MICHAEL A. WILLIAMS
Eastern Lift Truck Co
Riverdale,MD
39
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Diesel Mechanic with 25 years of experience in maintaining and repairing medium to heavy vehicles. Certified technician skilled in comprehensive automotive maintenance for gas, diesel, and electrical engines. Experienced in managing service departments to enhance operational efficiency and mentoring junior mechanics. Committed to optimizing fleet performance through quality repairs and timely service.
Work History
Forklift Mechanic
2 Years 5 Months- Diagnose forklift mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults by assessing system components to restore safe equipment operation.
- Inspect, service, and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment through preventive maintenance schedules.
- Inspect and repair brakes, steering mast, and lift components in accordance with standard shop tools and service procedures.
- Conduct equipment safety inspections, identify safety-related defects, and complete corrective actions before equipment return to service.
- Diagnose forklift mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults to restore safe equipment operation.
- Leverage extensive technical knowledge to diagnose complex issues quickly, expediting required repairs with accuracy and precision.
- Perform preventive maintenance on forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment.
- Repair brakes, steering, mast, and lift components using standard shop tools and service procedures.
- Troubleshot battery, charger, and wiring problems to reduce downtime and repeat failures.
- Replace worn parts, fluids, filters, and hoses to maintain reliable fleet performance.
- Document service work, parts usage, and maintenance findings for accurate repair history.
- Support a safe working environment by diligently following established safety procedures during all aspects of job execution.
Forklift Mechanic
4 Years 2 Months- Performed equipment operation, safety protocols, preventive maintenance, and electrical work.
- Issued diagnosis, lubrication process, and record keeping.
- Replaced parts and analyzed malfunction of equipment.
- Made determination of type of repairs required.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems.
- Evaluated solutions and made decisions.
- Responded to emergency repairs needed and worked efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Ordered and maintained inventory of parts and supplies needed for repairs.
- Kept accurate records of all repairs and maintenance performed.
- Ensured that all forklifts were in compliance with safety regulations.
Maintenance Fleet Mechanic
19 Years 2 Months- Performed vehicle maintenance and repair duties including:
- Executed standard vehicle maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Performed complex repairs with minimal (if any) support.
- Performed preventive maintenance.
- Performed standard vehicle maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electronic issues independently, utilizing diagnostic computers/software to enhance troubleshooting efficiency.
- Interacted with customers/drivers to properly determine the nature of complaint once assigned a task.
- Interacted with customers/drivers to properly determine the nature of complaint once assigned a task.
- Advised shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
- Coached and mentored technicians to improve skill levels and enhance team knowledge on maintenance and repair procedures.
- Utilized key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available.
- Performed facility maintenance duties.
- Worked in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT).
- Provided additional support for various operations as needed, as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support.
Ocean Technician Analyst
5 Years 3 Months- Collected oceanographic data on underwater acoustical signals to support research objectives.
- Processed data for automatic processing and communicated findings to superiors for decision-making.
- Analyzed acoustic displays and converted information into compatible format for computer inputs, enhancing data accessibility.
- Managed computer systems effectively.
- Performed plotting and navigation tasks.
Education
H.S. Diploma - General Studies
Certificate - Auto Mechanics
Skills
Certified Diesel Mechanic
Master Technician
Autonomous maintenance operations
Collaborative team communication
Proficient in basic hand tools
Effective project oversight
Accurate assessment abilities
Quality standards compliance
Diagnostic analysis
Service excellence
Citizenship:
United States
Veteran Preference:
5-point preference (TP)
Federal Clearance:
None
Timeline
Forklift Mechanic
Eastern Lift Truck Co
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Forklift Mechanic
Alliance Material Handling
04.2020 - 06.2024Read More
Maintenance Fleet Mechanic
Ryder
02.2001 - 04.2020Read More
Ocean Technician Analyst
United States Navy, USN
07.1987 - 10.1992Read More
Lincoln Technical Institute
Certificate from Auto Mechanics
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Oxon Hill High School
H.S. Diploma from General Studies
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