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JAMES WARD

Tucson,AZ

Summary

A multi-skilled mechanic and versatile team player with a variety of experience. Capable with the ability to diagnose unencountered problems, plan and execute repairs. Productive team member, able to work well under pressure, self motivated, organized and able to multi task.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Fleet Mechanic/Orchard Maintenance

Aravaipa Farms Orchard and Inn
Aravaipa, AZ, AZ
05.2020 - 03.2022

Maintained, diagnosed and repaired all farm equipment. Regular maintenance are repair of all infrastructure. Multiple water well systems, irrigation, casita rental repairs,kitchen and restaurant, electrical,plumbing and employee housing. Daily upkeep of 30 acre fruit orchard.

Fleet Mechanic

Cherry Landscape
TUCSON, Arizona
06.2014 - 04.2020

Manage fleet of tools and equipment for ten crews. Service,diagnose and repair electric / small engine tools, trucks, trailers, heavy equipment including light fabrication and welding. Responsible for building maintenance and repairs. Maintain inventory and source cost saving ways to obtain repair/ irrigation parts and chemicals. Coordinate with company owner and oversee helper to keep fleet running smoothly.

Fleet Mechanic

Hatch River Expeditions
Marble Canyon, AZ
09.2013 - 03.2014

Seasonal winter time work including the diagnose, repair and overhaul of thirty outboard motors, multiple light duty tow vehicles, transport vehicles, heavy equipment and trailes.

Fleet Mechanic

Aramark Concessions
Page, AZ
08.2011 - 09.2013

Manage, maintain and repair fleet for Wahweap Marina and then Bullfrog Marina. Perform DOT and Utah safety inspections. Properly document, order parts and service write for a fleet of over three hundred units ranging from atvs to semi trucks as the only mechanic for the fleet at either marina. Communicate effectively with management and other operators of company equipment.

Hazard Mapper/Surveyor

PGS Onshore
Houston, TX
09.2007 - 03.2009

Locate, survey and monument seismic transmission and recording stations. Collect mapping data, all access and hazards within prospect through field investigation. Supervise and coordinate field operations for a crew of three to four surveyors. Process collected data. Create and update maps. Actively participated in the company safety program without any incidents during my time there.

Motorcycle Technician

Iron Horse BMW
Tucson, Arizona
01.2005 - 09.2007

Performed regular service, diagnosed, repaired, installed tires and accessories on BMW and other motorcycles. Proficiently used GT1 diagnostic system in service and troubleshooting machines. Attended BMW Technician School and stayed current with all product knowledge and service techniques through online courses. Demonstrated service procedures and interacted with customers while servicing their bikes. Trained in service writing department. Filled in for Service Manager and writer when needed.

Education

Forestry/Trade/Technical

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ

Skills

-ASE certifications-A1,A4,A5,A7

-Ability to operate various types of equipment such as backhoes, forklifts, tow/semi trucks,skid steers, excavator, and tractors

-Knowledge of hydraulics as related to heavy equipment

-Adept in paper-flow/work order procedures

-Removal and replacement of engines and transmissions

-Maintaining a clean and safe work enviorment

Affiliations

Camping and exploring nature.

Additional Information

Jason Woznick-GM

FairWheel Bikes

Tucson, AZ

520-624-3045

Dan Clouse-Head of Transportation

Aramark Concessions on Lake Powell

Page, AZ

928-645-1071

Travis Sessions-Owner/Operator

Liberty Auto Works

Page, AZ

928-645-3848

Timeline

Fleet Mechanic/Orchard Maintenance

Aravaipa Farms Orchard and Inn
05.2020 - 03.2022

Fleet Mechanic

Cherry Landscape
06.2014 - 04.2020

Fleet Mechanic

Hatch River Expeditions
09.2013 - 03.2014

Fleet Mechanic

Aramark Concessions
08.2011 - 09.2013

Hazard Mapper/Surveyor

PGS Onshore
09.2007 - 03.2009

Motorcycle Technician

Iron Horse BMW
01.2005 - 09.2007

Forestry/Trade/Technical

Pima Community College
JAMES WARD