Tanis Cloutier
Summary
Skilled mechanical professional with solid background in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Extensive background in mechanical and electrical function, design and repair. Proficient in diagnosing and solving mechanical issues, ensuring optimal equipment performance, and upholding safety standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Cactus RV
02.2025 - Current
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Fabricated custom parts for custom vehicles.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Researched and located hard to find parts for classic vehicles.
- Complete overhaul of vehicle electrical systems.
- Safely operated mechanical equipment and machinery. Including but not limited to automotive lift, forklift, power tools, and welding equipment.
- Read and interpreted technical drawings and schematics to understand equipment design and proper maintenance.
Shop Owner
Wrong Era Customs
06.2011 - 11.2024
- Developed loyal customer base by consistently delivering high-quality products and personalized service.
- Addressed customer complaints effectively, resolving issues quickly to maintain overall satisfaction levels among clientele.
- Hired, managed, and trained employees in the skill sets required to build custom vehicles.
- Complete design and planning for building custom vehicles. Including but not limited to suspension, drivetrain, electrical, fuel systems, cooling systems and interior.
- Established strong relationships with vendors.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable.
- Coordinated the transportation of vehicles for clientele.
- Coordinated with other shops for outsourcing and various steps in the restoration/build process of vehicles.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Located and sourced hard to find components to expedite delivery of product to clientele.
- Fabricated custom components and modified every part of vehicles for improved performance and function.
- Designed and built complete automotive electrical systems.
- Built performance engines and suspension components for racing and offroad purposes.
- Extensive MIG and TIG welding to structural components of automobiles.
Electronics Technician
United States Coast Guard
03.2007 - 06.2011
- Phalanx IMA facility. Conducted Intermediate maintenance of Block 1B CIWS.
- Unit was sole IMA facility in the U.S. Coast Guard and responsible for the fleetwide readiness in regards to the Phalanx.
- Trained in multiple weapons systems and radar.
- Trained specifically on AN/SPQ-9B radar system.
- Received heavy training and schooling in electronic systems, components, and repair.
- Ordered and maintained stock of required kits for rebuild of Phalanx gun, exit unit, transfer unit, and entrance unit.
- Certified forklift operator.
- Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and testing instruments.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools for accurate identification of system faults, minimizing repair times significantly.
- Facilitated transportation of Phalanx system to fleet and aided in major overhauls/installs.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems by providing timely maintenance and repair services.
- Trained junior technicians on proper diagnostic and repair techniques.
- Interpreted scale drawings of new commissions to determine layout of materials and equipment.
- Improved system reliability by conducting regular maintenance checks and updates on electronic equipment and weapons systems.
- Maintained Top Secret security clearance.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
College of Alameda
Alameda, CAAssociate of Science - General Studies
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZHigh School Diploma -
Santa Rita High School
Tucson, AZ12-2005
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Schematic reading
- Parts fabrication
- Electrical systems
- Welding techniques
- Mechanical repairs
- Component assembly
- Analytical thinking
- Diagnostic testing
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
Certification
- Electronics Technician (U.S. Coast Guard)
- Weapons Systems (U.S. Coast Guard)
- SPQ-9B Radar (U.S. Coast Guard)
- Phalanx Block 1B CIWS Rebuild/Overhaul ( U.S. Coast Guard IMA facility Alameda)
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Cactus RV
02.2025 - Current
Shop Owner
Wrong Era Customs
06.2011 - 11.2024
Electronics Technician
United States Coast Guard
03.2007 - 06.2011
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
College of Alameda
Associate of Science - General Studies
Pima Community College
High School Diploma -
Santa Rita High School
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