KC Taylor
Jal,NM
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.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wheeled Recovery Supervisor
US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
11.2020 - Current
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed when working on the different types of wheeled vehicles.
- Kept up-to-date with industry standards regarding best practices for servicing and repairing wheels vehicle systems.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Wheeled Recovery Mechanic
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
08.2017 - 11.2020
- Performed vehicle inspections prior to towing.
- Transported vehicles from accident scenes to repair shops or storage lots.
- Checked chains, cables, straps, and winches for proper operation and safety purposes.
- Repaired broken down vehicles on the side of the road when needed.
- Assisted with the loading and unloading of vehicles onto tow truck.
- Delivered customer vehicles safely and efficiently to desired destinations while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks including oil levels, brake fluid levels, air pressure levels in tires.
- Loaded heavy items onto flatbeds using cranes and pulleys safely and securely.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
Fort Hood, TX
01.2013 - 07.2017
- Performed preventive maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Replaced or repaired worn parts on vehicles, including brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles to diagnose faults using electronic testing equipment.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Adjusted functional parts of engines and other components.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Installed accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors and windshield wipers.
- Maintained records of all work performed on each vehicle in the form of a service logbook.
- Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted brakes, steering systems and related components of motor vehicles.
- Completed required safety checks on all vehicles before they were released back into service.
- Used hoists or jacks to lift heavy objects when needed during repair work.
- Disposed of used fluids properly according to environmental regulations.
- Operated various types of motorized equipment such as forklifts for loading and unloading materials.
- Ordered replacement parts from suppliers when necessary for repairing vehicles.
- Checked electrical systems such as wiring harnesses for malfunctions or damage.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance checks and services on company vehicles.
- Performed repairs, including removing, cleaning and replacing parts and systems.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jal High School
Jal, NM05-2012
Skills
- Staff Management
- Employee Development
- Schedule Management
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Supervisory skills
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Performance Evaluations
- Diagnostic abilities
- Vehicle Inspection
- Troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Brake Systems
- Installing equipment
- Parts management
- Suspension Systems
- Maintaining records
- Hydraulic systems
- Service Scheduling
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Safe Driving Practices
- Safety Management
- Stress Tolerance
- Strong Work Ethic
- Heavy Lifting
- Map Reading
- Truck Weighing
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- GPS Applications
- CB Radio Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Flatbed Trailers
- Load Inspection
- Self Motivation
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Professional Demeanor
- Dependable and Cooperative
Certification
- Wheeled Mechanic, US Army- December 2012
- Wheeled Recovery Operations/ Tow Truck Operator- July 2017
Accomplishments
- Army Good Conduct Medal for continuous exemplary service
- Army Commendation Medal for safely conducting over 50 combat recoveries
Timeline
Wheeled Recovery Supervisor
US Army
11.2020 - Current
Wheeled Recovery Mechanic
US Army
08.2017 - 11.2020
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
01.2013 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Jal High School
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