John Spakes

Starting out with this company, I was a make-ready mechanic. This job included putting together lawn and tractor equipment to sell. In my spare time, I would keep the shop and grounds clean and make sure the equipment I put together was organized in a way that would make it easy to sell.

Advanced career by completing online and in-class courses for master diesel mechanic certifications over 3 years. Currently diagnosing mechanical issues, creating service quotes, and providing lead times while upselling necessary services to enhance customer satisfaction and meet monthly service quotas, resulting in monthly performance bonuses.

• Diagnosed mechanical issues with diesel engines and related systems.
• Repaired fuel, exhaust, and electrical systems for optimal performance.
• Utilized diagnostic tools to identify malfunctions and recommend fixes.
• Fabricated parts to ensure project completion and functionality.
• Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters.
• Trained new mechanics in equipment repair techniques, enhancing team skills and ensuring consistent service quality.
• Documented repairs and maintenance activities for inventory management purposes.
• Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
• Operated hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers to perform minor repairs or adjustments on tractors.
• Welded broken tractor components to restore functionality.
• Reviewed manuals to improve knowledge of tractor specifications and operations, facilitating accurate repairs and maintenance.

• Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings efficiently.
• Managed jobs from start to finish.
• Assisted in decision-making for different problems that would arise on the jobs.
• Assisted in the design of HVAC layouts for new projects.
• Collaborated with team members to complete installation projects on time.
• Continued using my previous experience from my former employment.

* COVID killed the business we were trying to build. *

• Supervised daily operations and workflow of mechanical projects.
• Coordinated with team members to ensure safety compliance at job sites.
• Trained new employees on equipment usage and safety protocols.
• Built upon prior experience to enhance job performance.
• Managed inventory of tools and materials for ongoing projects.
• Developed schedules for project timelines and resource allocation.
• Implemented best practices to improve efficiency in mechanical processes.

* Earned multiple overhead bonuses each year and received the highest bonus awarded to a job foreman in one year for labor savings.

• Ensured company vehicle was operational by maintaining inventory and conducting routine checks.
• Communicated job status and estimated completion times.
• Prioritized tasks to plan and delegate work to reduce delays and increase productivity.

Outlined key projects where I held the role of lead foreman in the DFW region.

-Baylor Cancer Center - Dallas, Tx

Installed MRI machines; read, understood, and installed them using specifications and startup manuals.

-Multiple Data Centers - DFW area

Installed PCUs and other mechanical equipment.

-Bedford/Euless Library - Bedford, TX

Installed hydronic cooling system, RTUs, controls, wiring, pumps, and step-down transformers.

• Mentored and coached the team to motivate, educate, and enhance performance.

• Installed HVAC systems in commercial buildings.

*Executed condominium conversions and finished lease spaces in compliance with client specifications.

• Executed installation of FPB, VAVs, medium-pressure systems, chiller, pipe fitting, hydro pumps, and water system controls.

FPB, VAVs, medium-pressure systems, chiller installation, pipe fitting, hydro pumps, and water system controls.

• Partnered with team members to diagnose and resolve complex HVAC issues, enhancing system performance.
• Followed safety protocols while working in various environments.
• Delivered exceptional customer service during onsite visits and consultations, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Tested pipe, tubing joints, and connections for leaks.
• Read technical manuals and schematics to understand specific configurations.

• Supported technicians in installing HVAC systems and components, ensuring efficient setup.

*FPB, VAVs, Indirect & Direct Pneumatic controls, medium-pressure systems, building controls, and drain lines for warehouses and office finish-outs.

• Collaborated with GC, property management, and architects to problem-solve and field-fabricate solutions for project completion.
• Followed safety protocols while handling materials and machinery.
• Organized work areas to streamline workflow and increase productivity.
• Operated hand tools such as drills, grinders, saws, and presses.