Michael Leager
Salisbury,MD
Summary
Results-driven Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic with a proven track record at Eastern Shore Forest Products. Diesel engine diagnostics and repair, enhancing machinery performance. Strong leadership skills demonstrated as Working Shop Foreman ( 30 years at Price Buick Pontiac GMC) where I implemented, worked, and supervised shop.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic
Eastern Shore Forest Products
Salisbury, MD
06.2017 - Current
- Heavy equipment repairs but not limited too. —Volva and Mack truck and trailers walking floors in trailers —Komatus. —Caterpillar. —farm trucks, tractors , wood crew equipment
- Diagnosed diesel engines to maintain performance
- Make hydraulic hoses and repair
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy machinery.
- Utilized diagnostic tools ie computer to identify mechanical issues, streamlining repair processes and reducing downtime.
- All above skills are performed at eastern Shore forest Priducts
- Road calls (all hours) for trucks and/or equipment that is broke down and needs immediate repairs to bring truck/equipment back to farm yard
- DOT medical card
Shop Foreman/technican
Price Buick Pontiac GMC
Salisbury, MD
06.1987 - 06.2017
- Working shop foreman ..Supervised daily operational activities, ensuring efficiency and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices and safety protocols.
- Managed workflow scheduling to optimize shop productivity and minimize downtime.
- ASE certification through 2020
- GM master service technician
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkside High School
Salisbury, MDSkills
- Oil changes
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy equipment repai
- Brake systems
- Fuel injection systems
- Farm tractor and implements
- Engine diagnostics
- Electrical systems
- Auto and engine repair
- Steering systems
- Suspension systems
- Exhaust systems
- Inspection procedures
- DOT inspection on truck and trailer
- Safety management
- Fluid management
- Air conditioning system
- Hydraulic systems and PTO repairs
- Computer diagnostics for repairs
Timeline
Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic
Eastern Shore Forest Products
06.2017 - Current
Shop Foreman/technican
Price Buick Pontiac GMC
06.1987 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Parkside High School