Richard Sheriff
Weaver
Summary
Driven diesel mechanic skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues and performing maintenance on heavy-duty trucks. Experience in fabricating components and optimizing repairs to enhance operational efficiency. Eager to leverage hands-on expertise and contribute to quality improvements in mechanical services. Eager to learn and grow my skillset. Well versed in automotive, class 6,7,8 trucks as well as all light and heavy duty trailers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Fitzgerald Peterbilt
Glencoe
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines and related systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy-duty trucks for optimal performance.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance performed on vehicles.
Fabricator
LOHR North AMERICA
Lincoln
06.2022 - 09.2025
- Fabricated various car hauler trucks and trailers as well as low-boy trailers per design specifications.
- Used welding equipment to join various types of materials following blueprints and job specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to accurately position parts and components for fabrication.
- Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metal products.
- Conducted tests and inspections on final products to ensure quality compliance with specifications.
- Maintained records of machine maintenance schedules and spare parts orders to ensure operational efficiency.
Diesel Mechanic /Fabrication Welder
Argo Auto and Truck
Pell City
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Conducted checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more during service orders.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Placed parts orders for vehicle repairs for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles for repair and restoration.
- Executed warranty service for vehicles, ensuring compliance with manufacturer guidelines and accurate documentation.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Optimized brake systems through precise adjustments and component replacements to enhance vehicle safety and performance.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
Truck Manager
Loy Tools LLC / Snap-On Tools
Gadsden
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
- Manage all incoming and outgoing products as well as inventory throughout the truck and warehouse.
- Drove a large 32' box truck on a dedicated route maneuvering in and out of very large and very small spaces.
- Handled all finances throughout daily and weeks periods.
- Handled all technical support and operations from processing payments to contract writing for customers.
Lead Fabricator
Lohr North America
Lincoln
02.2018 - 07.2020
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Formed parts using expanders and hot dye presses and rolls, stripped flanges and ran laser program.
- Inserted and positioned materials and clamped, spliced and fitted parts using hand and power tools.
- Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
- Promoted worksite safety by explaining and enforcing OSHA requirements.
- Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
- Instructed and assisted a crew of 14 fabricators in getting the job at hand done correctly and in a timely manner.
In-shop/On Road Mechanic
Sunbelt Rentals
Atlanta
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
- Assessed equipment to determine cause of issue or malfunction and identified appropriate repairs.
- Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
- Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
- Utilized various methods to perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks on excavators and dozers.
- Worked in shop and at customer locations to handle heavy equipment repair, maintenance and commissioning needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newnan High School
Newnan, GA05-2017
Skills
- Welding Equipment
- Job Inspections
- Material Prepping
- Job Order Prioritization
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible Schedule
- Problem-Solving
- Following Procedures and Protocols
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Line Work
- Inventory Oversight
- Inventory Management
- Testing and Troubleshooting
- Time Management
- Late Shift Availability
- Hand and Power Tools
- Blueprint Reading
- Equipment Operation
- Forklift Operations
- Mechanically Inclined
- Diesel engine repair
- A/C troubleshooting
- Brake inspection
- Vehicle inspection
- Exhaust systems
- Emission control systems
- Engine rebuilds
Certification
- Forklift / Telehandler operator
- Certified welder
- Overhead Crane
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Fitzgerald Peterbilt
09.2025 - 07.2026
Fabricator
LOHR North AMERICA
06.2022 - 09.2025
Diesel Mechanic /Fabrication Welder
Argo Auto and Truck
01.2021 - 06.2022
Truck Manager
Loy Tools LLC / Snap-On Tools
07.2020 - 01.2021
Lead Fabricator
Lohr North America
02.2018 - 07.2020
In-shop/On Road Mechanic
Sunbelt Rentals
01.2017 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Newnan High School