LUCAS GOLLA
West Allis,WI
Summary
Ambitious, innovative, and talented professional with a stellar reputation for integrity, exceptional leadership, and customer service skills. Skilled in identifying customer needs, creatively solving problems, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Dedicated, energetic, highly ethical, and effective with impressive interpersonal skills. Consistently puts forth 110% effort in every job undertaken.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic Supervisor
R&L Carriers
5005 S Sixth St Milwaukee, WI 53221 United States
06.2017 - Current
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Ensured safety compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal regulations related to diesel mechanics.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
Diesel Mechanic
Action / Taylor Made Trucking
Milwaukee, WI
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills, teamwork abilities, and effective communication among colleagues and supervisors alike.
- Ensured safety compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal regulations related to diesel mechanics.
- Minimized costly breakdowns through proactive preventative maintenance measures on heavy equipment and vehicles.
- Enhanced engine performance by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on diesel engines.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
MANAGER
GOLLA & SONS MOVING SERVICES LLC
West Allis, WI
05.2012 - 08.2017
- Schedule set up for up coming jobs and scheduled employees work loads.
- Customer service with handling the phones and customers, to help plan their moves.
- Checking tucks to insure movers have everything they need for the day.
- Handled the money going in and out of the business as well as pay checks and advertising.
WAREHOUSE LEAD
NATIONAL EXCELSIOR
West Allis, WI
08.2011 - 07.2012
- Loaded and Unloaded semi trailers with fork tuck.
- Cleaned and kept inventory count of the warehouse up to date.
- Pulled customer orders for the same to next day.
- Operated sit down and stand up and reach trucks.
REPOSSESS, TOW TRUCK DRIVER
ALWAYS TOWING
Milwaukee, WI
06.2011 - 12.2011
- Drove self-loaders and flatbed trucks.
- Transported and hooked up motor vehicles and motorcycles for the city of Milwaukee and sheriffs department.
- Handle daily log sheet and time sheets.
FORK TRUCK OPERATOR
MOTOR CASTING
West Allis, WI
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Set up machines for jobs for åe day.
- Load and unload hazard chemicals from semi trailers.
- Drove semi trailers back and fourth from each loading dock.
- Helped out in offer areas when machines are down.
FORK TRUCK OPERATOR
WESTERN BUILDING PRODUCTS
Wauwatosa, WI
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Load and unload semi tailers.
- Keep order pickers stocked with material.
- Daily log sheet and inventory sheet done every day.
- Cleaned warehouse.
Education
HSED -
Juneau High School
Milwaukee, WIComputerized Machinery -
MATC Downtown Campus
700 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53233Skills
- Oil changes
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy equipment repair
- Diesel engine repair
- Engine repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Vehicle inspections
- Brake systems
- Engine diagnostics
- Electrical systems
- Fuel injection systems
- Transmissions
- Auto and engine repair
- Steering systems
- Exhaust systems
- Battery maintenance
- Safety management
- Documentation
- Customer service
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Action / Taylor Made Trucking
08.2017 - 06.2018
Diesel Mechanic Supervisor
R&L Carriers
06.2017 - Current
MANAGER
GOLLA & SONS MOVING SERVICES LLC
05.2012 - 08.2017
WAREHOUSE LEAD
NATIONAL EXCELSIOR
08.2011 - 07.2012
REPOSSESS, TOW TRUCK DRIVER
ALWAYS TOWING
06.2011 - 12.2011
FORK TRUCK OPERATOR
MOTOR CASTING
01.2007 - 01.2011
FORK TRUCK OPERATOR
WESTERN BUILDING PRODUCTS
01.2001 - 01.2007
HSED -
Juneau High School
Computerized Machinery -
MATC Downtown Campus