Wesley Brown
Council Grove,KS
Summary
Well-qualified Diesel Technician successful at inspecting, repairing and maintaining equipment and vehicles. Certified bobcat silver and gold knowledgeable in diverse systems. Seeking to apply 6+ years of experience to a fast-paced position with room for growth. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Technician
Kanequip
Herington, KS
09.2023 - Current
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical problems in diesel engines using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Maintained accurate records of all work completed so that future technicians could easily access information about previous repairs.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new [Type] oil.
- Checked fan belts for wear or tension issues and replaced them if necessary.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Removed cylinder heads from engines for inspection or replacement of gaskets or valves.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules that are tailored specifically to each customer's needs.
Parts Specialist
Kanequip
Herington, KS
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Communicated effectively with clientele to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Ordered or purchased supplies to maintain optimum inventory.
- Assisted customers during selection process and helped choose perfect products to meet individual needs.
- Kept parts neatly stacked and ready for purchase to boost sales.
- Performed quality control inspections on parts and packaged parts for delivery or sale.
- Assisted customers with product selection based on their needs.
- Created purchase orders for new parts when needed by vendors or suppliers.
- Operated point of sales and parts lookup computer systems.
- Answered inquiries, resolved problems and finalized parts sales at counter and by telephone.
- Provided customers with technical advice regarding parts information and availability.
Diesel Technician
White Star Machinery & Supply
Manhattan, KS
05.2016 - 12.2022
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical problems in diesel engines using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Maintained accurate records of all work completed so that future technicians could easily access information about previous repairs.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Tested vehicle components to ensure proper functioning and identified potential malfunctions or defects.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Checked fan belts for wear or tension issues and replaced them if necessary.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
- Repaired hydraulic hoses and lines according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to increase customer satisfaction.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Education
Associate of Science -
Salina Area Technical College
Salina, KS05.2016
Skills
- ECM Reprogramming
- Preventive Maintenance
- Inspection Procedures
- Fleet Management
- Maintenance and Repair
- Workplace Safety
- Warranty Repairs Understanding
- Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Service Documentation
- Vehicle Repairs
- Calibration
- Equipment Inspection
- Certified bobcat silver and gold training
- Team Player
- Leadership/Communication Skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Kanequip
09.2023 - Current
Parts Specialist
Kanequip
01.2023 - 09.2023
Diesel Technician
White Star Machinery & Supply
05.2016 - 12.2022
Associate of Science -
Salina Area Technical College
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