Joshua Bates
Newcastle,WY
Summary
Detail-oriented mechanic with 10+ years of experience in heavy machinery maintenance and repairs. Expertise in diagnosing mechanical issues and implementing preventive maintenance schedules to improve equipment reliability. Proficient in operating skid steers, backhoes, blades, and scrapers for various excavation tasks.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Peabody Energy Corp.
Wright, Wyoming
11.2020 - Current
- Conducted regular maintenance on mining equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and troubleshooting techniques.
- Replaced defective parts and components in heavy machinery to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to improve repair processes and workflow efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability at Peabody Energy Corp.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
Mechanic
Owner
Newcastle, Wyoming
06.2015 - 06.2020
- Operated welding equipment and tools to meet project specifications.
- Installed GPS systems in vehicles and equipment for accurate navigation.
- Operated water transfer equipment for efficient fluid movement across sites.
- Inspected water distribution systems for leaks or other malfunctions.
- Conducted routine inspections and diagnostics on systems and machinery.
- Serviced and repaired designated equipment to meet company standards and specifications.
Mechanic
AE Com
01.2009 - 03.2015
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy machinery and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems efficiently.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Diagnosed technical issues to restore functionality in equipment and systems.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify root causes of mechanical failures.
- Identified root cause of technical issues and developed solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Golden High School
Golden, CO05-1996
Skills
- Systems troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Repairs
- Maintenance and repairs
- Welding and fabrication
- Hydraulic repair
- Part identification
- Fleet management
- Component repairs
- Steering systems
- Heating systems
- Equipment adjustment
- Hand and power tools
- Chassis repair
- Differential repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Fuel systems
- Drive train systems
- Exhaust systems
- Lubrication processes
- Heavy equipment diagnostics
- Final drive maintenance
- Battery maintenance
- Air conditioning repair
- Powertrain repair
- Equipment operation
- Machine operation
- Computer diagnostics
- Fuel system service
- Diagnostic procedures
- Diesel engine repair
- Machinery testing
- Hydraulic systems expertise
- Electronic control systems
- Welding
- Cooling system service
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanic
Peabody Energy Corp.
11.2020 - Current
Mechanic
Owner
06.2015 - 06.2020
Mechanic
AE Com
01.2009 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
Golden High School
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