Michael Walters
Talladega,AL
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. Versatile Mechanic with advanced knowledge of small engines. Well-educated in automotive repair and restoration and system calibration. Hardworking and fair individual dedicated to delivering high quality work and outstanding customer service. Able to handle continuous physical work in different environments while exceeding standards. Careful to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. Expert with wide range of power tools and equipment. Responsible Equipment Operator with 8 years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment in various sectors. Expert at smoothly handling tools to complete work. Sound knowledge of safety regulations and practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic
Williams Fire & Apparatus
Ashland, AL
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of fire engins.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on fire apparatuses.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Attended safety and training meetings to learn techniques to avoid injuries and mishaps.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new [Type] oil.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
Welder
Interrail
Talladega, AL
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Conducted hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specifications.
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Recognized, set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
Service Technician
Express Oil & Lube
Talladega, AL
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided technical support to customers over the phone and in person.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls, repairs, and parts used.
- Diagnosed problems and determined solutions for various customer issues.
- Installed new systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Repaired faulty components such as motors, pumps, valves, switches.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts with OEM replacements as necessary.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation and safety hazards prior to use.
- Calibrated instruments to maintain accuracy within specified tolerances.
- Tested repaired items to ensure functionality before returning them to customers.
- Assembled components into complete systems following blueprints or other instructions.
- Provided training on the safe usage of equipment when needed.
- Identified potential problems during routine inspections in order to prevent future breakdowns.
- Followed all safety protocols while performing work in potentially hazardous environments.
- Adhered to quality assurance procedures during every stage of the service process.
- Communicated with clients for outstanding customer service and to increase repeat business.
- Followed established safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and procedures.
- Trained new team members on service processes to increase productivity.
- Conducted service appointments to diagnose and fix problems.
- Examined previously completed work for accuracy.
- Set up and operated mechanical and manual tools and equipment.
- Implemented troubleshooting tactics to identify causes of poor machine performance.
- Completed documentation promptly, enabling service requests to be properly recorded and tracked.
- Handled yearly and preventive maintenance to keep vehicles in good working condition.
- Logged services performed in service ticket system.
- Reconditioned and repaired machine systems and components to return to operation.
- Tracked inventory used and notified supervisor about re-ordering needs.
- Prepared job assignment reports and forms for accountability and traceability.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
Education
Oxford High School
Oxford, ALCertification
- Osha
- Forklift
- CPR
- Equipment Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanic
Williams Fire & Apparatus
09.2023 - 05.2024
Welder
Interrail
02.2023 - 09.2023
Service Technician
Express Oil & Lube
01.2021 - 02.2023
Oxford High School
- Osha
- Forklift
- CPR
- Equipment Certification