Earl Graham
Wheatland,MO
Summary
Heavy Equipment Mechanic with expertise in hydraulic system repair and electrical troubleshooting. Demonstrated leadership in team training, ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency. Recognized for attention to detail and commitment to excellence in maintenance tasks. OSHA-trained and proficient in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and problem-solving, contributing to high productivity and successful project outcomes.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Vermeer Great Plains
6260 US-60, MO
09.2019 - 11.2025
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy equipment using industry-standard tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on Vermeer machinery to maintain optimal performance.
- Repaired hydraulic systems and components across various heavy equipment models.
- Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of all machine repair work performed.
- Dismantled equipment to identify and diagnose mechanical defects accurately.
- Calibrated machinery for precise operation following repairs and adjustments.
- Trained junior mechanics on effective maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
Aircraft Mechanic
Army Aviation Flight Activity
Springfield, MO
05.2013 - 07.2019
- Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as mechanical, electrical, avionic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Includes helicopter and aircraft engine specialists.
- My expertise in this job is to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, and avionic systems on military rotor wing aircraft.
- Also, I performed defueling and refueling operations for all military aircraft on the facility flight line.
- I maintained the required stock of aviation fuels needed for day to day operations.
- I maintained the aviation fuel supply site to include daily and periodic inspections, replacement of fuel filters, and preventative maintenance.
- I coordinated large repair events with the contracted sources and reported all transactions daily and monthly to the Defense Logistic Agency.
Repair Technician
Community Sound and Video
Springfield, MO
10.2008 - 11.2012
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair LCD, Plasma, and DLP televisions.
- Schedule appointments for service and in home repairs of home theater equipment.
- Perform in home and bench repair of electronic equipment using various test equipment such as digital multimeter, signal generators, and oscilloscope.
- Replace faulty printed circuit boards.
- Repair PCB's at component level.
- Process warranty information.
- Calculate, and provide repair estimates to customers.
- Maintain common bench stocks, materials and supplies.
- Adhere to and comply with clean and safe workplace practices.
Construction Laborer
Abel Construction
Wheatland, MO
03.1994 - 10.2006
- Excavate, fill and level surfaces for installation of concrete foundations, footings, walls, and floors.
- Fabricate concrete and masonry forms.
- Install supportive and finished masonry block walls and skirting.
- Trowel and finish masonry surfaces.
- Dig trenches and ditches for required plumbing and utility services.
Education
2 Years at College or a Technical or Vocational School - ELECTRONICS/PC REPAIR
OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SPRINGFIELD, MO01.2007
Skills
- I have worked in various fields and industries which have challenged and educated me in many types of construction, repair and maintenance duties I am a proficient troubleshooter and problem solver I am familiar with electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems I take pride in a job well done and am relentless in achieving results My military experience has taught me to train, lead and develop others I have had experience in communicating with clients and customers to understand task requirements and develop production control strategies which facilitate efficient workflow
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic system repair
- Machine calibration
- Equipment diagnostics
- Mechanical maintenance
- Parts ordering
- Maintenance documentation
- Safety compliance
- Team training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Diagnostic procedures
- Computer diagnostics
- Wiring systems
- Cooling system service
- Undercarriage maintenance
- Electronic control systems
- Diesel engine repair
- Exhaust system repair
- Troubleshooting skills
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Vermeer Great Plains
09.2019 - 11.2025
Aircraft Mechanic
Army Aviation Flight Activity
05.2013 - 07.2019
Repair Technician
Community Sound and Video
10.2008 - 11.2012
Construction Laborer
Abel Construction
03.1994 - 10.2006
2 Years at College or a Technical or Vocational School - ELECTRONICS/PC REPAIR
OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE