Kaedyn Gallaher
Milton-Freewater
Summary
Mechanic Supervisor offering experience overseeing daily operations to maintain safe and efficient service. Focused on monitoring productivity, accuracy and adherence to policies and procedures. Respectfully communicated to employees when correcting actions and providing helpful advice. Performs preventative maintenance (PM) on a rigid schedule. PM includes general maintenance and repairs as well as safety checks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Head Mechanic
Columbia county
Dayton
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of vehicle systems and components.
- Assisted in diagnosing mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance on various types of vehicles.
- All levels of chassis maintenance, installation and repair such as air brakes, steer axle assemblies, gear boxes, air ride suspension, leaf spring suspension, and fifth wheel adjustment.
- Annual changeover of installing plows and sandboxes to the truck fleet.
- Road Grader service and maintenance such as tandem drive, all wheel drive, transmission, hydraulic, circle gear drive oil, blade changes.
- CB Radio installation.
- Service and maintain Columbia County Sherriff's department vehicles.
- As the head mechanic, I had an apprentice that assisted and trained under me.
Mechanic
Jones Truck and Implement
Walla Walla
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various agricultural machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow in service area.
- 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 fleet vehicles and heavy agricultural machinery
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
Mechanic
Bo-J Farms
Dayton
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in trucks and implements using industry-standard tools.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various agricultural machinery.
- 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.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
Laborer/Mechanic
Jake Hodnefield
Lowden
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials to support project timelines.
- Followed instructions from supervisors to complete tasks accurately and timely.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to ensure prompt repairs and safety measures.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Maintained farm equipment to maintain operation
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology
Walla Walla Community College
Walla Walla, WA 09.2022 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Touchet High School
Touchet, WA06-2021
Skills
- Safety audits for personnel and equipment
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical repairs
- Safety compliance
- Parts ordering
- Problem solving
- Heavy-duty vehicle repair
- Welding
- AC repair
- Written testing for CDL is complete Currently logging hours towards CDL certification
Certification
A/C certificate
Timeline
Head Mechanic
Columbia county
07.2024 - Current
Mechanic
Jones Truck and Implement
09.2022 - 06.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology
Walla Walla Community College
09.2022 - 09.2024
Mechanic
Bo-J Farms
06.2021 - 09.2022
Laborer/Mechanic
Jake Hodnefield
03.2021 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Touchet High School