Gage Weist
Waxahachie,TX
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate prepared to bring a solid effort to any team. Thorough and highly organized in managing tasks and projects. Excellent communication skills for seamless collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders. Known for reliability and strong work ethic, consistently delivering results and contributing to team success. Well-versed in keeping an orderly and clean shop for maximum efficiency. Skilled in testing, diagnosing and fixing issues with diesel equipment and vehicles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laborer/Operator
Environmental Restoration llc.
07.2023 - Current
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Complied with legal and company requirements to create safe, efficient work environment.
- Contributed to timely project completions with effective collaboration among team members and efficient task execution.
- Improved worksite organization through meticulous attention to detail in material management, storage, and disposal.
Earth moving technician
Fabick Cat
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
Diesel technician
Cummins
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Developed expertise in electronic control systems, enabling accurate troubleshooting of advanced diesel engine issues.
- Contributed to workshop profitability by identifying upsell opportunities for additional repairs or preventive maintenance services.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Diesel technician
Joplin Freightliner
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Applied documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs and identify and prepare required parts and tools.
- Completed required documentation such as work-completed reports, timesheets and quality assessments via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Reduced vehicle downtime by implementing efficient preventive maintenance procedures for diesel engines.
- Completed warranty services and submitted required paperwork.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Analyzed engine faults in buses and trucks, identifying potential causes and determining needed repairs.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
Education
High School - General Studies
Sarcoxie High School
Sarcoxie, MO05.2020
Automotive Technology -
Franklin Technology Center
Joplin, MO05.2020
Skills
- Teamwork
- Good listener
- Able to take the lead in a situation
- Fast learner
- Ability to adapt to changing environments
- Willing to go the extra mile
- Exceptional Math Skills
- History of safe working habits
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with customer service
- Vast knowledge in automotive and equipment industries
- Remarkable attention to detail skills
- Work well under pressure
- Able to keep calm in stressful environments
- Experience upselling/cross-selling parts and services
- Computer skills
- Ability to maintain clean and organized working area
- Critical thinker
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Power Tool Usage
- OSHA Compliance
Certification
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Fema IS-100.C, IS-200.C, IS-700.B, IS-800.D
- Caterpillar Engine Training
- Caterpillar Hydraulic Training
- Caterpillar Drivetrain Training
- Cummins Light, Medium, and Heavy duty engine Certifications
- Cummins Diagnostic certification
- Cummins Electrical certification
- Forklift Certification
- EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Detroit Light, Medium, and Heavy duty Engine certifications.
- Detroit transmission and axle training
- Freightliner Medium and Heavy duty vehicle chassis certifications
- Allison transmission training
- Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE)
Awards
- FFA Chapter Degree
- FFA Greenhand Degree
- Athletic Letters: Football, Archery, and Baseball
- State, National, and World Titles for Archery
Timeline
Laborer/Operator
Environmental Restoration llc.
07.2023 - Current
Earth moving technician
Fabick Cat
10.2022 - 07.2023
Diesel technician
Cummins
04.2021 - 10.2022
Diesel technician
Joplin Freightliner
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Fema IS-100.C, IS-200.C, IS-700.B, IS-800.D
- Caterpillar Engine Training
- Caterpillar Hydraulic Training
- Caterpillar Drivetrain Training
- Cummins Light, Medium, and Heavy duty engine Certifications
- Cummins Diagnostic certification
- Cummins Electrical certification
- Forklift Certification
- EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Detroit Light, Medium, and Heavy duty Engine certifications.
- Detroit transmission and axle training
- Freightliner Medium and Heavy duty vehicle chassis certifications
- Allison transmission training
- Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE)
High School - General Studies
Sarcoxie High School
Automotive Technology -
Franklin Technology Center
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