Joshua Brown
Atmore,AL
Summary
Dynamic Lead Mechanic with extensive experience at Plains All American Pipeline, excelling in expert troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Proven track record of enhancing team productivity through effective communication and advanced diagnostics. Committed to safety and efficiency, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Mechanic
Plains All American Pipeline
11.2011 - Current
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Managed workflow effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, and available resources at hand.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Provided technical expertise to junior mechanics, enhancing their skills and boosting overall team capabilities.
- Improved team productivity through effective delegation of tasks and clear communication among mechanics.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring all repairs met industry standards and customer satisfaction levels.
- Reduced downtime for repairs by maintaining a well-organized inventory of parts and tools necessary for various jobs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies by reinforcing proper procedures during daily operations.
- Enhanced equipment performance by implementing preventive maintenance and repairs on diverse machinery.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing optimal pricing and timely delivery of parts needed for efficient job completion.
- Upheld high levels of cleanliness within the workshop area, preventing accidents and promoting a professional working environment.
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the department, fostering collaboration among mechanics to achieve common goals efficiently.
- Consistently met deadlines for repair projects, ensuring client satisfaction through prompt service delivery without sacrificing workmanship standards.
- Determined schedules and assignments of work activities for Number-member team, considering work priority, availability of equipment and skill of personnel.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and advancements by attending relevant training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance personal knowledge continuously.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying inefficiencies in repair processes and proposing solutions that reduced waste without compromising quality.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
- Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of garage.
- Wrote work orders and updated accounts in workshop computer.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
Diesel Mechanic
Mike’s Truck and Trailer Repair
06.2010 - 11.2011
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Improved customer satisfaction with thorough inspections, accurate diagnoses, and effective communication of repair needs.
Skills
- Expert troubleshooting
- Heavy-duty vehicle repair
- Brake systems
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Computer skills
- Engine repair
- Mechanical repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Driveline maintenance
- Suspension systems
- Advanced diagnostics
- Vehicle inspections
- Exhaust systems
- Computerized diagnostics
- Steering systems
- Shop housekeeping
- Fuel systems
- Battery maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Fleet management
- Technical training
- Pneumatic tools
- AC repair
- Warranty procedures
- Diesel engines
- Mechanic scheduling
- Preventative maintenance
- Overseeing garage operations
- Installing equipment
- Maintaining records
- Service scheduling
- Parts management
- Inventory auditing
- Supply ordering
- Vendor relations
- HVAC systems
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Willing to learn
- Teamwork
- Hardworking and dedicated
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Brake servicing
- Maintenance and repairs
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Work area cleanliness
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Safety procedures compliance
- Inspection skills
Certification
Detroit Diesel DD15 Engine Expert Certification
PACCAR Engine Certification
Air Brake Certification
HVAC Certification
Timeline
Lead Mechanic
Plains All American Pipeline
11.2011 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Mike’s Truck and Trailer Repair
06.2010 - 11.2011
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