Phone
5027777508
Certification
- Forklift Operator Certification - Various Accredited Providers.
- Construction Equipment Operation Certificate-Various Accredited Training Organizations.
- Collateral Duty Safety Representative
Timeline
WG-8 Heavy Equipment mechanic
U.S. army
02.2024 - 09.2025
Sales Associate
Wildcat Harley Davidson
10.2021 - 10.2023
Tow Truck Operator
Lake Almanor Towing
10.2020 - 11.2021
Fireman E-3
U.S. Coast Guard
10.2018 - 11.2020
Mechanic
Tech Center Hawaii
01.2016 - 06.2018
High school diploma - equivalent
Organic Academics
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