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JOHN M. GRANT

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Innovative field service technician with a strong educational background in repairing, servicing, and modifying shipboard propulsion, support systems, and equipment. Exceptional attention to detail ensures precise completion of all tasks. Extensive operational knowledge of using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and tachometers to accurately record and interpret readings and measurements. Six years of experience conducting repairs on naval vessels, gaining expertise in main reduction gears, diesel power production, steam and gas turbine propulsion/power production, auxiliary cooling, air compressors, and electro-hydraulic systems.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Alignment Technician

Discount Tire
12.2023 - Current
  • Boosted shop efficiency by maintaining and calibrating alignment equipment regularly.
  • Supported management in developing new strategies to improve work processes related to alignment services within the workshop setting.
  • Ensured accurate diagnosis of alignment issues through the use of advanced computerized equipment and software systems.
  • Diagnosed customer vehicle problems and assigned specific model repair kit needed for misalignment.

Owner/Operator

Grant's Call & Haul (Grant Services LLC)
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Provides a junk removal and haul-off service to residential customers in the Phoenix, AZ metropolitan area. Responsible for advertisement, customer acquisition, scheduling, and performance of duties required to provide customers with satisfactory completion of junk removal. Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Field Service Technician

Restaurant Solutions Group
05.2021 - 01.2022
  • Responsible for maintenance and repair of commercial restaurant equipment including but not limited to commercial pizza ovens, dough mixers/rollers, and grills. Discussed and recommended service options with customers and explained costs involved. Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance and test tasks.

Field Service Technician

Fairbanks Morse Engine
12.2019 - 04.2021
  • Field Service technician for Original Equipment Manufacturer of main propulsion and power generator diesel engines. Responsible for maintenance overhauls and repairs for customers including but not limited to US Naval and Military Sealift Command vessels. Conducted repairs on large displacement main propulsion and power generation diesel engines on and submarines. Repairs include hour based maintenance overhauls, and centerline repairs for large displacement "V" block and opposed piston diesel engines.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Properly completed work reports for each field visit.
  • Worked frequently with mechanical systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Provided exemplary customer service on each field visit according to Fairbanks Morse's guidelines.
  • Provided support for post repair/overhaul engine run-in procedures to ensure proper operation in accordance with customer needs.

Outside Machinist II

Propulsion Controls Engineering
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • Worked closely with Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) to conduct repairs on various equipment including, but not limited to ship's main reduction gear(s), electro-hydraulic steering systems, and main propulsion and power generation diesels. Conducted overhaul of pumps used in main reduction gear and controllable pitch propeller systems, as well as seawater cooling systems in accordance with technical documentation and NAVSEA Standard Items for FY18, and FY19. Comprehension and use of ships drawings as well as Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS). Conducted repairs on Main Reduction gear systems under supervision of SWRMC code 263 and met all requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-57 to include accountability logging. Qualified to review applicable documentation and approve ships force tag-out in accordance with Tag Out Users Manual (TUM) and meet requirements of Joint Fleet Maintenace Manual (JFMM).
  • Knowledgeable on NAVSEA Standard Item 009-01 basic and Scope of Work documentation to include any Government Furnished Material (GFM) or Long Lead Time Material (LLTM). Investigated areas of work for any discrepancies to be submitted on Conditions Found Reports (CFR). Familiar with Requests for Contract changes (RCCs) that occur as a result of scope of work modifications.

Machinists Mate

U.S. Navy
03.2014 - 06.2018
  • Repaired and returned auxiliary equipment to operational status after 1.5 year maintenance availability
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
  • Installed replacement parts and components as well as entire systems.
  • Used power and hand tools to complete repairs in a safe and accurate manner.
  • Maintained safe and efficient operation of diesel generators, various types of pumps, air compressors, and refrigeration equipment.
  • Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet operational deadlines.

Produce Associate

Bi-Lo Super Market
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
  • Ordered produce for the following day based on projected needs.
  • Monitored the refrigeration, freezer and cooling areas of the store to ensure that they were properly functioning and reported any issues to the manager.

Education

Associate In Science, Emphasis In Engineering - STEM

Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZ

High School Diploma - undefined

James F. Byrnes High School
Duncan, SC
01.2013

Skills

  • Post-repair testing of shipboard propulsion systems
  • Plant operations knowledge
  • Mechanical equipment overhauling
  • Blueprint reading and schematic interpretation
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Procedural compliance
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Tag-out/Lock-out familiar
  • Technical Documentation savvy

Accomplishments

Awarded Navy & Marine Corps. Achievement Medal

Certification

Forklift Certified, Vehicle Alignment Certified

Timeline

Alignment Technician

Discount Tire
12.2023 - Current

Owner/Operator

Grant's Call & Haul (Grant Services LLC)
11.2021 - 04.2023

Field Service Technician

Restaurant Solutions Group
05.2021 - 01.2022

Field Service Technician

Fairbanks Morse Engine
12.2019 - 04.2021

Outside Machinist II

Propulsion Controls Engineering
08.2018 - 12.2019

Machinists Mate

U.S. Navy
03.2014 - 06.2018

Produce Associate

Bi-Lo Super Market
05.2011 - 05.2013

High School Diploma - undefined

James F. Byrnes High School

Associate In Science, Emphasis In Engineering - STEM

Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College

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