James Horn
Coalinga,California
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic experienced in field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Works well with others to accomplish complex tasks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Waste Management - Kettleman Hills Facility
Kettleman City, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, graders, excavators, and loaders.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized or manual testing equipment.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
- Welded broken parts and structural members as required.
- Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery.
- Dismantled heavy equipment to locate and accurately diagnose mechanical defects.
- Assessed equipment to determine cause of issue or malfunction and identified appropriate repairs.
Lead Diesel Mechanic
Mid Valley Disposal
Avenal, CA
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing all types of diesel engines and related components.
- Perform preventative maintenance on vehicles, including oil changes, lubrication, filter changes, and other routine maintenance.
- Conduct regular inspections to identify any potential issues with the engine or its components.
- Repair and replace defective parts as necessary using hand tools and power tools.
- Ensure proper operation of all vehicle systems by testing components regularly.
- Maintain accurate records of all repair work performed in accordance with company policy.
- Provide technical guidance to apprentices or other mechanics as needed.
- Keep up-to-date on new technologies and best practices in the field of diesel mechanics.
- Supervise the other mechanic on the site and line out repairs and services for him to complete.
- Performed monthly OBA's for other mechanic.
- Created Part order and Work order numbers as needed.
- Submitted invoices in the Dossier Program.
- Performed inventory checks.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed when performing repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Train staff on proper use of tools, equipment, and safety procedures.
- Troubleshoot complex problems using diagnostic software programs.
- Held Monday safety meetings for myself and the other mechanic.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Organized DVIR's daily for me and the other mechanic to complete.
Transfer Station Operator/Equipment Operator
Mid Valley Disposal
Coalinga, CA
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Operated a front-end loader to load waste and recyclables into transfer trailers.
- Received, weighed and processed incoming materials for disposal.
- Inspected loads for hazardous material and ensured safety regulations were adhered to.
- Assisted customers in unloading their vehicles at the facility.
- Supervise and instruct other yard attendants and temporary employees for special projects.
- Maintained County and State documents in order to stay in compliance during inspections.
- Maintained records for Transfer Station's transactions.
- Monitored traffic flow within the facility and directed trucks as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coalinga High School
Coalinga, CA06.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Business Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSome College (No Degree) - Accounting and Business Management
West Hills College - Coalinga
Coalinga, CASkills
- Repair Work
- Welding
- Issue Diagnosis
- Electrical Work
- Proper Parts Storage
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Safety Processes
- Tire Changing
- Machinery Testing
- Parts Replacement
- Engine Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Recordkeeping
- Staff Management
- Customer Service
- Computer skills
- 609 Certified
- Air Brake Certified through Meritor
- Amrep Hydraulics Trained
- Amrep Electrical Trained
- CAT Tier 4 Systems Trained
- CPR Certified
- Respirator Certified
- 24 Hour HAZWOPER
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Waste Management - Kettleman Hills Facility
09.2022 - Current
Lead Diesel Mechanic
Mid Valley Disposal
08.2019 - 09.2022
Transfer Station Operator/Equipment Operator
Mid Valley Disposal
08.2016 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Coalinga High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Business Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Business Management
West Hills College - Coalinga
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