STEWART KITCHIN
Cranston,RI
Summary
Results-driven Shop Foreman with strong expertise in diesel diagnostics and preventative maintenance. Known for effective communication and team leadership, consistently optimizing workflows to improve operational efficiency.
Overview
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1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
SHOP FOREMAN
BALLARD TRUCK CENTER
Johnston, Rhode Island
08.2010 - Current
- Oversaw daily shop operations to maintain high efficiency and productivity standards.
- Supervised daily shop operations to ensure efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing training and guidance on repair procedures.
- Coordinated repair schedules to enhance shop capacity and reduce downtime.
- Inspected vehicles for quality assurance before final delivery to customers.
- Collaborated with service writers to address customer needs and expectations promptly.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machines used in the shop.
- Computed estimates and actual costs of materials, labor or contractors.
- Organized workflow schedules for staff members based on job orders received from customers.
- Provided technical guidance and support to staff on repairs and troubleshooting, fostering skill development.
- Acted as a liaison between management and shop floor staff.
- Troubleshot and resolved complex mechanical issues.
- Delegated tasks to employees and tracked performance and completion.
Diesel Mechanic
COLETTAS GARAGE
Providence, Rhode Island
07.2009 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on various diesel vehicles and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices and safety procedures in repairs.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters.
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Inspected vehicles for safety issues and roadworthiness.
- Executed a checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and other service items.
- Followed safety guidelines while performing repair work on heavy-duty vehicles.
- Monitored and maintained fluid levels to ensure optimal vehicle performance; topped off when necessary.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- 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.
- Rebuilt faulty hydraulic systems including pumps and cylinders.
- Assisted in the removal of engines from vehicles in order to replace them with new ones.
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders.
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding their diesel engine needs.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Adjusted engine timing to factory specifications.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Performed test drives to evaluate vehicle performance after repairs. before and after repair services.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
- Raised trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment with hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Assessed brake condition to ensure safe vehicle operation. and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss repair requirements.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
- Verified dimensions and clearances of parts to achieve conformance to factory specifications.
- Read and interpreted standards, drawings and blueprints and pinpointed inspection needs for repair work.
Education
DIESEL TECHNICIAN - DIESEL TRUCK SYSTEMS
TECHNICAL CAREERS INSTITUTE
Windsor Locks, CT06-1984
Skills
- Diesel diagnostics
- Engine rebuilding
- Preventive maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment operation
- Machine operation
- Welding techniques
- Maintenance planning
- Process optimization
- Problem solving
- Technical training
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Effective communication
Certification
- RI STATE INSPECTOR CIRT
- MACK/VOLVO MASTER TECH
- CUMMINS CERTIFIED
- CAT CERTIFIED
- FORD POWERSTROKE AND OTHER SYTEMS
- SERIES 60 AND MBE 900 & 4000
- EATON ENDURANCE
- NATIONAL LEASE TECH CHALLENGE 3 TIME REGIONAL WINNER
Timeline
SHOP FOREMAN
BALLARD TRUCK CENTER
08.2010 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
COLETTAS GARAGE
07.2009 - Current
DIESEL TECHNICIAN - DIESEL TRUCK SYSTEMS
TECHNICAL CAREERS INSTITUTE