John Dawson
Sheridan
Summary
Dependable technician with a robust background in equipment maintenance and repair. Expertise in managing service requests and ensuring compliance with safety standards, driving efficiency and quality in all maintenance operations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Technician
Radius Recycling
McMinnville
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections on various devices and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and workflows.
- Maintained inventory of tools, parts, and supplies for mobile repairs.
- Managed service requests and prioritized tasks
- Ensured that all repairs were completed within established timeframes while maintaining a high level of quality assurance.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as batteries or solvents.
- Maintained clean, organized and professional workspaces in line with company reputation for excellence.
- Climbed poles and ladders to install, maintain or inspect equipment.
- Tested repaired, newly installed or updated equipment to drive proper function and conformance to specifications.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all repairs performed on each device.
Diesel Mechanic
Hampton Lumber Mill
Willamina
08.1994 - 08.2018
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines and related systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel equipment and machinery.
- Repaired hydraulic and electrical systems for various heavy machinery.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot engine malfunctions efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety compliance during repairs.
- Maintained organized work area and kept tools in good condition.
- Assisted in training new mechanics on procedures and safety standards.
- Documented repair processes and maintenance records accurately for reference.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on diesel engines.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Assisted in the removal of engines from vehicles in order to replace them with new ones.
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders. Scarfing cracks and rewelding and fish plating
- Replaced hydraulic hoses, pumps, and other hydraulic components
Education
Diesel Mechanic
AAI
Glendale, AZ10-1992
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Hydraulic system repair
- Routine inspections
- Service request management
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Device assembly
- Hardware repair
- Repair documentation
- Equipment assembly
- Problem-solving abilities
- Maintaining components
- Safety procedures adherence
Timeline
Mobile Technician
Radius Recycling
01.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Hampton Lumber Mill
08.1994 - 08.2018
Diesel Mechanic
AAI