Michael Phillips
Oliver Springs,TN
Summary
Highly adaptable Mechanic consistently guarantees customers short turnaround times for auto repairs. Focused on quality and customer satisfaction. Detailed understanding of safety mandates and regulations to maintain safe work environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mechanic
CNS Y-12 Construction Direct Hire
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
02.2024 - Current
- Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues in construction equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy machinery and vehicles.
- Repaired hydraulic systems and electrical components efficiently.
- Conducted safety checks to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Documented repair processes and maintenance activities for records.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
Mechanic
Big orange tree service
Oliver Springs, Tennessee
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Adjusted vehicle components according to specifications utilizing testing equipment such as dynamometers or chassis charts.
- Troubleshot minor mechanical issues with chipper machine such as jams or clogs in feeder mechanism.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the chipper machine including wearing protective gear, keeping hands away from moving parts, and avoiding contact with hot surfaces.
- Adjusted speed settings on chipper machine as needed based on size and type of logs.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in small engines to ensure proper functionality.
- Repaired and maintained lawn mowers, trimmers, and generators efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential problems before they escalated.
- Utilized various hand and power tools for engine repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted customers with equipment troubleshooting and maintenance advice.
Equipment Operating Engineer
Cns Y-12– UPF PROJECT
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Operated heavy machinery according to safety protocols and project specifications.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on the UPF project.
- Communicated with supervisors to report on project progress and equipment status.
- Operated and maintained a variety of heavy equipment, such as excavators, bulldozers, cranes, backhoes and loaders.
- Performed daily pre-operational inspections on assigned vehicles and reported any malfunctions or damage to supervisor.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks using appropriate tools or machines.
- Transported materials between different sites using heavy equipment.
- Adjusted machine settings as needed according to soil conditions or other factors.
Mechanic
Ucor
Oak Ridge
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Repaired hydraulic systems and electrical components efficiently.
- Conducted safety checks to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Assisted technicians in complex repairs and troubleshooting tasks.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
Diesel Mechanic
Crete Carrier Corp
Lenoir City, Tennessee
05.2011 - 07.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines and related systems.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks and trailers to ensure reliability.
- Repaired and replaced defective components in fuel, brake, and exhaust systems.
- Documented service reports detailing maintenance tasks performed on vehicles.
- Guided junior mechanics in best practices for diesel engine repairs.
- Maintained inventory of parts and tools for efficient repair processes.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Worked with a team of mechanics to complete projects efficiently within time limits.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts before reassembly of the unit, engine, vehicle .
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Ensured that all tools were properly cleaned after use.
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders.
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding their diesel engine needs.
Education
Diesel Technician - Diesel Technology
TCAT OF HARRIMAN
Harriman, TN 03.2020 - 06.2021
Oliver Springs High School
Oliver Springs, TNSkills
- Engine rebuilding
- Hydraulic system repair
- Electrical component troubleshooting
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Parts management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Workflow organization
- Hydraulic repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Heavy equipment repair
- Air conditioning systems
- Belt and hose replacements
- Manual transmission repair
- Power steering repair
- Transmission repair
- Fleet management
- Heating systems
- Electrical system rewiring
- Exhaust systems
- Tire services
- Hydraulic systems
- Suspension repair methodology
- Cooling systems
- Suspension systems
- Engine performance evaluation
Timeline
Mechanic
CNS Y-12 Construction Direct Hire
02.2024 - Current
Mechanic
Big orange tree service
09.2023 - 02.2024
Equipment Operating Engineer
Cns Y-12– UPF PROJECT
05.2022 - 09.2023
Mechanic
Ucor
07.2021 - 05.2022
Diesel Technician - Diesel Technology
TCAT OF HARRIMAN
03.2020 - 06.2021
Diesel Mechanic
Crete Carrier Corp
05.2011 - 07.2021
Oliver Springs High School