Vincent Plakotaris
Northampton,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented installer with a strong background in troubleshooting, project management, and worksite safety. Proven ability to deliver high-quality installations and repairs, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Installer
East Penn Truck Equipment Inc
Bethlehem, PA
01.2025 - Current
- Upfitting, warranty and quality control for a tow truck manufacturing company ranging from light duty to heavy
- My roles are as followed
- Upfitting new units specifically as per custom orders
- Installing warning light systems, light bars, safety cameras, underglow etc.
- Wireless hydraulic function upgrades (multiple different styles)
- PDI inspections on new units
- Warranty repairs
- Accident repair
- I also do service work here, fixing all aspects of these trucks mechanical, electrical, hydraulic etc
- Although I am not a lead man or foreperson I also assist in the training of new employees
Assembly Technician
Versalift East
Bethlehem, PA
04.2021 - 01.2025
- Assembly of aerial bucket trucks / lift apparatus
- Working in the first stages, chassis prep, suspension upgrades,
- Subframe fabrication, subframe installation
- Utility and flat truck body installation
- Aerial apparatus installation
- Complete Hydraulic system installations, From PTO installation to made to length hydraulic hoses, electric over hydraulic safety valves etc.
- Fabrication of any part needed in the production line made to order. I did obtain 3G D1.1 fcaw certification for this position. Cert is no longer valid but will retest if needed
- Warranty claims and service work as well
Fleet Mechanic
East Penn Sanitation
Bethlehem, PA
08.2018 - 04.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in fleet vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues with off road equipment at transfer station (excavator, front end loader etc)
- Conducted inspections of vehicles to identify potential problems, reducing downtime through proactive measures.
- Prepared vehicles for annual DOT inspections.
- Maintained open communication with drivers, promptly addressing mechanical concerns and scheduling necessary repairs.
Road Mechanic
TC Repair
Easton, PA
02.2012 - 08.2018
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on various types of vehicles on-site.
- All facets of hydraulic repairs, hydraulic hoses made to order
- Subcontractor for multiple fleets, annual DOT inspections, scheduled and emergency repairs
Education
High School Diploma -
North Hunterdon High School
Annandale, NJSkills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Troubleshooting and testing
- Worksite safety and maintenance
- Product inspection
- Component repairs
- Welding skills
- Project management
- Repair techniques
- Coaching and mentoring
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Installer
East Penn Truck Equipment Inc
01.2025 - Current
Assembly Technician
Versalift East
04.2021 - 01.2025
Fleet Mechanic
East Penn Sanitation
08.2018 - 04.2022
Road Mechanic
TC Repair
02.2012 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
North Hunterdon High School