ROBERT KITTS
Redding,Ca
Summary
To secure a full time mechanic position utilizing my knowledge, skill, abilities and my thirty eight years of experience working on a wide variety of equipment. Reliable, energetic mechanic with passion for hands-on work. Identifies issues early and comes up with cost-effective solutions for client and business. Highly versatile and experienced with latest technology and advancements in trucking industry.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Riverview International Trucks
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
- Participated in ongoing International and Cummins training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
Shop Foreman
Antler's Resort and Marina
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Responsible for maintaining ships propulsion and generator equipment while managing and directing others in my department
- Factory trained on Honda Outboards.
Owner-Operator
Perrine's Mobile Truck and Trailer Repair
04.2004 - 12.2021
- Mobile truck and trailer repair focusing on California 90 days BIT inspections on a wide variety of equipment
- Responsible for keeping accurate maintenance records and notifying customers when vehicles are due for inspection, conducting the inspection, advising customers of repairs needed with accurate estimates
- Once approval received from customers I was responsible for completing the repairs in a timely manner while providing excellent customer service
- Performed annual maintenance and repairs on US Forest Service fire engines and performed annual fire pump certification test with my mobile test tank.
Diesel Mechanic
Stewart Stevenson
07.2002 - 03.2004
- Servicing and repairing Class A trucks with Detroit Diesel engines.
Diesel Mechanic
Kelly's Mobile Service
04.2001 - 12.2001
- Mobile truck and trailer repair on a wide variety of over the road trucks and trailers.
Diesel Mechanic
Interstate Detroit Diesel
10.1992 - 04.2001
- Responsible for disassembling and cleaning of two-stroke Detroit Diesel engines
- Inspecting and assembling for sub-assemblies, heads, governor and blowers
- Factory trained on Carrier Transicold transport refrigeration
- Factory trained on Espar Heaters
- In house trained on Series 60 Detroit Diesel engines
- Shop responsibilities include routine maintenance, tune-ups, electrical diagnostics, and in frame overhauls.
Mechanic
United States Navy
09.1985 - 10.1992
- Maintain and operate ship's auxiliary and desalination equipment to make fresh water while at sea.
Education
Diploma -
Topeka West High School
Topeka, KS.06.1984
Skills
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Air conditioning systems
- Fleet Management
- Differential Repair
- Clutch Repair
- Electrical Systems
- Vehicle inspections
- Diagnostics
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Mechanic
Riverview International Trucks
08.2023 - 08.2024
Shop Foreman
Antler's Resort and Marina
07.2021 - 08.2023
Owner-Operator
Perrine's Mobile Truck and Trailer Repair
04.2004 - 12.2021
Diesel Mechanic
Stewart Stevenson
07.2002 - 03.2004
Diesel Mechanic
Kelly's Mobile Service
04.2001 - 12.2001
Diesel Mechanic
Interstate Detroit Diesel
10.1992 - 04.2001
Mechanic
United States Navy
09.1985 - 10.1992
Diploma -
Topeka West High School
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