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James Whistenant

Jacksonville,AL

Summary

Dependable Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with 6-year background, performing electronic and mechanical repair, as well as troubleshooting on various vehicles. Regularly services air and hydraulic brakes, fuel systems, transmissions and cooling systems. Professional and hard-working able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and stressful workplace. I meet all the physical requirements and am able to work and type on computer keyboards as stated in the statement regarding physical requirements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

Amentum
Kuwait
02.2024 - Current
  • installed new ABS Systems on all types of Humvee's
  • Completed required safety checks on all vehicles before they were released back into service.
  • Disposed of used fluids properly according to environmental regulations.
  • Operated various types of motorized equipment such as forklifts for loading and unloading materials.
  • Checked electrical systems such as wiring harnesses for malfunctions or damage.

Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

KBR
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • Provide maintenance and surveillance on ARMY prepositioned stock on board the USNS Watson Stationed in the Western Pacific and Indian Ocean.
  • Maintained over 600 pieces of ARMY prepositioned stock that consist of all HMMWV types, M915, HEMTT, MTV, LMTV, MRAP, Road Graders, Forklifts, Dozers, Excavators, Pan Scrappers, Road Graders, and various types of trailers.
  • Daily inspections to ensure all vehicles and equipment are to 1020 standard.
  • Use MSD to Perform troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
  • Work on Various types of electrical and hydraulic systems to ensure all systems are full mission capable.

Diesel Equipment Technician

All Things Right LLC.
Jacksonville, Ala
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Inspected equipment and made repairs and replacements.
  • Performed troubleshooting duties to determine cause of equipment failures.
  • Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning equipment, identified faults and repaired, replaced or refurbished components to restore full functionality.
  • Tracked repairs made, labor time and parts used to calculate bill.
  • Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)

U.S. Army Active Duty
Schofield Barracks, HI
06.2018 - 12.2021
  • Performed repairs, including removing, cleaning and replacing parts and systems.
  • Inspected, serviced, repaired, replaced, adjusted and tested vehicle systems, subsystems and components.
  • Repaired electrical wiring of vehicle systems, including harness, starting and charging systems.
  • Conducted routine preventive maintenance checks and services on all company vehicles.
  • Troubleshot faults and devised successful solutions in a self-directed manner.
  • Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
  • Tracked mechanical and repair problems and discussed solutions with shop leadership.
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for systems such as brakes, exhaust and electrical.
  • Communicated advanced mechanical information to non-mechanical people in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate the source of malfunctions.

Education

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic 91B

United States Ordnance School
Fort Lee, VA
12.2018

High School Diploma -

Alexandria High School
Alexandria, AL
01-2018

Skills

  • Electronic systems repair
  • Tactical vehicles experience
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Hydraulic repair
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Concise time management
  • Ability to interpret schematics
  • Welding experience
  • Commitment to quality
  • On board diagnostic skills
  • Electrical wiring installation
  • Engine diagnosis
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Attentive to detail

Timeline

Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

Amentum
02.2024 - Current

Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

KBR
09.2022 - 01.2024

Diesel Equipment Technician

All Things Right LLC.
10.2021 - 09.2022

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)

U.S. Army Active Duty
06.2018 - 12.2021

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic 91B

United States Ordnance School

High School Diploma -

Alexandria High School

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