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Gerardo Prieto

Orem,UT

Summary

Diligent Desired Position with solid foundation in diesel mechanics and history of ensuring optimal performance of heavy-duty vehicles. Successfully contributed to major repairs and maintenance projects, demonstrating precision and reliability. Proven expertise in troubleshooting and engine diagnostics, paired with keen ability to implement effective solutions in diverse mechanical challenges.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Diesel Mechanic

Hadco Construction
01.2024 - Current
  • diagnostico, reparacion y mantenimiento de equipos diesel en campo
  • Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines and associated components.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage or worn parts and made necessary repairs to ensure safe operation.
  • Reviewed technical manuals to identify correct replacement parts.Completed repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
  • Tested repaired vehicles to verify proper performance before returning them to customers.Rebuilt diesel engines according to factory specifications while adhering to strict timelines.
  • Diagnosed and repaired a wide range of diesel engines, from light vehicles to heavy-duty equipment.
  • Diagnosed faults using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations and company policies while completing all mechanicaltasks.Inspected and tested all equipment prior to completion of repairs.
  • Ensured that all parts and components were installed correctly and in accordance with manufacturer'sspecifiations.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers for repair jobs.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty equipment, including diesel engines,transmissions, brakes, hydraulics and electrical systems.
  • Operated specialized machinery such as lathes, drill presses and press brakes.Inspected hydraulic cylinders for leaks or damage and replaced worn seals orother components asnecessary.
  • Adjusted, maintained and repaired and replaced subassemblies, such as transmissions and crawler heads,using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
  • Adjusted and maintained heavy duty machinery, using contro

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Energía Y Construcciones De Venezuela
10.2021 - 06.2024
  • Adjusted, maintained and repaired and replaced subassemblies, such as transmissions and crawler heads,using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of heavy equipment, including bulldozers,backhoes, excavators, and cranes.
  • Communicated with equipment operators to accurately determine mechanical issues.
  • Repaired hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical components and air conditioningsystems on heavy equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines and associatedcomponents.
  • Inspect vehicles for damage or worn parts and made necessary repairs to ensure safeoperation.
  • Reviewed technical manuals to identify correct replacement parts.
  • Completed repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
  • Tested repaired vehicles to verify proper performance before returning them to customers.
  • Adjusted and maintained heavy duty machinery, using control,and regulating devices.
  • Rebuilt diesel engines according to factory specifications while adhering to strict timelines.
  • Diagnosed and repaired a wide range of diesel engines, from light vehicles to heavy-duty equipment.
  • Diagnosed faults using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations and company policies while completing all mechanicaltasks.
  • Inspected and tested all equipment prior to completion of repairs.
  • Ensured that all parts and components were installed correctly and in accordance with manufacturer'sspecifications.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers for repair jobs.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty equipment, including diesel engines,transmissions, brakes, hydraulics and electrical systems.
  • Operated specialized machinery such as lathes, drill presses and press brakes.
  • Inspected hydraulic cylinders for leaks or damage and replaced worn seals or other components as necessary
  • diagnosis, repair and maintenance of diesel equipment in the field

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Independent
03.2002 - 09.2021
  • Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of heavy equipment, including bulldozers,backhoes, excavators, and cranes.
  • Communicated with equipment operators to accurately determine mechanical issues.
  • Repaired hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical components and air conditioningsystems on heavy equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines and associated components.
  • Inspect vehicles for damage or worn parts and made necessary repairs to ensure safe operation.
  • Reviewed technical manuals to identify correct replacement parts.
  • Completed repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
  • Tested repaired vehicles to verify proper performance before returning them to customers.
  • Adjusted and maintained heavy duty machinery, using control, and regulating devices.
  • Rebuilt diesel engines according to factory specifications while adhering to strict timelines.
  • Diagnosed and repaired a wide range of diesel engines, from light vehicles to heavy-duty equipment.
  • Diagnosed faults using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations and company policies while completing all mechanicaltasks.
  • Inspected and tested all equipment prior to completion of repairs.
  • Ensured that all parts and components were installed correctly and in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers for repair jobs.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty equipment, including diesel engines,transmissions, brakes, hydraulics and electrical systems
  • Operated specialized machinery such as lathes, drill presses and press brakes.Inspected hydraulic cylinders for leaks or damage and replaced worn seals or other components asnecessary.
  • Adjusted, maintained and repaired and replacedsubassemblies, such as transmissions and crawler heads,using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
  • Diagnosis, repair and maintenance of diesel equipment in the field

Education

High School Diploma -

Unidad Wducativa La Cruz
Maracaibo, Venezuela

Skills

    Professional with highly knowledgeable in diagnosing and repairing awide range of diesel engine problems, from basic repairs to complexengine overhauls Strong commitment to safety and quality and strivesto exceed customer expectations Motivated to stay up to date with thelatest technology and passionate about work and high knowledge in Caterpillar equipment, Komatzu, John Deer Bobcat and Kubota, Bomag, with a high sense of responsibility in diagnosis, repair and maintenance in the field

Timeline

Diesel Mechanic

Hadco Construction
01.2024 - Current

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Energía Y Construcciones De Venezuela
10.2021 - 06.2024

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Independent
03.2002 - 09.2021

High School Diploma -

Unidad Wducativa La Cruz
Gerardo Prieto