Joshua Donelson
Millville,MA
Summary
Accomplished Diesel Technician with a proven track record at Riggins Inc., specializing in preventive maintenance, digosing and repairs as well as welding fabrication. Holds Class A CDL with comprehensive endorsements, demonstrating exceptional troubleshooting skills and team collaboration. Expert in enhancing vehicle performance and safety, significantly reducing downtime.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Technician
Riggins Inc.
07.2021 - Current
- Worked on class 8 tractors, trailers,straight trucks(triaxles), bucket trucks, crane trucks, forklifts, skid loaders, backhoes, light duty diesel, vacuum trucks, passenger cars and trucks
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Inspected [Vehicles] for repair and maintenance needs.
- Diagnosed MILs
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical faults
- Diagnosed and repaired ac systems
- Diagnosed and repaired check engine faults, abs faults, transmission faults, aftertreatment faults, etc.
- Diagnosed and repaired driveline, steering, suspension issues and concerns
- Repaired engines (oil leaks, valve trains, camshafts, oil pumps, etc.)
- Removed, repaired, and replaced transmissions (manual, automatic), clutches, ptos
- Removed and repaired differential,axle assembly's
- Inspected, maintained, repaired and replaced vehicle coupling systems (fifth wheel and upper couplers, hitch receiver's, pintle hooks etc.)
- Performed DOT inspections
- Made sure all proper documents needed were up to date
- Installed and upfitted trucks with proper product hoses fittings placards etc.
- Fabricated brackets, mounts etc. using tube benders, press brake, plasma cutter, oxy/acetylene, band saw, mag drill, Tig, Mig and Arc/Stick welding
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Applied documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs and identify and prepare required parts and tools.
- Assessed engines to inform preventive maintenance work.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Completed required documentation such as work-completed reports, timesheets and quality assessments via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Replaced and repaired fuel injection systems for diesel engines in trucks.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Organized test drives in and trucks to identify needed repairs.
Automotive Technician
Tires Plus Automotive
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
Laborer
Joesph Fazzio Inc.
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Operated forklifts, swingreach, stock picker, sissorlift/manlift to stock and load shelf's in hardware store and warehouse.
- load and unload trucks/trailers by forklift, by hand.
- pull orders and palletize weigh and wrap for shipping.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
Concrete Laborer
Northeast Precast
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 200 pounds.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Millville Senior High School
Millville, NJ06.2019
Skills
- Class A CDL with Tanker, Hazmat, Doubles and Triples Endorsements, NO RESTRICTIONS, TWIC card holder, NJ weights and measures certified,
- Preventive Maintenance
- Welding and fabrication
- Drivability testing
- Inspection procedures
- Equipment Inspection
- ABS systems knowledge
- Vehicle repairs
- Troubleshooting skills
- Pneumatic Systems
- Performing repairs
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Class A CDL Tanker, Hazmat, Doubles and Triples endorsements
- NJ weights and measures certified
- TWIC card
- Hazmat Transportation Driver Training
- Brake Inspector Certification
- Rev max wheel end training
- ASE certified in brakes, steering and suspension, light maintenance and repair, manual and automatic transmissions,
- Dixon Bayco overflow protection training certification
- NJ PTC license
- Licensed Armed Sora guard
- Pennsylvania license to carry firearms
- Utah concealed firearm permit
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Riggins Inc.
07.2021 - Current
Automotive Technician
Tires Plus Automotive
06.2019 - 07.2021
Concrete Laborer
Northeast Precast
06.2018 - 06.2019
Laborer
Joesph Fazzio Inc.
06.2016 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Millville Senior High School
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