Sam McClenton
First Student
Memphis,TN
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Experienced Mechanical Technician with 8+ years of hands-on diesel and fleet maintenance experience. Skilled in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, DOT compliance, and troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems. Safety-focused, detail-oriented, and adaptable to advancing vehicle technologies including hybrid systems and fleet telematics.
Work History
Technician
1 Year 11 Months- Diagnose and repair electrical bus systems
- Executed routine maintenance on school buses to ensure safe and reliable operation
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical bus systems to restore functionality and enhance safety
- Operated and serviced lift gate systems to support accessibility and efficient bus operations
- Executed spot welding on various metal components to ensure structural integrity. as required
Diesel Technician
4 Years 10 Months- Performed preventive maintenance and major repairs on fuel tanker trucks and diesel fleet vehicles to ensure operational reliability
- Conducted DOT inspections, ensuring compliance with federal safety regulations and contributing to fleet safety standards
- Troubleshot electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and sensor failures
- Troubleshot electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and sensor failures to restore vehicle functionality
- Conducted DOT inspections and ensured compliance with federal safety regulations
- Maintained detailed service documentation and repair logs
- Reduced vehicle downtime through efficient diagnostics and repair turnaround
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, improving resolution time.
Diesel Technician
2 Years 6 Months- Perform maintenance and repairs on diesel transportation vehicles
- Service turbo diesel engines and related components
- Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues with scope devices and diagnostic tools, ensuring accurate repairs
- Converted engines from generator to alternator systems in diesel vehicles. from generator to alternator systems
- Convert engines from generator to alternator systems
- Oversaw parts charging processes at the service center. and inventory documentation
- Managed parts charging and inventory documentation to streamline supply chain processes
- Conducted routine maintenance checks, enhancing vehicle longevity and safety standards.
Technician (Level B)
3 Years 5 Months- Conducted comprehensive courtesy vehicle inspections to ensure safety and reliability for customers
- Documented vehicle condition prior to service to provide clear maintenance records and enhance customer communication
- Maintain high standards of safety and customer service
- Diagnosed mechanical and performance issues to facilitate timely and effective repairs
- Document vehicle condition prior to service
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify issues, streamlining repair processes and reducing turnaround time.
Education
GED
Skills
Preventive Maintenance & Repair
Electrical troubleshooting
Engine diagnostics
Brake systems
Hydraulic Systems
Electrical systems
Code diagnostics
OSHA & Safety Compliance
Fleet maintenance compliance
Lift Gate & Fleet Equipment Repair
Technical reporting
Oscilloscopes & compression gauges
Climate Control Maintenance
Light & heavy-duty machinery operation
Telematics Integration
Power & precision hand tools
Power & precision hand tools
Customer service
Works Well Under Pressure
Attention to detail
Certification
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER – General Site Worker
- USDOT 4-Hour Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Transportation
- Basic First Aid & OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens
- Lead Renovator, Repair & Painting (8-Hour)
- Mold Remediation Awareness (8-Hour)
- Asbestos Abatement Worker – Initial Certification (32-Hour)
Timeline
Technician
First Student
07.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Diesel Technician
MATA
07.2017 - 01.2020Read More
Diesel Technician
Kenan Advantage Group
09.2016 - 07.2021Read More
Technician (Level B)
Firestone Complete Auto Care
03.2016 - 08.2019Read More
Trezevant High
GED
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