Napoleon Richardson
Golden,CO
Summary
I am a 33 year old army veteran. While in the service, I had a wide assortment of jobs. I was a heavy equipment operator, mechanic, and truck driver. I have 6 years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing trucks and heavy equipment.I have an associates degree in service and truck management and I am looking to join a structured and well oiled team, where I can contribute to the best of my abilities, as well as hone my skills and grow as a heavy duty equipment mechanic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Repair Mechanic
RTD Regional Transportation District
Denver, CO
12.2022 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on heavy-duty diesel engines.
- Installed new components such as fuel injectors, turbochargers, alternators and starters.
- Repaired air conditioning systems, cooling systems and exhaust systems on diesel vehicles.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Performed welding repairs to metal components such as frames, brackets and mounting plates.
- Rebuilt engine components such as cylinder heads, camshafts, crankshafts and connecting rods.
- Adjusted valves with feeler gauges to ensure correct clearances between moving parts.
- Inspected brake systems for wear or damage then repaired or replaced faulty components.
- Diagnosed electronic control module problems using specialized computer software programs.
- Tested batteries for proper voltage output then charged them if necessary.
- Dismantled transmissions in order to repair or replace broken gears or shafts.
- Programmed ECMs by downloading software from manufacturers' websites.
- Tested electrical wiring harnesses for continuity before reconnecting them to the vehicle.
- Disassembled differentials in order to inspect bearings and other internal components for wear.
- Fabricated custom parts out of sheet metal when OEM replacement parts were unavailable.
- Reassembled major engine components after performing overhauls on them.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
T-Force Freight
Commerce City, CO
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Conducted thorough troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for heavy-duty diesel engines.
- Successfully incorporated various components including fuel injectors, turbochargers, alternators, and starters.
- Handled troubleshooting and repairs of air conditioning, cooling, and exhaust systems in diesel vehicles.
- Conducted preventative maintenance tasks including oil changes, lubrication services and filter replacements.
- Performed welding repairs to metal components such as frames, brackets and mounting plates.
- Effectively repaired and replaced various engine parts like cylinder heads, camshafts, crankshafts, and connecting rods.
- Utilized feeler gauges to adjust valves and ensure appropriate clearances between moving components.
- Inspected brake systems for wear or damage, repairing or replacing faulty components as necessary.
- Proficient in diagnosing electronic control module problems by utilizing specialized computer software programs.
- Programmed ECMs using downloaded software from manufacturers' websites.
- Ensured that electrical wiring harnesses were tested for continuity prior to their reconnection to the vehicle.
- Utilized sheet metal fabrication skills to manufacture custom parts.
- Assisted other technicians with more complex repairs when needed.
- Executed simple and complex repairs for brake, exhaust, and electrical systems in adherence to provided specifications.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills by regularly updating management and customers on project progress, and offering guidance to new mechanics on implementing efficient practices.
Delivery Driver
Fed Ex Ground
Denver, CO
06.2017 - 04.2021
- Loading packages into the truck and ensuring they are secure for transport.
- Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and perform preventative maintenance when necessary.
- Verifying delivery addresses, obtaining signatures from customers, and providing direction to customers regarding package delivery.
- Maintaining records of deliveries using automated systems or logbooks.
- Delivering packages in a timely manner while adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
- Communicating with dispatch personnel to receive instructions on daily routes or individual deliveries.
- Providing customer service by answering questions, handling complaints, and resolving issues related to delivery services.
- Stocking supplies such as forms, reports, and other documents in the vehicle at the beginning of each shift.
- Collecting payments for delivered goods when required.
- Assisting with loading and unloading packages from trucks as needed.
- Keeping accurate records of hours worked, mileage driven, fuel expenses, and any other relevant information related to deliveries.
- Performing pre-trip inspections of assigned vehicles before starting routes.
- Reporting accidents or incidents involving delivery personnel or company property immediately to supervisors or managers.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies - Diesel And Truck Service Management
Lincoln College of Technology - Denver
Denver, CO11-2022
Certifate - Collision Repair
Lincoln College of Technology - Denver
Denver, COSkills
- System Upgrades
- Vehicle inspections
- Work Order Management
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostic abilities
- Computerized Diagnostics
- Hand and power tools
- Mechanical Systems
- Hydraulic Repair
- Suspension Systems
- Cooling systems
- Dent filling
- Brake Systems
- Safety Procedures
- Pneumatic Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical Systems
- Road-Worthiness Evaluations
- Component Repairs
- Troubleshooting skills
- Battery testing
- Grease and Lubricant Application
- Fleet maintenance
- Wheel Alignment
- Engine repair
- Power Steering Repair
Certification
- forklift certifified
- 609 certified.
US Army
- I was enlisted for 6 years in the army core of engineers.
Timeline
General Repair Mechanic
RTD Regional Transportation District
12.2022 - Current
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
T-Force Freight
10.2020 - 12.2022
Delivery Driver
Fed Ex Ground
06.2017 - 04.2021
Associate of Occupational Studies - Diesel And Truck Service Management
Lincoln College of Technology - Denver
Certifate - Collision Repair
Lincoln College of Technology - Denver
- forklift certifified
- 609 certified.
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