Vincent Meraz
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
With nearly 9 years of hands-on experience as a Diesel Mechanic, coupled with a distinguished military background, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and disciplined work ethic to the table. My career has been marked by a commitment to excellence in maintaining and repairing diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Additionally, my experience extends to managing landscapes and parks, where I have honed my skills in project management, team leadership, and operational efficiency. I am now seeking a management position where I can leverage my diverse skill set, leadership abilities, and passion for excellence to drive success and innovation within your organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Technician
Alliance Landscape
Alliance, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Provide preventative maintenance to company fleet and trailers.
- Troubleshooting and repair of machinery.
- Spread topsoil, lay sod, plant flowers, grass, shrubs and trees and perform other duties to assist with the construction of a landscape and related structures.
- Cut grass, rake, aerate, dethatch, fertilize and water lawns, weed gardens, prune shrubs and trees and perform other maintenance duties as directed by supervisor.
- Maintain lawns and grass along roadsides.
- Operate and maintain power mowers, tractors, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, pruning saws, snowblowers and other landscape maintenance equipment.
- Spray and dust trees, shrubs, lawns and gardens, as directed, to control insects and disease.
- Perform other manual duties to clean and maintain landscaped environments.
Diesel Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
Iwakuni, Japan
08.2016 - 07.2023
- Executed diagnostics, inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of heavy-duty diesel equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 7 and 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems.
Senior Maintenance Worker
Parks and Recreation City of Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie, TX
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Performed skilled facilities maintenance and repairs in a diverse range of trade areas.
- Supervised and evaluated the work of contracted services.
- Reviewed work to be performed and identified resources necessary to complete the work.
- Monitored and enforced relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies Degree - Automotive Diesel Technology II
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)
Irving, Texas01.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Grand Prairie High School
Grand Prairie, TX05.2014
Skills
- Fire warden certified
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Martial Arts Instructor
- Computer skills
- Machine operation
- Welding techniques
- Diagnosis and repairs
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Work order completion
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
Timeline
Shop Technician
Alliance Landscape
07.2023 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
08.2016 - 07.2023
Senior Maintenance Worker
Parks and Recreation City of Grand Prairie
08.2014 - 08.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Grand Prairie High School
Associate of Occupational Studies Degree - Automotive Diesel Technology II
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)