Johnny Cooper
Cedar Hill,TX
Summary
Experienced with diagnosing and repairing wide range of mechanical issues. Utilizes advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to ensure optimal vehicle performance. Track record of maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency in all repair and maintenance tasks.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic Section Chief- Retired
City Of Irving
Irving, TX
01.1994 - 04.2014
- Examined and analyzed equipment for identification of worn or damaged parts.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
- Trained new mechanics in diagnostic techniques, raising overall skill level of team.
- Resolved electrical issues to enhance vehicle functionality and user experience.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Diagnosed complex engine issues to restore vehicle performance, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
Military Mechanic
United States Army
Fort Bliss, TX
01.1989 - 04.1992
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Military Guard Security
United States Army
Fort Bliss, TX
01.1989 - 04.1992
- Completed detailed reports on daily activities, incidents, or irregularities observed during shift hours.
- Assisted in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure, following established protocols, and providing support to first responders.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Restricted access to sensitive areas using key cards and security codes.
- Complied with all company policies, local laws, and regulations governing security guard duties.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Ensured safety of premises by conducting regular patrols, reducing incidents of theft and vandalism.
- Maintained detailed logs of all security incidents, contributing to development of better prevention strategies.
- Conducted vehicle patrols around perimeter, deterring potential security threats.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Mechanic
Cedar Valley College
Lancaster, TX1998
Automotive Mechanic
American Trade Institute
Dallas, TX06.1995
Electronics
DeVry Institute
Irving, TX1992
All Required
Hope High School
Hope05.1985
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Brake systems
- Heavy equipment repair
- Mechanical systems
- Tire services
- Auto and engine repair
- Fuel systems
- Documentation and reporting
- Electrical systems
- Exhaust systems
- Power steering repair
- Hydraulic repair
- Battery services
- Equipment adjustment
- Hydraulic systems
- Computerized diagnostics
- Electrical system rewiring
- Drive train systems
- Component repairs
- Fleet maintenance
- Ignition systems
- Driveshaft repair
- Ignition system repair
- Hydraulic pumps
- Pneumatic systems
- Manual transmission repair
- Air conditioning systems
- System upgrades
- Heating systems
- Steering systems
- Motorcycle repair
- Turbocharger repair
- Electrical motor rebuilding
- Engine repair
- Automatic transmission repair
- Schematic assessment
Certification
Certification Complete Engine Rebuild
Certification Complete Brake System
Certification Complete Hydraulic System repair
Certification Complete Electronic Electrical repair
Certification Complete Transmission repair
Certification Complete Steering System repair
Certification Complete Engine maintenance
Certification Complete Air Conditioning
Timeline
Mechanic Section Chief- Retired
City Of Irving
01.1994 - 04.2014
Military Mechanic
United States Army
01.1989 - 04.1992
Military Guard Security
United States Army
01.1989 - 04.1992
No Degree - Automotive Mechanic
Cedar Valley College
Automotive Mechanic
American Trade Institute
Electronics
DeVry Institute
All Required
Hope High School