Nicholas Bush
Summary
Adept Diesel Technician with a proven track record at TA Truck Stop, enhancing mechanical operations and customer satisfaction. Skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, coupled with exceptional teamwork and collaboration abilities. Achieved significant improvements in efficiency and safety through diligent work and attention to detail.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Diesel Technician
TA Truck Stop
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment on semi trucks to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Followed OSHA and company guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries.
- Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs and maintenance for reference in future work as needed or required.
- Completed work orders and parts fabrication requests.
- Performed general maintenance on trucks, to include (but not limited to) oil changes, fluid checks, tire replacement, lubricating required areas of truck.
- Cleaned shop daily.
General Laborer/ Painter
Republic Services
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Certified operator class 5 & 7 forklifts/skidsteers.
- Operated forklifts and skidsteers to move equipment and materials as needed/required.
- Prepared dumpsters for paint by removing all dirt or debris, masking, buffing if needed, and removing previously placed stickers.
- Painted dumpsters, applied new labels and repositioned them to their respective position in the ready line.
- Cleaned and performed general maintenance on the paint gun daily.
- Replaced both floor and ceiling air filters quarterly per prescribed guidelines.
- Maintained clean and organized paint booth.
- Returned cans to repair shop if there were any deficiencies noted.
- Helped receive and unload orders of plastic trash cans.
- Help unload broken trash cans and place them in the repair row.
- Wore proper safety equipment at the site including safety vests, respirator, safety glasses, steel toe boots, etc
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the counter.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Reduced food waste by monitoring product freshness and rotating stock effectively.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prepared custom sandwich orders, adhering to customer preferences while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Listened carefully to customer instructions and prepared orders according to those preferences.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was given and maintaining a balanced cash register.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in accommodating unexpected changes in scheduling or workload.
Car Wash Employee
Colorado Express Car Wash
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and thorough car wash services.
- Ensured a positive customer experience through attentive listening, addressing concerns, and resolving issues in a professional manner.
- Performed and completed daily task lists.
- Cleaned the car wash tunnel, vacuum's, and parking lot daily.
- Assisted in training new employees, ensuring they were knowledgeable about company procedures and safety guidelines.
- Guided vehicles into the car wash tunnel and would put respective retracts on brushes depending on the vehicle.
- Performed general maintenance of the car wash to ensure that it would run smoothly.
Busser / Table Cleaner
Texas Roadhouse
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Cleaned tables thoroughly and quickly so customers were able to get seated as soon as possible.
- Assisted waiters with prebussing.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, cleaned bathrooms, etc.
- Returned dirty plates, silverware, and glasses to the back of house to be washed.
Essential Worker
Nitetrain Coach
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Worked in fast paced environment and competed for incentives.
- Payed attention to detail especially when labeling and placing stickers on the testing bags for covid-19
- Put together testing bags for covid-19 placing items in them such as testing swabs and vials.
- Would inform managers when a box was filled with testing bags.
- Cleaned work area after finishing for the day.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School
Clarksville, TN05-2021
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Hand tools proficiency
- Mig welding
- Semi-truck repairs
- Power tool operation
- Mechanical repairs
- Parts replacement
- Self motivation
- Reliability
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Forklift certified
Timeline
Apprentice Diesel Technician
TA Truck Stop
07.2024 - 11.2024
General Laborer/ Painter
Republic Services
05.2023 - 04.2024
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
12.2022 - 04.2023
Car Wash Employee
Colorado Express Car Wash
10.2021 - 06.2022
Busser / Table Cleaner
Texas Roadhouse
11.2020 - 01.2021
Essential Worker
Nitetrain Coach
07.2020 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
High School
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