Forrest Greg Hooper
DENHAMSPRINGS,LA
Summary
Resourceful General Mechanic experienced in diagnostics, repair strategies, and equipment maintenance. Achieved optimal machinery performance through effective problem-solving and teamwork. Focused on delivering reliable solutions and exceptional customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities General Mechanic
Ochsner Health
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained Ochsner Health facilities, supporting safe patient care environments.
- Executed preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems to ensure operational reliability.
- Responded to work orders for urgent building repairs across departments.
- Inspected equipment and corrected issues before service interruptions.
- Followed safety procedures and hospital standards during maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with staff to address facility issues and optimize access needs.
- Documented completed repairs and updated maintenance records accurately.
- Replaced parts to maintain operational efficiency and safety.
- Oversaw repairs and maintenance across 28 clinics in Baton Rouge region to maintain facility standards.
Generator Mechanic
Amerit Fleet Services
Baton Rouge, AL
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Performed preventive maintenance on commercial generator units and transfer switches.
- Inspected fuel, cooling, and electrical systems on standby generators.
- Diagnosed generator faults using multimeters, gauges, and service manuals.
- Repaired wiring, batteries, starters, and control panels on generator equipment.
- Coordinated service calls with dispatch and site contacts for generator maintenance.
- Documented inspection findings, repair actions, and maintenance logs for client records.
- Followed safety procedures, lockout steps, and cleanup standards during field work.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Operated lifting equipment safely while transporting heavy generator components from one area to another.
- Dismantled malfunctioning generators for repair or replacement purposes.
- Monitored the operation of diesel engines during start-up procedures.
- Calibrated instrumentation to ensure accurate readings of engine performance parameters.
- Repaired faulty wiring and replaced damaged components in engines and control panels.
- Installed new generators according to manufacturer specifications and safety protocols.
- Inspected and repaired electrical systems, including wiring, switches, circuit breakers, and other components.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining findings from inspections or tests conducted on various types of generators.
- Replaced defective parts such as alternators, voltage regulators, starters, and fuel pumps.
- Utilized specialized diagnostic tools such as multimeters to detect faults in wiring circuits.
- Completed diagnostics on generator components.
- Maintained records of all repairs performed on various types of generators.
- Serviced parts like tires and bearings to maintain functionality.
- Followed strict safety regulations when performing generator repairs in hazardous environments.
- Tested generator output for voltage accuracy and load balance.
- Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large generators.
- Performed generator troubleshooting and diagnostics of equipment.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Responsible for 165 units throughout AT&T fleet of generators across southern Louisiana region.
- Responsible for 165 units throughout AT&T fleet of generators across southern Louisiana region.
Education
Live Oak High School
Watson, LASkills
- Generator diagnostics and testing
- HVAC system diagnostics
- Electrical system diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- HVAC repair
- Electrical repair
- Plumbing repair
- Diesel engines
- Equipment inspection
- Work order management
- Component replacement
- Safety regulations adherence
- Maintenance documentation
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- PPE use
- Facility maintenance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Facilities General Mechanic
Ochsner Health
07.2023 - Current
Generator Mechanic
Amerit Fleet Services
08.2021 - 01.2024
Live Oak High School