Sammuel Harper
Summary
Knowledgeable with extensive background in ground support equipment maintenance and repair. Proven track record of ensuring optimal performance and longevity of GSE through precise diagnostics and timely interventions. Demonstrated expertise in hydraulic systems/ electrical systems and mechanical troubleshooting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
GSE mechanic
AAR
San Antonio, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained, operated and performed scheduled inspection and unscheduled repairs on government and Boeing ground support equipment and Boeing fleet vehicles.
- Ensured that all Maintenance repairs are performed in accordance with the manufacturers manual or equivalent
- Fabricate and install and adjust components on automotive, fleet, Ground support equipment and aircraft equipment.
- Filled out Job cards and parts order request, billing paperwork for jobs performed on equipment
- Planned and executed complex scheduled and unscheduled maintenance requires the knowledge of hydraulic systems, electrical diagnosis, pneumatic maintenance, diesel engine repair, welding repairs, aircraft ground support equipment, safety compliances, equipment calibration, fault isolation
- Performed inspection on GSE and aircraft equipment in accordance with company and manufacturer standards
- Assist ground tech support when GSE and aircraft equipment aren't in accordance with companies standards
- Some examples of GSE equipment that I have performed inspections and repairs on are - GSE air conditioner units, GSE flood light units, Boeing's fleets, GSE forklifts, GSE compressor carts, GSE tugs, GSE tractors, GSE generators units.
- Some examples of Aero equipment that I have performed inspections and repairs on are - Scissor lifts - 1930,2646,4069 (Genie and JLG), Boom Lift - S-45,S-65,S-85(Genie) And JLG all electric and Bailey pneumatic Boom Lift
Mechanic
Rock & Sons Tire and Auto
La Grande, OR
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Completed after hours service work once a month (Towing, Semis Tire Calls)
- Performed annually inspections/Service work for fleet vehicles as assigned (fed-ex, usps, uprr, la grande police department, la grande fire department, uhaul, etc)
- Performed diagnose and inspections on every customer vehicle that enter the shop
- Completed light auto repair work as assigned
Electrician
Northwood Manufacturing
La Grande, OR
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Installs full electrical systems on an average of four RVs a day
- Troubleshoots complex assembly problems for electrical systems related to RVs
- Installs full electrical systems on an average of four RVs a day
- Troubleshoots complex assembly problems for electrical systems related to RVs
Service Technician
Wheel Works
Redwood City, CA
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Replaced shocks and suspension, control arms, and inner and outer tie rods
- Repaired or installed brakes, rotors, motor mounts, throttle body, spark plugs, batteries, and rack and pinion steering
- Installed new tires, completed tire rotation and alignments, and repaired damaged or flat tires
- Ran full inspections and ran diagnostic tests for every vehicle
- Worked on personal vehicles as well as commercial fleet maintenance
Testing and Trials Coordinator
Blentech
Santa Rosa, CA
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated and maintained multimillion-dollar, industrial-grade food preparation equipment
- Maintained steam lines, freezers, boilers, preparation machines, and vacuum cooling systems
- Assisted equipment trials for customers and sales prospects. Programmed recipes, cleaned demo areas and machinery, including feed hoppers and high-shear impellers
- Assisted assembly factory work: building machinery, packing, grinding, sandblasting, plumbing
- Operated a forklift and became forklift certified
Apprentice
Incom
Petaluma, CA
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Supported 15+ commercial, residential, industrial construction and renovation projects
- Coordinated with third-party contractors, including welders, electricians, framers, and drywallers
- Operated portable and fixed equipment, e.g. forklift, excavator, and scissor lift
- Installed fire sprinkler systems and managed emergency repairs, inspection and permitting processes
- Fabricated arms and drops for fire sprinkler systems
- Installed earthquake systems, including clamps, brackets, hangers, and bracing
- Proficiencies: California Fire Code, OSHA 10, and OSHA 20
Manager
Oilstop
Santa Rosa, CA
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Changed oil and oil filters for 40 cars/day on average, all major oil types and car makes/models
- Exceeded sales targets for 95%+ of weeks
- Onboarded and trained more than 10+ new employees
- Replaced fluids/top-off as needed for: brakes, clutch, transmission (automatic and manual), front and rear differential, transfer cases, power steering, coolant reservoir, radiator, and battery
- Performed maintenance and safety diagnostics, including inspecting and replacing breather filter, air filter, cabin air filter, hybrid filter, and fuel filter; inspecting A/C, drive, and power steering belts for safety issues; inspecting radiator cap and hoses, cooling system pressure and coolant protection level
Security Professional
Allied Universal
Santa Rosa, CA
07.2018 - 11.2018
Security Cadet and Apprentice Welder
Gary Job Corps
San Marcos, TX
01.2017 - 01.2018
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest Texas High School
San Marcos, TX01-2017
Skills
- Equipment dismantling
- Equipment testing
- Continuous improvement
- Time management abilities
- Hydraulic systems troubleshooting
- Forklift operation and maintenance
- Tire and wheel assembly
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Heavy equipment operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Troubleshooting
- Schematics interpretation
- Repairs and servicing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Electrical work
- Goal setting
- Self motivation
- Equipment operation
- Issue diagnosis
- Equipment repair and maintenance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality control
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Aviation safety regulations
- Power generation systems
- Vehicle inspection and testing
- Battery maintenance and charging
- Brake system repair
- Transmission and drivetrain
- Quality control inspections
- Welding and fabrication
- Electronic control systems
- Heavy equipment handling
Timeline
GSE mechanic
AAR
10.2024 - Current
Electrician
Northwood Manufacturing
07.2023 - 10.2023
Service Technician
Wheel Works
05.2023 - 07.2023
Mechanic
Rock & Sons Tire and Auto
10.2022 - 03.2023
Testing and Trials Coordinator
Blentech
07.2022 - 03.2023
Apprentice
Incom
10.2021 - 07.2022
Manager
Oilstop
11.2018 - 10.2021
Security Professional
Allied Universal
07.2018 - 11.2018
Security Cadet and Apprentice Welder
Gary Job Corps
01.2017 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Southwest Texas High School