GRANT KENNETH GRAY
Summary
Experienced fleet maintenance professional with more than 20 years of expertise in vehicle and equipment repair, maintenance operations, and troubleshooting. Over 15 years of proven leadership experience supervising teams in fleet, facilities, and construction environments. Knowledgeable in maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and safety standards. Skilled in improving efficiency, streamlining processes, reducing equipment downtime, improving organization, and controlling overall operational costs. Recognized for improving operational efficiency, streamlining maintenance processes, reducing equipment downtime, controlling costs, and building strong working relationships through dependable, customer-focused service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Equipment Mechanic
Town of Truckee
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on a diverse municipal fleet including transit vehicles, police vehicles, administrative vehicles, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, marine equipment, asphalt equipment, and road striping equipment.
- Build strong working relationships with coworkers and other departments through effective communication, collaboration, and a commitment to quality customer service.
- Serve in an acting Senior Equipment Mechanic and Fleet Maintenance Supervisor capacity, providing leadership and support to ensure efficient shop operations, quality repairs, and continued fleet reliability.
- Assign work to team members, review completed repairs, coordinate parts and services, train employees, prioritize workload, and assist with quality control to ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and efficiently.
Street Maintenance Operator
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Operate equipment including loaders, excavators, graders and other municipal equipment.
- Maintain and repair streets, drainage systems, and public infrastructure.
- Ensure work is completed safely while complying with Town policies and applicable regulations.
Superintendent / Project Manager
Kelley Erosion Control, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2021
- Managed team in effective maintenance & repair of commercial trucks, heavy equipment, trailers, and vehicles.
- Performed facility maintenance including, HVAC, electrical, masonry, pest control and irrigation.
- Managed team coordinating daily operations, scheduling, and successful project completion.
- Insured compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability, cost and minimize downtime.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Coordinated with outside vendors, parts procurement, and repair scheduling.
- Built strong working relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
Automotive Technician
Valley Chevrolet
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical and electrical systems on new and used vehicles.
- Performed brake, steering, suspension, drivetrain, and electrical repairs.
- Delivered quality repairs while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
Skills
- Implementing Fleet Preventive Maintenance & Repair Programs
- Heavy Equipment Repair & Maintenance
- Light Duty Repair & Maintenance
- Commercial Vehicle Repair & Regulation Compliance
- Hydraulic Systems
- Electrical Systems (12–24V DC / 120–240V AC)
- Mechanical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
- Welding and Fabrication (Stick, MIG, Torch)
- Blueprint and Schematic Interpretation
- Fleet Parts and Vendor Coordination
- Equipment Operation (Loader, Excavator, Bulldozer, Grader, Forklift)
Certification
- Class A Commercial Driver License (No Restrictions)
- Smog Technician
- DOT Federal Annual Inspector
- DOT Commercial Brake Inspector
- ASE A4 – Suspension & Steering
- ASE A5 – Brakes
- ASE A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
- HVAC/R Coursework
- Certified Equipment Operator (Operating Engineers)
- Qualified SWPPP Manager (QSP)
- (CPESC) Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control
- Department of Agriculture (Primary) Pest Control License
- Irrigation Technician
- MSHA Certification
- OSHA 10 and OSHA 30
Timeline
Fleet Equipment Mechanic
Town of Truckee
01.2023 - 01.2026
Street Maintenance Operator
01.2021 - 01.2023
Superintendent / Project Manager
Kelley Erosion Control, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2021
Automotive Technician
Valley Chevrolet
01.2004 - 01.2007