Joseph Sierra
Cherryville,NC
Summary
With a robust background at Lucid Customs and the Army, I excel in diagnostics and maintenance, blending technical aptitude with strong troubleshooting skills. Achievements include enhancing vehicle performance and reliability, alongside mentoring peers in repair techniques. My proactive approach and commitment to safety have significantly reduced downtime, ensuring operational efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Lucid Customs
North Carolina
11.2020 - Current
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Army
Fairbanks, AK
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Assisted in the recovery of disabled vehicles in both field exercises and actual operations to ensure minimum disruption to mission objectives.
- Enhanced fleet readiness by performing preventative maintenance checks and services on various types of military vehicles.
- Contributed to mission success by efficiently managing work orders for scheduled maintenance tasks on a diverse array of military vehicles.
- Exemplified professionalism by maintaining a high level of technical knowledge through continuous education, on-the-job training, and participation in industry conferences.
- Assisted with the recovery of damaged or stranded vehicles during field training exercises, contributing to overall mission success.
- Ensured optimal performance of wheeled vehicles by conducting thorough engine diagnostics and implementing necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Supported successful missions through the inspection and repair of suspension systems, steering components, and braking systems on military vehicles.
- Strengthened team collaboration by assisting other mechanics in resolving complex technical issues related to wheeled vehicle repairs.
- Performed welding and fabrication tasks to modify or repair military vehicles as needed, ensuring structural integrity and operational readiness.
- Optimized resource utilization by procuring necessary parts from supply depots to complete required repair jobs within established timeframes.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.
- Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
- Assessed vehicles to identify degree of malfunction or damage.
- Performed semi-annual and annual unscheduled services on Type and Type vehicles.
- Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
- Increased operational efficiency by maintaining accurate records of repairs, parts requisitions, and maintenance schedules.
- Troubleshot vehicle faults and successfully operated heavy diesel equipment.
- Improved vehicle functionality by diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining wheeled vehicles and their associated systems.
- Maintained high levels of work quality while adhering to strict deadlines for completion of repairs on essential military assets.
- Reduced downtime for critical equipment with timely troubleshooting and repair of electrical, hydraulic, and powertrain systems.
- Enhanced training effectiveness by mentoring junior mechanics in the proper use of tools, diagnostic equipment, and repair techniques for wheeled vehicles.
Education
Diploma -
Lincolnton High School
Lincolnton, NC06.2017
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Engine repair
- Auto and engine repair
- Belt and hose replacements
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Automotive diagnostics
- Fuel systems
- Problem diagnosis
- Vehicle test drives
- Vehicle inspections
- Equipment diagnostics
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical system rewiring
- Recordkeeping
- Ignition system repair
- Technical aptitude
- Systems troubleshooting
- Equipment adjustment
- Fleet maintenance
- Ignition systems
- Equipment inspection and testing
- Equipment fine-tuning
- Hydraulic pumps
- Steering systems
- Air conditioning systems
- Paint and refinishing
- Generator repair
Timeline
Mechanic
Lucid Customs
11.2020 - Current
91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Army
06.2017 - 09.2020
Diploma -
Lincolnton High School