Stephen Busby
Parrish
Summary
Accomplished Diesel Mechanic with extensive experience at Fitzgerald Peterbilt, specializing in diesel engine repair and preventative maintenance. Strong mechanical aptitude and effective time management skills consistently optimize vehicle performance and ensure high-quality service. Proven ability to diagnose complex issues and implement efficient solutions, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Fitzgerald Peterbilt
Terrant
05.2023 - Current
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Checked all fluid levels regularly; topped off when necessary.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
Shop Foreman
B & T Express
Winfield
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked closely with management team to develop long-term strategies for shop operations.
- Ensured the quality of products manufactured by conducting regular inspections.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Organized workflow schedules for staff members based on job orders received from customers.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Ordered parts for repair jobs as needed from suppliers or vendors.
- Maintained inventory control, reducing waste and optimizing resources.
Diesel Mechanic
R & L Carriers
Birmingham
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
Diesel Mechanic
Southland International Trucks Inc.
Birmingham
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on diesel engines.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
Diesel Technician “T2”
Penske
Homewood
11.2016 - 03.2021
- Performs routine maintenance on diesel trucks, trailers, and cores.
Diesel Technician
Williams Detroit
Birmingham
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Performed routine maintenance on diesel trucks and trailers.
Diesel Technician
Birmingham Freightliner
Birmingham
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Performed routine maintenance on diesel trucks and trailers.
Diesel Technician
Ryder
Birmingham
05.2005 - 05.2014
- Performed routine maintenance on diesel trucks and trailers.
Education
Diesel Technologies -
Bevill State Community College
Sumiton, AL05.2005
High School Deploma -
Parrish High School
Parrish, AL05.2003
Skills
- Diesel engine repair
- Preventative maintenance
- Fuel injection systems
- Grease and lubricant application
- Brakes and tires
- Brake system maintenance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Computer-assisted troubleshooting
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Parts ordering
- Vehicle inspection
- Time management
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Fitzgerald Peterbilt
05.2023 - Current
Shop Foreman
B & T Express
11.2022 - 05.2023
Diesel Mechanic
R & L Carriers
06.2022 - 11.2022
Diesel Mechanic
Southland International Trucks Inc.
04.2021 - 06.2022
Diesel Technician “T2”
Penske
11.2016 - 03.2021
Diesel Technician
Williams Detroit
05.2015 - 10.2016
Diesel Technician
Birmingham Freightliner
06.2014 - 04.2015
Diesel Technician
Ryder
05.2005 - 05.2014
Diesel Technologies -
Bevill State Community College
High School Deploma -
Parrish High School
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