Zach Ellett
Davison
Summary
Over 20 years of technical experience ranging from small engines to High voltage battery packs, and diagnostics. I am self-motivated hands on learner that enjoys working on a team. I have a strong passion for anything on wheels from Harley Davidson's to Hummer EV's Driven High Voltage Diagnostic Technician with expertise in advanced troubleshooting, electrical diagnostics, and system testing. Proven ability to mentor technicians and collaborate effectively with engineering teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
High Voltage Diagnostic Technician
General Motors, GM
11.2021 - Current
- Do High Voltage battery diagnostics on RESS packs taking INCA logs and communicating with the pack to have a better understanding what is going on inside RESS.
- 2 meter warranty RESS packs to determine ISO values for SAFE tear down procedures
- Come up with new diagnostic testing procedures to aid in trouble shooting Low voltage harness issues, to BDU leaking test equipment.
- Mentored new technicians on troubleshooting techniques and best practices for diagnostics.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to improve diagnostic processes
- Led cross-functional team meetings to discuss diagnostics findings of some RESS packs
Labor Time Technician for General Motors
General Motors Co
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Would disassembly engines and transmissions to validate service procedures in and out of the vehicle
- Prepared and setup new vehicle job sites for mechanical service procedure validation
- Physically validated and created labor time guides for General Motors service procedures
- Part of the T1 Labor Time Optimization Project, focusing on L84/L87/L3B Powertrain Repair
Service Technician
Motor City Harley Davidson
02.2015 - 09.2020
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Would build engines and upgrade transmissions in Harley builds
- Diagnosed and troubleshot customers concerns, repaired and restored machines to peak performance.
- Motorcycle dynamometer operator responsible for performance upgrades including powertrain calibrations.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Worked directly with the customers to explain and outline diagnostic repair findings and explain service options
Service Technician
Shiawassee Harley Davidson
03.2012 - 05.2015
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Performance and factory specification engine rebuilding
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot customers concerns, repaired and restored machines to peak performance
- Motorcycle dynamometer operator responsible for performance upgrades including powertrain calibration
- Trained new technicians on repair protocols and safety procedures, fostering skill development within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goodrich High School
Goodrich, MIHigh School Diploma -
American Motorcycle Institute
Daytona Beach, FLSkills
- Mechanical tools
- Vehicle inspection
- System testing
- Electrical diagnostics
- Diagnostic equipment operation
- Technical aptitude
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Timeline
High Voltage Diagnostic Technician
General Motors, GM
11.2021 - Current
Labor Time Technician for General Motors
General Motors Co
11.2020 - 11.2021
Service Technician
Motor City Harley Davidson
02.2015 - 09.2020
Service Technician
Shiawassee Harley Davidson
03.2012 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Goodrich High School
High School Diploma -
American Motorcycle Institute