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Jeffery Kinzler

Joliet,IL

Summary

Accomplished Diesel Mechanic with extensive experience at Diesel Service Center, specializing in engine overhauls and emission systems management. Proven ability in hydraulic repair and welding fabrication, coupled with strong leadership skills in supervising teams. Committed to delivering high-quality results and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Service Center
Bolingbrook, IL
06.2010 - 12.2024
  • Conduct complete overhauls on Detroit 60 series, DD13, DD15, Caterpillar, Cummins and International diesel engines.
  • Conduct engine and vehicle diagnostics.
  • Replace clutches, king pins and conduct brake jobs.
  • Install PTO and complete wet kits.
  • Knowledgeable with all aspects of vehicle components and drive trains.
  • Supervision of employees and ability to provide technical assistance when needed.
  • Diagnose and repair emission systems on Freightliner, Volvo/Mack, International, Peterbuilt and Kenworth.
  • Current on all emissions standards.
  • Replaced injection pumps and injectors on both mechanical and electronic engines.

Mechanic Shop Foreman

Tim Wallace Landscape Supply
Bolingbrook, IL
02.2008 - 09.2009
  • Installed sodium chloride tanks, controls, and sprayers on snowplow trucks, as well as other snowplowing accessories.
  • Repaired hydraulic equipment on industrial equipment.
  • Repaired all types of landscape equipment, from small to large.
  • Fabricated brackets for snowplow assembly.

Deisel Mechanic/Fabricator

Kleinhoffer Manufacturing and Repair, Inc.
Joliet, IL
03.1996 - 02.2008
  • Performed arch welding, vertical, horizontal, overhead, and stainless steel.
  • MIG welding steel and aluminum.
  • Repaired fuel tanks.
  • Design and build DOT bumpers, trailer hitches, and stowaway ladders.
  • Installed tag axles, outriggers, conveyors, shortened and lengthened truck frames, and complete body swaps.
  • Installed fenders, and made custom mounting brackets.
  • Machined mechanical parts on a lathe.
  • Performed cylinder head, valve, and seat grinding.
  • Resurfaced heads and ground flywheels.

Trade Show Delivery and Set-up

Elk Cove Vineyards
Chicago, IL
04.1994 - 03.1996
  • Delivered and set up furniture for trade show events.

Skills

  • Engine overhaul and diagnostics
  • Emission systems management
  • Hydraulic repair and maintenance
  • Welding techniques and fabrication
  • Brake inspection and repair

Timeline

Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Service Center
06.2010 - 12.2024

Mechanic Shop Foreman

Tim Wallace Landscape Supply
02.2008 - 09.2009

Deisel Mechanic/Fabricator

Kleinhoffer Manufacturing and Repair, Inc.
03.1996 - 02.2008

Trade Show Delivery and Set-up

Elk Cove Vineyards
04.1994 - 03.1996

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