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DONOVAN P. GIBBONS

Beech Grove,Arkansas

Summary

Hello! I possess a solid background in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues. Successfully executed maintenance tasks and troubleshooting techniques to ensure optimal equipment performance. Demonstrated technical expertise and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environment in my tenure as a repair technician. I've worked on a array of machinery ranging from automotive, manufacturing and production, heavy duty on-road, and heavy duty off-road equipment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Technician

Murphy-Hoffman Company
09.2024 - Current


  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
  • Explained diagnostic findings to service manager and outlined repair or service options.
  • Utilize DAVIES4; Cummins INSITE; EASA; and RMI to triage and repair Paccar and Cummins equipped Class 8 Trucks

Service Technician Level 3

Rush Enterprises Inc
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • At Rush Truck Center, my responsibilities as a Level 3 Technician include, Triaging and Checking in trucks, while interacting with the customer to ensure a proper and thorough diagnosis and repair is completed
  • Using an array of software such as Navistar HERO, Cummins INSITE, Allison DOC, and many more programs to diagnose active fault codes
  • Diagnosing Electrical circuits using manufacturer provided circuit diagrams and pinouts
  • Outfitting new components and programming the logic into body control modules for customer provided aftermarket add-ons
  • Shop Lead for Heavy-Duty repair shop, making sure the right technician is on the right job for the skill level, and then assessing their repairs after they complete the job to ensure the truck is ready for the customer

Level 2 Maintenance Technician

Paragould Light Water and Cable
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • As A level 2 Maintenance Technician at Paragould Light Water and Cable, I worked directly under the Maintenance Manager to: Schedule routine maintenance such as oil changes and general repair on all the equipment, including passenger vehicles, Class 7 & 8 Power Line Trucks, Backhoes, Skid steers, 45Kv Mobile Generators, Excavators, Tractors, and Small gas powered tools
  • Coordinating with the driver or operator to diagnose and repair any issues found while using the equipment, machinery, or vehicle
  • Writing up a parts list after Diagnosis and Relaying Information to the Shop Manager to Order parts
  • Using Shop Manuals to properly repair or replace parts according to manufacturer specifications, along with ensuring the machine is maintained to Manufacturers recommended schedule
  • Ensuring all Mechanical and Electrical System Safeties are in place and operating as designed to ensure safe equipment for our operators

Shop Technician

Jonesboro Hydraulics
10.2016 - 05.2020
  • The duties of a Shop Technician at Jonesboro Hydraulics required me to diagnose and repair: Hydraulic Motors of various types i.e
  • Vane pumps, geo-rotor pumps, piston pumps, and other various styles
  • Locate and diagnose leaking or blown hydraulic cylinders or hoses
  • Construct new hydraulic hoses to replace failed hoses found in the diagnostic process
  • Diagnose Mechanical-Hydraulic or Electric-Hydraulic systems, including but not limited to, rebuilding and resealing the valve bodies, measuring and ordering new spool valves, and re-adjusting or replacing pressure relief valves
  • Interacting with Customers to assess their issues, and help correctly repair the problem the customer is experiencing
  • Repairing E-stops, replacing or adding Limit Switches into the system

Education

Engine Block Machining & Tooling

School of Automotive Machinists
Houston, Texas
05.2021

High school or equivalent - General Studies

Nettleton High School
Jonesboro, Arkansas
05.2019

Skills

  • Welding
  • Electrical Circuit Diagnostics
  • Mechanical Diagnostics
  • Hydraulic System Diagnostics
  • Vehicle HVAC diagnostics
  • Manufacturing Equipment Repair
  • Procedure Manuals
  • Computer Literacy
  • Record Keeping
  • Shop Lead
  • Troubleshooting ability
  • Installation and Repair

Certification

  • Navistar OEM Certified
  • Cummins Warranty Certified
  • Cummins Engine Repair Certified
  • AERA Certified


Timeline

Service Technician

Murphy-Hoffman Company
09.2024 - Current

Service Technician Level 3

Rush Enterprises Inc
08.2023 - 09.2024

Level 2 Maintenance Technician

Paragould Light Water and Cable
05.2021 - 08.2023

Shop Technician

Jonesboro Hydraulics
10.2016 - 05.2020

High school or equivalent - General Studies

Nettleton High School

Engine Block Machining & Tooling

School of Automotive Machinists
DONOVAN P. GIBBONS