Jonathan Carter
Arlington,TX
Summary
A Diesel Technician with a proven track record at Saia LTL Freight, enhancing vehicle reliability and customer satisfaction through expert maintenance and repair. Specializes in diesel engine expertise and excels in team collaboration, significantly improving workflow efficiency. Demonstrates a strong commitment to workplace safety and precision in troubleshooting, ensuring peak performance and longevity of fleet vehicles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Technician
Saia LTL Freight
10.2019 - Current
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Supported fleet operations with dependable on-site troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair services for diesel-powered vehicles.
- Delivered reliable repair services by consistently adhering to manufacturer specifications during all maintenance activities.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Refined diagnostic skills across various diesel engine models, ensuring accurate identification of underlying issues for targeted repairs.
- Boosted shop productivity by maintaining a clean, organized work environment and properly utilizing equipment and tools.
Diesel Technician B
Arnold Transportation
04.2010 - 10.2019
- Inspected Vehicles for repair and maintenance needs.
- Completed warranty services and submitted required paperwork.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels through prompt and effective communication regarding repair progress and timelines.
- Collaborated with team members on complex repair tasks, resulting in improved workflow efficiency.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and offering clear explanations of required repairs or services.
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Applied documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs and identify and prepare required parts and tools.
Education
Raina Highschool
Emory, TXDiesel Certificate - Diesel Mechanics
Lincoln Technical Institute
Grand Prairie, TX09.2010
Skills
- Fuel system repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Workplace safety
- HVAC systems maintenance
- Cooling system service
- Exhaust system repair
- Battery maintenance
- Troubleshooting skills
- Equipment inspection
- Drive shaft maintenance
- Parts replacement
- Vehicle repairs
- Performing repairs
- Gearbox servicing
- Turbocharger repair
- Steering and suspension
- Fluid adjustments
- Team collaboration
- Drivetrain components
- Powertrain service
- Welding and fabrication
- Clutch repair
- Overhauling engines
- Diesel engine expertise
- Job tracking
- Diesel emissions control
- Calibration
- Drivability testing
- Transmission troubleshooting
- Managing fleet vehicles
- Specializing in brand
- Pneumatic systems
- Work order interpretation
- Electrical systems
- Parts documentation
- Maintenance and repair
- Vehicle testing
- Certified job title
- Air brake systems
- Critical thinking
- Engine rebuilds
Certification
Stemco brakes
Noregon Jpro , computer diagnostics program.
Webb, stud, hub and wheel-end installation.
Webbtech, Air disc brakes and Air chambers
Cummins, online course on the engine.
Freightliner, online course on dd15 and truck
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Saia LTL Freight
10.2019 - Current
Diesel Technician B
Arnold Transportation
04.2010 - 10.2019
Raina Highschool
Diesel Certificate - Diesel Mechanics
Lincoln Technical Institute