Hunter McGaha
Six Mile,SC
Summary
Reliable Technician offering 4 years of experience in related roles. Hardworking and dedicated with unyielding work ethic. Commended for promoting workplace safety and implementing improved safety training protocols. Also offers a year experience in solar installation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Diesel Technician
Herk Transportation
Easley, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, such as changing oil, lubricating parts, and replacing filters.
- Analyzed complex problems related to diesel engine performance and operation.
- Troubleshot various electrical systems associated with diesel engines.
- Diagnosed malfunctions of diesel engines using computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs, services performed, and parts used for billing purposes.
- Assisted other technicians in the repair of vehicles when needed.
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure they are in proper operating condition.
- Replaced worn or damaged components on heavy-duty trucks such as transmissions, clutches, brakes, exhaust systems.
- Installed accessories including air conditioning units, radios, stereos, winches, hoists.
- Utilized technical manuals and diagrams for troubleshooting difficult problems with engine performance.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy prior to releasing the vehicle back to customer service.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
Maintenance Technician
Quala Wash
Greenville, SC
06.2021 - Current
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Ran machinery diagnostics rounds to meet performance thresholds.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance on electrical panels and complex machinery to reach prescribed levels of operation.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Sergeant
SC Army National Guard
Clemson, SC
06.2019 - Current
- Performed diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical systems, including wiring harnesses, fuses, relays.
- Repaired and replaced defective mechanical parts such as valves, bearings, gears, brakes, clutches and other components.
- Troubleshot and repaired fuel injection systems on a variety of vehicles.
- Inspected vehicle engines to identify potential issues or problems with performance.
- Performed routine maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups and brake repairs.
- Checked spark plugs for proper gap settings to ensure efficient combustion in the engine cylinders.
- Examined exhaust system components such as catalytic converters and mufflers to detect any blockages or leaks that may affect the emissions output of the vehicle.
- Tested batteries with specialized diagnostic tools to assess levels of charge remaining in the cells.
- Maintained accurate records of all service performed on each vehicle.
- Utilized hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches and pliers when performing repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Followed schedule guidelines for maintaining fleet of vehicles.
- Ordered parts to maintain inventory levels while decreasing wait times on repairs.
- Examined protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices for faulty assembly.
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms and wheel bearings for proper operational functioning.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
A Level Technician
Easley Mitsubishi
Easley, SC
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Performing calibration tasks on a variety of instruments and systems.
- Installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting and maintaining computer hardware and software.
- Creating detailed reports of repairs, calibrations and installations performed.
- Assisting other technicians with complex repairs or installations.
- Participating in safety meetings and following safety regulations at all times.
- Ensuring compliance with company quality standards while performing work assignments.
- Providing training to other personnel on use of equipment or new technologies.
- Staying current on industry developments by attending seminars or reading trade publications.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
NASAMS Security Sergeant
US Army National Guard
Andrews Air Force Base, MD
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Led security team and contributed to on-call shifts.
- Monitored entire facility using CCTV while simultaneously performing dispatch duties.
- Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
- Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
- Developed and implemented preventative measures against accidents, thefts and other risks.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
- Monitored and authorized employee and guest access to guard against theft.
- Responded immediately to security threats, breaches and emergencies, following proper protocols.
Solar Installer
ADT Solar
Greenville, SC
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Performed panel installations using specific hand and power tools.
- Pulled wires for electrical needs and put together panel supports.
- Used equipment like skid steers to stage panels.
- Read and comprehended technical documentation, checked measurements and reviewed site conditions to facilitate installation.
- Supervised crew of up to four solar team members engaged in installing energy-efficient measures in qualified homes.
- Attended training sessions on new products, installation methodology and safety and proactively kept solar skills current.
- Installed solar panels safely in extreme hot and cold weather, in confined crawl spaces and on roofs of multi-story buildings.
- Developed and maintained relationships with potential and existing customers.
- Generated referrals by fostering exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
- Installed solar mounting devices on various types of roofs and inspected finished systems to check functionality and quality of work.
- Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
- Inspected job site before project start to identify obstacles and resolve issues.
- Installed solar collection mounting devices and plumbing elements, applying weather sealant to maintain effective structural integrity.
- Cut and drilled holes in floors, walls and roofs to install equipment using power saws and drills.
- Assessed properties to determine optimal locations for new system, component and piping installations.
- Installed, wired and tested solar photovoltaic systems on residential and commercial buildings.
- Verified that all wiring met local electrical codes and regulations.
- Conducted site surveys to determine the best placement of solar panels for optimal energy production.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on existing PV systems.
- Monitored system performance and made adjustments as necessary to ensure maximum efficiency.
- Inspected roofs for structural integrity prior to installation of mounting hardware.
- Assembled and installed racking components, mounting hardware, inverters, junction boxes, combiner boxes, disconnects, breakers. in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Configured monitoring equipment to track system performance data over time.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding their solar system operations.
- Collaborated with other members of the team to complete installations safely and efficiently.
- Researched new technologies related to solar energy production and storage solutions.
Diesel Technician
Red Classic
Piedmont, SC
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Utilized vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
- Used tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs.
- Partnered with manager to learn new skills using technician training and hands-on coaching.
- Examined protective guards, loose bolts and safety devices on trucks to make adjustments.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to increase customer satisfaction.
- Lubricated moving parts and drove repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
Maintenance Technician
Hendrick Honda
Easley, SC
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
- Ran machinery diagnostics rounds to meet performance thresholds.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance on electrical panels and complex machinery to reach prescribed levels of operation.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
Education
Maintenance
Advance Individual Training
Fort Lee, VA03-2020
High School Diploma -
Pickens High School
Pickens, SC06.2018
High School Diploma -
Pickens County Career And Technology Center
Liberty, SC06.2018
Skills
- Power and hand tool use
- Mechanical Repair
- Troubleshooting strength
- Codes compliance
- Organizational ability
- Equipment repair
- OSHA
- Safety-oriented mindset
- Supply ordering
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Building maintenance
- Experienced in Pneumatic testing, tools, Hydraulic systems and PTO operations
- Reporting and documentation
- Maintenance scheduling
- Safety protocols
- Grounds patrols
- Defensive strategies
- Report writing
- First Aid/CPR
- Multitasking
- CCTV monitoring
- Basic math
- Training & development
- Critical thinking
- Problem resolution
- Organizational skills
- Maintenance & repair
- People skills
- Search and seizure
Timeline
Lead Diesel Technician
Herk Transportation
01.2024 - Current
A Level Technician
Easley Mitsubishi
08.2023 - 01.2024
NASAMS Security Sergeant
US Army National Guard
06.2022 - 08.2023
Solar Installer
ADT Solar
10.2021 - 04.2022
Maintenance Technician
Quala Wash
06.2021 - Current
Diesel Technician
Red Classic
01.2021 - 10.2021
Maintenance Technician
Hendrick Honda
06.2020 - 02.2021
Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Sergeant
SC Army National Guard
06.2019 - Current
Maintenance
Advance Individual Training
High School Diploma -
Pickens High School
High School Diploma -
Pickens County Career And Technology Center
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