Kevin Menedis
Mount Airy,MD
Summary
Experienced Forklift Technician for over 30 years, skilled in hydraulic system repair, electrical troubleshooting, engine service, battery repairs. Committed to maintaining compliance and ensuring equipment reliability. Also have several Hyster/Yale certifications, work on pretty much anything and everything. Not afraid to work on anything even if I haven't before. New truck installs and removals, welding steel and aluminum, very efficient and organized.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Technician
Eastern Lift Truck Co
BALTIMORE, MD
07.2020 - Current
- Repaired hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical components on lift trucks, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on diverse makes and models of forklifts.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in forklifts using computerized diagnostic tools, facilitating timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of services performed and parts utilized for repairs.
- Troubleshot electrical wiring problems on lift trucks, restoring functionality and enhancing operational reliability.
- Executed minor repairs, including hose, filter, and belt replacements.
- Interpreted schematics and diagrams for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Forklift Technician
McCall Handling
BALTIMORE, MD
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Hyster/Yale Certified
Forklift Technician
CFE
Jessup, Maryland
04.2015 - 05.2018
- Uni-Carrier/Crown, and multiple other types.
Material Handling Anyalyst
CJK Services
Stone Mountain, Georgia
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Analyzed data trends to support strategic decision-making processes.
- Reviewed and improved existing analytical processes for efficiency gains.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements across the organization.
Forklift Technician
Atlantic Lift Truck
BALTIMORE, MD
- Jungheinrich/Kotmasu and multiple other types of lifts.
- Maintained forklift safety standards and conducted routine inspections.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs on various forklifts.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions efficiently.
Forklift Technician
Toyota Material Handling
BALTIMORE, MD
- Toyota Lifts and multiple other types of lifts.
Forklift Technician
Werres/Raymond
Frederick, Maryland
Education
High School Diploma -
Hammond High
Columbia, MD01-1988
Skills
- Hydraulic system repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Forklift maintenance
- Safety inspection
- Diagnostic testing
- Process improvement
- Equipment servicing
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Problem identification
- Attention to detail
- Housekeeping skills
- Welding and fabrication
- Engine tune-ups
- Safety awareness
- Electrical systems maintenance
- Transmission service
- Control valve service
- Schematic reading
- Engine maintenance
- Brake system repair
- Cooling system service
- Battery maintenance
Timeline
Forklift Technician
Eastern Lift Truck Co
07.2020 - Current
Forklift Technician
McCall Handling
05.2018 - 06.2020
Forklift Technician
CFE
04.2015 - 05.2018
Material Handling Anyalyst
CJK Services
09.2014 - 04.2015
Forklift Technician
Atlantic Lift Truck
Forklift Technician
Toyota Material Handling
Forklift Technician
Werres/Raymond
High School Diploma -
Hammond High