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Michael Brandon

Maricopa,AZ

Summary

- Master Technician with over 10 years in automotive engine diagnostics and repair, rebuilding and replacement.

- Skilled at quickly learning new processes, technologies and machinery

- Received multiple Master Technician awards from the Ford Training Center

- Promoted to Skid Lead Technician on my 3rd month at Alcor Energy Solutions/Advanced Clean Energy

- Project planning complete Turbine/Generator set assembly builds

- Focused Technician considered expert in maintenance services. Demonstrating keen sense of urgency to every customer. Over 15 years delivering multi-faceted trade skills in industrial environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Compressed/Liquified Natural Gas Technician

Rawhide Leasing
Phoenix, AZ
08.2021 - Current
  • Educated customers on use, care and adjustments of our Gas Regulation trailers.
  • Ordered parts and maintained adequate inventory for specific rebuilds as well as fabricate and perform system upgrades.
  • Tested completed work and verified functionality of all of our equipment after repairs were performed.
  • Worked on CNG Tube Trailers, LNG Storage Tankers, Boiler Vaporizers and Portable CNG/Regulation trailers.
  • Travel was 80% of my job working in the field at various locations for our customers.
  • Field work included setup of the entire site, verify equipment was operational, educated customers on our equipment for long term leases, Shut down sites when customers lease agreement was up.
  • Facilitated repairs by disassembling defective and broken equipment.
  • Disassembled, repaired and reassembled equipment in good working order.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Lead Technician

Alcor Energy Solutions/Advanced Clean Energy
Chandler, AZ
09.2013 - 07.2021

As Lead Technician my job consists of planning complete builds of our Turbine/Generator assemblies from man hours to inspecting parts and lead times and meeting deadlines.

  • Repaired, upgraded and inspected electronic, electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
  • Also assisted with inventory of all parts and materials
  • Assembled all inventory racks and installed all parts and materials and helped with all locations for each item. We sorted everything by A-Z rows and 1-30 sections and lot located all items to the appropriate sections.
  • Prioritized tasks and planned workflows to meet operational targets.
  • Mentored junior technicians in maintenance, repair and reporting duties.

Ford Certified Diesel Technician

Earnhardt Ford
Chandler, AZ
06.2004 - 09.2013

- I started out as a Lube Technician, changing oil, rotating and replacing tires and light maintenance

- I moved up to Heavy Line Technician 8 months from my start date performing engine diagnostics and repairs

- from there I moved up to Diesel technician

Earnhardt sent me to Ford Training Center where I attended classes and received certifications for relative systems of the vehicles i was working on.

  • Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
  • Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
  • Inspected light Diesel trucks for repair and maintenance needs.
  • Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
  • Completed warranty services and submitted required paperwork.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
  • Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering , Gas engines as well as Diesel engines, suspensions
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
  • Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
  • Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
  • Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks.
  • Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
  • Documented findings and all actions taken.
  • Discussed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ford Training Center
Chandler, AZ
09.2013

High School Diploma -

Casa Grande Union High School
Casa Grande, AZ
05.1998

Skills

  • Trained and/or Certified in:
  • Automotive Electrical System
  • Engine Repair/replacement
  • Diagnosis and Repair of mechanical Systems
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Suspensions and Alignment
  • Manual Transmissions/Trans axles
  • Tire repair, Removal/Replacement on light and Heavy equipment
  • Some Heavy Equipment operation
  • Gas Turbine Generator set Assembly and production

Certification

  • Certified Gas engine and Diesel Engine specialist, Earnhardt Ford - 2004-2013

Timeline

Compressed/Liquified Natural Gas Technician

Rawhide Leasing
08.2021 - Current

Lead Technician

Alcor Energy Solutions/Advanced Clean Energy
09.2013 - 07.2021

Ford Certified Diesel Technician

Earnhardt Ford
06.2004 - 09.2013

High School Diploma -

Ford Training Center

High School Diploma -

Casa Grande Union High School