Seth Tackett
CHESTERLAND,OH
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in small engine, automotive, heavy truck, construction equipment, emergency vehicle repair and maintenance, prepared for leadership role. Proven track record in overseeing team operations, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing workflow. Strong focus on team work, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and problem-solving, with reputation for reliability and excellence.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic/Supervisor
The City of Willoughby
Willoughby, OH
07.2011 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of our team, ensuring timely and proper completion of repair tasks.
- Implemented training programs to enhance team performance and knowledge.
- Coordinated equipment inspections and preventive maintenance schedules to optimize fleet reliability.
- Collaborated with city departments to prioritize urgent repairs, ensuring seamless public service operations.
- Assisted in the recruitment process for new mechanics by conducting interviews and assessing candidate skillsets.
- Led initiatives for cost-effective parts procurement, enhancing budget management for maintenance department.
MECHANIC / FIELD MECHANIC
PERK COMPANY
CLEVELAND, OH
06.1998 - 07.2011
- Complex repairs and maintenance to construction equipment, cement mixers, and other heavy duty and light duty vehicles.
- Repair and maintenance on concrete plant and equipment.
- Maintenance and repair of saws, pumps, generators and other equipment.
- On site adjusting and altering of concrete pavers, and other machines.
- Welding and fabricating on equipment and bridges.
- Parts and supply ordering.
MECHANIC
R.W. SIDLEY, INC.
THOMPSON, OH
03.1997 - 06.1998
- Major and minor repairs and maintenance on customers’ vehicles and company’s fleet vehicles: Mack Trucks, cement mixers, and other heavy duty and light duty vehicles.
- Repair and maintenance on trailers.
- Welding and fabricating.
- Completed repair orders on each vehicle worked on.
MECHANIC
BELICH AND DE MARCO, INC.
EASTLAKE, OH
02.1996 - 12.1997
- Repair and maintenance on company’s fleet: heavy duty trucks, light duty trucks and heavy machinery.
- Ran and maintained concrete crusher.
- Welding and fabricating.
MECHANIC
JLS TRUCK SERVICE
EASTLAKE, OH
12.1996 - 03.1997
- Complete maintenance and repair on customers’ light, medium and heavy duty vehicles.
Education
Refresher Course -
Lakeland Community College
KIRTLAND, OH04.2009
Diesel Technician Program
Ohio Auto / Diesel Technical College
CLEVELAND, OH08.1996
Automotive Service Technology
Mentor High School
MENTOR, OH06.1995
Skills
Heavy-duty vehicle repair
Preventive maintenance procedures
Electrical troubleshooting
Computerized diagnostics
Welding and fabrication
Supervisory skills
Hydraulic systems proficiency
Heavy machinery operation
Budgeting and cost control
Overseeing garage operations
Maintaining records
Certification
- C.D.L. Licence Endorsements: Class A, Air Brakes, Doubles & Triples, Hazardous materials, & Tanker.
- MACS Air Conditioning Certification
- O.D.O.T. Bridge Welding Certification.
- Structural Welding Certification.
- OSHA 16 hour Passport Certification.
- Minnich Auto Vibe Certification.
Affiliations
Vice president of Ohio Association of Emergency Vehicle Technicians
Timeline
Mechanic/Supervisor
The City of Willoughby
07.2011 - Current
MECHANIC / FIELD MECHANIC
PERK COMPANY
06.1998 - 07.2011
MECHANIC
R.W. SIDLEY, INC.
03.1997 - 06.1998
MECHANIC
JLS TRUCK SERVICE
12.1996 - 03.1997
MECHANIC
BELICH AND DE MARCO, INC.
02.1996 - 12.1997
Refresher Course -
Lakeland Community College
Diesel Technician Program
Ohio Auto / Diesel Technical College
Automotive Service Technology
Mentor High School