Kurt Bushor
Center Line,USA
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Mechanic/ Foreman
City of Grosse Pointe
Grosse Pointe, MI
10.2022 - Current
- Inspected and diagnosed vehicle issues for city fleet maintenance.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on public service vehicles.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and electrical systems for city vehicles.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and services performed on vehicles.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot mechanical problems effectively.
- Repaired and replaced parts such as engines, transmissions, axles, brakes, steering systems and electrical components.
- Diagnosed faults by using technical knowledge, computer testing equipment and specialized tools.
- Checked fluid levels in differentials, transmissions and transfer cases.
- Cleaned engine parts and other components during repair work.
- Followed manufacturer guidelines when performing repairs to maintain safety and reliability of vehicle or piece of equipment.
- Tested repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.
- Installed new filters and lubricants when necessary.
- Coordinated with vendors in sourcing quality replacement parts at competitive prices.
- Completed scheduled maintenance services within specified time frames.
- Maintained records of all repairs made to the fleet vehicles.
- Identified potential problems with the vehicles before they occur by inspecting them regularly.
- Ordered new parts or materials needed for repair jobs.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules for units.
- Analyzed customer complaints regarding vehicle performance and took corrective action accordingly.
- Recorded information related to repair work into a computer system for tracking purposes.
- Raised trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment with hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
- Tested electronic computer components in automobiles to determine proper operation.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Utilized electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot fuel, ignition and emissions control systems.
- Coordinated equipment usage and maintenance across multiple job sites.
- Resolved conflicts and addressed issues among team members effectively.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
Maintenance Laborer
City of Centerline
Centerline, MI
09.2019 - Current
- Various and all municipality duties.
- Equipment Operator, Laborer, Forestry, Maintenance Welder, automotive/equipment repairs, snow removal from streets and parking lots, building maintenance, playground structure repair.
- Performed routine maintenance on city facilities and equipment.
- Assisted with landscaping and groundskeeping for public parks.
- Operated power tools for repairs and installations as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and materials for maintenance tasks.
- Responded to service requests from city departments promptly and efficiently.
- Supported special events by setting up and dismantling equipment on-site.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while performing duties.
- Responded to emergency maintenance requests in a timely manner.
- Cleaned and maintained exterior grounds of facility including sidewalks, parking lots and drainage systems.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, pliers to complete tasks.
- Inspected facilities to identify any needed repairs or improvements.
- Followed established procedures for ordering parts or materials needed for projects.
- Repaired broken locks, doors, windows and other building components.
- Removed snow from walkways using shovels or snow blowers during winter months.
- Disposed of trash in accordance with local waste management regulations.
- Received verbal instructions from supervisor regarding daily tasks assigned.
- Replaced light bulbs, ballasts and other lighting components as necessary.
- Maintained inventory of tools, supplies and materials for use in repair work.
- Operated a variety of power tools such as grinders, saws and drills.
- Performed general maintenance and repairs on buildings, equipment and machinery.
- Assisted with the setup of furniture for special events or meetings held at facility locations.
- Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
- Ran tests on newly repaired machinery and equipment to confirm proper functionality.
- Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
- Greased mechanical parts with lubrication to achieve smooth and regular functionality.
Equipment Operator
City of Roseville
Roseville, MI
10.1988 - 11.2018
- Company Overview: www.roseville-mi.gov
- During my 30 years with the city, I worked in various departments, including Water Department and Department of Public Works.
- During my time in these departments I was responsible for: Heavy Equipment Operator, Maintenance welder, relief foreman, crew leader, excavations of water and sewer mains and service lines, training of new employees.
- Road repair, snow removal, ground maintenance, building maintenance, playground structure repair, storm sewer repair and construction.
- Www.roseville-mi.gov
- Operated heavy equipment for various city maintenance projects.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure safety and functionality of machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to complete infrastructure repairs efficiently.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations requiring heavy machinery support.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress and needs.
- Followed all safety regulations to promote a secure work environment.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
- Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
- Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated earthmoving machines to move soil and other material on heavy construction sites in preparation for further building.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites when necessary.
- Maintained clean driving record to drive construction vehicles to and from work site.
- Drove flatbed traIler to move equipment between job sites.
- Located and marked underground pipes and wires to identify safe digging locations.
- Removed tools and machinery from job site to secure at end of shift.
- Assisted supervisors in preparing detailed reports related to completion of assigned jobs.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately locate boundaries for excavation sites.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of materials from trucks and trailers.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
Education
Associate Degree - general studies
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI12.2017
Certificate - Welding-Manufacturing & Maintenance
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI05.2015
Certificate - Welding Construction
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI05.2015
Skills
- Journeyman welder
- A/C troubleshooting
- Brake inspection
- Diagnostic tool utilization
- Vehicle inspection
- Preventative maintenance
- Parts ordering
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Diagnosing faults
- Failure diagnosis
- Parts inventory management
- Filter replacement
- Scheduling service
- Chassis lubrication
- Diesel truck maintenance
- Hydraulic systems experience
- Component repair
- Brake system repair
- Clutch repair
- Fluid level checks
- Steering system repair
- Heavy equipment maintenance
- Suspension system maintenance
- Battery maintenance
- Air conditioning service
- Powertrain repair
- Managing work orders
- Troubleshooting malfunctions
- Electrical system testing
- Oil change procedures
- Electrical system troubleshooting
- Drive train repair
- Diagnosing problems
- Operating equipment
- Preventive Maintenance
- Cooling system repair
- Fleet management
- Gearbox repair
- Scheduling repairs
- Engine performance analysis
- Maintaining maintenance records
- Exhaust system repair
- Hand-eye coordination
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Multitasking capacity
- Solid independent worker
- Hand and power tool operation
- Journeyman water mechanic
- Maintenance mechanic
- Fabrication expertise
- CDL/B with tanker endorsement
- Defensive driving certification
- Confined space entry training
Certification
- S2 Drinking Water Operator Certified
- Journeyman Welder Certificate
- Journeyman Water Mechanic Certificate
- CDL/B with Tanker
- Confined space entry
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fleet Mechanic/ Foreman
City of Grosse Pointe
10.2022 - Current
Maintenance Laborer
City of Centerline
09.2019 - Current
Equipment Operator
City of Roseville
10.1988 - 11.2018
Associate Degree - general studies
Macomb Community College
Certificate - Welding-Manufacturing & Maintenance
Macomb Community College
Certificate - Welding Construction
Macomb Community College
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