Jon LaPointe

• Supervised daily shop operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards.
• Coordinated repair schedules, optimizing workflow and minimizing downtime for service vehicles.
• Trained and mentored junior technicians on equipment maintenance and repair procedures.
• Implemented quality control processes to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring all projects met or exceeded company and client expectations before final delivery.

• Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Conducted routine maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues efficiently, minimizing vehicle downtime.
• Assisted in the inspection of fuel, pneumatic, hydraulic, exhaust, and electrical systems for compliance with industry regulations.
• Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.

• Certified and licensed with R134A Refrigerant System and equipment.
• I was the only Field Service representative for Wake County School Transportation Department with over 750 school buses.
• I performed the following maintenance on the AC systems: Diagnosis, Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Testing, Recovery, Charging and Optimal performance checks.
• Optimized system performance by detecting leaks, repairing or replacing damaged components as needed.
• Collaborated with team members to complete complex installations and repairs within tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting a variety of Automotive A/C systems leading to swift resolution of issues during service calls.

• Taught 3 OPNET classes of 30 students 40 Hrs. per class. The Classes covered introduction and safety, familiarization, Operation, drivers level maintenance and drivers level troubleshooting.
• Taught 1 FLMNET class of 15 students per class. 80 Hrs. per class. The classes covered Intro and Safety, Familiarization, Electrical, to include the J1939 Network, Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, TAK-4I Suspension system, Air brakes and CTIS systems.
• Selected to be the supervisor for installation of VOC Boxes, brackets and wiring harnesses, to programming and troubleshooting of the intercom system to ensure proper functionality.
• Performed full Pre inspection to find any and all faults to include; full driveline, suspension, electrical and wiring, software systems, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, Nitrogen systems, braking systems and tires. Performed inspections on the Capsule and top hatch to find faults such as stress cracks in the welds or any other mechanical faults such as door operation.
• Harvested all equipment being transferred from HMMWV to be installed on JLTV, to include Turrets and C4ISR equipment.
• Prepared the JLTV to accept the C4ISR equipment by rerunning communication cables, readjusting radio mounts and ensuring good ground with proper continuity to ensure a clear signal.
• Installed Turrets on the JLTV ensuring all bolts are torqued to specification. Ensuring that wiring is connected and ran properly and proper motor alignment for smooth operation.
• Performed troubleshooting and repairs on various systems of the JLTV.

• Performed routine maintenance on surface vehicles and equipment, ensuring operational readiness.
• Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs and recovery operations on light/heavy wheeled vehicles, trailers, generators as well as cranes, forklifts and other supported unit equipment
• Diagnosed mechanical issues in various systems, implementing effective repair strategies.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes and enhance service efficiency.
• Utilized diagnostic tools and technology to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical failures.
• Trained junior mechanics on safety protocols and equipment handling best practices.