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Training
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Joseph D. Plante

Beaufort,SC

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Beaufort County Association Of
07.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated versatility by servicing a diverse range of heavy-duty diesel equipment, including trucks, buses, construction vehicles, and agricultural machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members on complex repair projects, ensuring timely completion and optimal results.
  • Established trust with clientele through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship across various makes and models of heavy-duty diesel engines.
  • Reduced downtime for fleet vehicles by providing efficient maintenance services and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
  • Well trained within many computer base programs like Cat, Cummins, and JPRO.

Technician II Heavy Equipment

First Vehicle
09.2017 - Current
  • Diagnosed faults or malfunctions to determined required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices for over a hundred pieces of gear

E6-1341-E6

Marine
08.1999 - 03.2011
  • Company Overview: DFAS CLJFLAFA, 1240 East Ninth Street Cleveland, OH
  • 44199-2055
  • Determined schedules, sequences, and assignments for two thousand six hundred thirty work activities, based on work priority, quality of equipment and skills of personnel, keeping all records at 100%
  • Monitored and mentored over one thousand military personnel work levels and work performance
  • Monitored tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of four shops to ensure adequate working conditions and safety
  • Compiled operational and personnel records for over six thousand five hundred hours, such as time and production records, inventory data, repair and maintenance statistics and test results keeping the shop at a ninety percent mission capable
  • Developed, implemented, and evaluated maintenance policies and procedures
  • Counseled one hundred twenty-five personnel about work related issues and assisted personnel to correct deficiencies
  • Conducted thirty different power points for work training in HAZMAT handling and disposal, shop safety, repair, maintenance, operational procedures and equipment use
  • Investigated thirty-six accidents and injuries and prepared reports of findings
  • Researched, ordered, and received parts from different distributors saving up to one hundred and ten thousand dollars in military funding
  • Studied and implemented training of air system and hydraulic systems to one hundred mechanic personnel
  • Repaired; replaced damage and worn parts on three hundred and fifty different pieces of construction equipment keeping equipment at ninety eight percent working capability
  • Dismantled and reassemble two hundred and thirty pieces of heavy equipment utilizing hoist and hand tools with a one hundred percent safety handling
  • Operated and inspected over three hundred machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects for a ninety eight percent mission effectiveness
  • Tested three hundred and fifty mechanical products and equipment after repairs or assembly to ensure a one hundred percent return and performance
  • Cleaned, lubricated, and performed other maintenance work on work equipment and vehicles
  • Diagnosed faults or malfunctions to determined required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices for over three hundred and fifty pieces of gear
  • Examined four hundred and sixty pieces of equipment for damaged or excessive wear, using electronic test equipment, micrometers and gauges maintaining a one hundread percent shipping and operational rate
  • Experienced in operating constructional equipment such as front loaders, compactors, ditch witch, multiple cranes, winches, drills, forklifts, extended boom lifts, and small and big trucks
  • Conducted nine thousand five hundread and sixty hours loading and unloading of equipment, supplies, and materials on and off trucks, job sites and aircrafts
  • Accumulated two thousand hours of safe loading equipment certificate for Operation Iraqi Freedom
  • Capable of handling all Hazmat accidents, spills, leaks, and proper disposal according to OSHA regulations
  • Prepared body and metal products of equipment for erosion and paint
  • Operates engineering equipment such as front end loader, bulldozers, road rollers, and other similar equipment to push, pull, pile, excavate; load materials, and compact loose materials
  • Knowledge of where and how a variety of components, accessories, and parts of systems, such as wheel cylinders, fuel lines, brakes, condensers, voltage regulators, etc., are installed and serviced
  • Skill to remove and replace parts, and to make tune up type adjustments and settings, such as setting points and timing engine
  • Ability to determine when parts should be cleaned and reinstalled or replaced with standard parts
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Chart
  • Trained and mentored over thirteen thousand men and women in becoming United States Marines in Basic Combat Military Survival, Water Survival, Martial Arts, Patrolling and Observing, and Weapons Handling and Maintenance
  • Certified in preventive maintenance and repairs to diesel and gasoline driven construction equipment
  • Experienced in the handling of hazardous material and disposals, OSHA rules and regulations in the working environment, and operating of construction equipment such as tractors, dozers, forklifts, and cranes
  • Record, track, and send gear, tools, unusable items to Defense reutilization Material Office (DRMO)
  • DFAS CLJFLAFA, 1240 East Ninth Street Cleveland, OH
  • 44199-2055

Construction and Delivery

Davis Roofing
05.1993 - 07.1998
  • Constructed and applied roofing materials to commercial and residential housing
  • Delivered and loaded materials to select job sites
  • Assisted in any modification or repairs needed to prevent weather damage to businesses and housing developments
  • Familiarized myself with OSHA rules and regulations along with proper handling of hazardous material and disposal

Cook and Driver

Pizza Hut
08.1989 - 04.1991
  • Delivered food products to valued customers throughout the local region
  • Assisted in the preparation of specified items utilizing proper food handling and sanitary conditions
  • Evaluated and trained other employees on inventoring, ordering, and tracking of food products

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
06-2015

No Degree -

University of South Carolina
Beaufort, SC
01.2005

High School Diploma -

Romeoville High School
Romeoville, IL
01.1990

No Degree - Electronics

Devry University
Addison, IL
01.1990

Skills

  • Driveline repair
  • Works Well Under
  • Turbocharger maintenance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Power Tools and Equipment
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Fuel system service
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Vehicle inspection

Professional Licenses Certificates

  • Class B Commercial Drivers License, North Carolina, 11/11
  • Certificate of Engineer Mechanic, Fort Leonardwood, Missouri

Awards Recognitions

  • Letter of Appreciation, 05/01/01
  • National Defense Medal
  • Good Conduct Medal, 07/01/02
  • Good Conduct Medal, 07/01/05
  • Good Conduct Medal, 07/01/08

Additional Information

58 wpm, 72 wpm, Current Permanent United States Marine Corps Civilian, Current Permanent Federal Civilian Employee, Yes, Not interested/available in any of the above types of positions - only want permanent full time, 6 or More Days, 5-Point Preference, Open, Yes

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 11/05/71

Training

  • Marine Corps Course, Pistol Marksmanship, 1 Sem, 07/01/09
  • Army Course, Airborne, 3 Sem, 05/01/06

Military Service

U.S. Marine Corps, 08/01/99, 02/01/10, Honorable

Timeline

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Beaufort County Association Of
07.2023 - Current

Technician II Heavy Equipment

First Vehicle
09.2017 - Current

E6-1341-E6

Marine
08.1999 - 03.2011

Construction and Delivery

Davis Roofing
05.1993 - 07.1998

Cook and Driver

Pizza Hut
08.1989 - 04.1991

No Degree -

University of South Carolina

High School Diploma -

Romeoville High School

No Degree - Electronics

Devry University

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Ashford University

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