Kyle D. Mahler
St.Cloud,FL
Summary
I am currently seeking full-time employment in the diesel and vehicle maintenance industry to continue working in a field that I both enjoy and take pride in performing. I am a hard-working and well-trained candidate, with demonstrated leadership abilities while in the U.S. Army at Fort Hood, Texas, as well as during my NATO deployment in Estonia. I am an individual with a strong work ethic as a vehicle mechanic/technician, who is motivated by results and dependability. Skilled professional demonstrates abilities in troubleshooting and fixing problems within all vehicle systems. Adept at working quickly and accurately to repair, replace, or refurbish components. Proficient in maintaining records, updating logs and training employees.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic
Oakley Transport
Lake Wales, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Undertake complex responsibilities in tractor shop, focusing on electrical diagnostics, engine maintenance, and suspension installation
- I have completed training while here at Oakley Transport for Volvo certification.
- Relocated to body shop to utilize welding skills.
Developed expertise in bodywork and painting for semi-trucks after completing repairs.
Maintenance Technician
Waste Connections Inc.
Sebring, FL
07.2021 - 08.2023
Executed preventative maintenance and serviced AC systems regularly.
Completed daily vehicle inspection reports to ensure compliance.
Addressed issues related to tire changes, ABS repairs, and brake system maintenance.
Performed fluid replenishment, welding on vehicle bodies, and fabrication of new floors.
Technician
accurate roadside assistance
Orlando, FL
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Serviced road calls for semi-trucks and trailers effectively.
Performed DOT inspections and executed necessary repairs promptly.
Completed daily logs for verification and accurate documentation. - I have completed daily tasks while promoting and enforcing safety standards to prevent any workplace safety hazards.
Senior Mechanic Technician
Waste Management
Orlando, FL
07.2015 - 08.2020
- Operated as senior technician for waste management, implementing preventative maintenance on hydraulic cylinders and brake systems while managing technician activities within shop
- Executed road calls and serviced diverse vehicles, from front-end loaders to roll-off trucks, and conducted electrical diagnostics on engines, transmissions, ABS systems, and electrical equipment.
- Class 1 certification for CNG (compressed natural gas) vehicles and systems.
- Bendix brake system certified.
- Cummins motor certified.
<ul><li>Boot Camp (January 2014 - March 2014)</li><li>AIT Training - Ordnance School (March 2014 – June 2014) Graduated with Honors</li><li>Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic – (June 2014-June 2015)</li><li>Managed the maintenance and repair of light and heavy tactical vehicles and select armored vehicles. Responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles. Expert in repair and overhaul of all wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems.</li><li>Uphold Sergeant’s position(E-5), as a PV2(E-2), in Estonia on a NATO deployment. (September 2014 – December 2014)</li><li>Maintained a 92% vehicle readiness and mission capable status.</li><li>Military Training equivalent to 24 Semester credit hours. Information regarding courses available upon request.</li></ul>
United States Army
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Boot Camp (January 2014 - March 2014)
- AIT Training - Ordnance School (March 2014 – June 2014) Graduated with Honors
- Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic – (June 2014-June 2015)
- Managed the maintenance and repair of light and heavy tactical vehicles and select armored vehicles. Responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles. Expert in repair and overhaul of all wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems.
- Uphold Sergeant’s position(E-5), as a PV2(E-2), in Estonia on a NATO deployment. (September 2014 – December 2014)
- Maintained a 92% vehicle readiness and mission capable status.
- Military Training equivalent to 24 Semester credit hours. Information regarding courses available upon request.
Education
Diploma -
Harmony, FL
Harmony, FL01.2012
Skills
- Paint and body repair
- Brake system repair
- Engine maintenance
- Electrical diagnostics
- Attention to detail
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Fleet management
- Fleet maintenance
- Paint and body repair
- Brake system repair
- Engine maintenance
- Electrical diagnostics
- Attention to detail
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Fleet management
- Fleet maintenance
Awards
National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon
Certification
- ase 609 certified
- volvo certified A-D
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanic
Oakley Transport
08.2023 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Waste Connections Inc.
07.2021 - 08.2023
Technician
accurate roadside assistance
08.2020 - 08.2021
Senior Mechanic Technician
Waste Management
07.2015 - 08.2020
<ul><li>Boot Camp (January 2014 - March 2014)</li><li>AIT Training - Ordnance School (March 2014 – June 2014) Graduated with Honors</li><li>Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic – (June 2014-June 2015)</li><li>Managed the maintenance and repair of light and heavy tactical vehicles and select armored vehicles. Responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles. Expert in repair and overhaul of all wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems.</li><li>Uphold Sergeant’s position(E-5), as a PV2(E-2), in Estonia on a NATO deployment. (September 2014 – December 2014)</li><li>Maintained a 92% vehicle readiness and mission capable status.</li><li>Military Training equivalent to 24 Semester credit hours. Information regarding courses available upon request.</li></ul>
United States Army
01.2014 - 01.2015
Diploma -
Harmony, FL