Nathan buckles
Summary
Strong mechanical background. professional and highly motivated to produce quality work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Equipment Technician
Crawford county road commission
Grayling, Michigan
03.2024 - Current
- Inspected heavy equipment for safety and operational efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks and construction machinery.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment problems.
- Maintained a clean and organized workshop environment daily.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts as needed.
- Maintained shop tools and equipment in good working order.
- Serviced and maintained vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Tested hydraulic systems for proper functioning after completing repairs or replacements.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential problems and malfunctions in all components of the heavy equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems by visual inspection and listening to sounds made by engines and other moving parts.
- Performed welding operations for repairing broken or cracked metal parts of the machines.
Automotive Technician
Fentons auto service
Grayling, Michigan
07.2015 - 08.2020
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on various vehicle makes and models.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components in vehicles efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve complex automotive problems.
- Maintained accurate records of services performed and parts used.
- Assisted customers by explaining repair needs and service options clearly.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
Education
Mig Welding - Welding Technology
Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City , MI 09.2016 - 05.2017
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Diagnostic testing
- Hydraulic systems
- Welding operations
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Technician
Crawford county road commission
03.2024 - Current
Mig Welding - Welding Technology
Northwestern Michigan College
09.2016 - 05.2017
Automotive Technician
Fentons auto service
07.2015 - 08.2020