Elijah Allen
Auburn,Kentucky
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse systems through troubleshooting and diagnostics. Successful at adapting to new procedures, makes and models. Organized with successful history of managing and competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically demanding work. Safety oriented team player with positive attitude.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
J&J Forklift Service
Woodburn, KY
02.2019 - Current
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Replaced or repaired hydraulics to include rebuilding cylinders.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs for customers and company.
- Maintained a clean work space.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
- Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
U.S. Marine
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville , NC
07.2012 - 07.2022
- Prepared and distributed daily reports on crews, milestones, issues, and progress.
- Utilized best practices and troubleshooting techniques to resolve machinery issues.
- Implemented safety processes and procedures and made crew members aware of contingency plans for dangerous situations.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance of all equipment.
Mechanic
Dewees Construction
Franklin, KY
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
Machine Operator
New Mather Metals
Franklin , KY
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Simpson Highschool
Franklin KY05.2012
Skills
- Specification Reading
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Work Area Cleanliness
- Mechanical Expertise
- Mechanical Repair
- Preventative Maintenance
- Troubleshooting and Repair
- Repair Work Planning
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Task Concentration
- Technical Documentation Interpretation
- Equipment Dismantling
Timeline
Mechanic
J&J Forklift Service
02.2019 - Current
Mechanic
Dewees Construction
01.2018 - 01.2019
Machine Operator
New Mather Metals
08.2016 - 01.2018
U.S. Marine
United States Marine Corps
07.2012 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Franklin Simpson Highschool
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