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Winnemucca, Nv, Us

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States

Support engineers in testing vehicles and parts/components, performing configuration changes and repairs of vehicles and test stands, and following appropriate engineering procedures, standards, and specifications. Provide support in the fabrication and assembly of vehicles and related systems/sub-systems. Validate new product designs as part of new product development as well as resolve issues on sustaining products. Conduct testing of prototypes and current products to determine capabilities of vehicles/systems and conformance to specifications and/or regulations in partnership with engineers and senior level technicians.Test and record data using operational knowledge of vehicle systems (electrical pneumatic, hydraulic) using manual entry and data acquisition. Troubleshoot systems, perform basic failure analysis and follow detailed test procedures.Assemble, disassemble, and fabricate complex/customized parts, mechanical structures and test stands/fixtures in partnership with engineers and senior level technicians.Maintain a safe work environment, adhere to all safety procedures during all aspects of job performance which includes regular exposure to personal and physical hazards.Operate heavy equipment/machinery or drive vehicles as required for the purposes of testing or material handling.Determine appropriate test instruments for product testing.Plan and schedule daily activities to complete assignments in their order of priority to make effective use of time and ensure projects are being completed within identified timeline.Communicate effectively and work cross functionally to resolve technical problems including the ability to provide constructive feedback to all levels of the organization. Interpret and execute written/verbal directions and instructions.

Repairing/rebuilding and/or servicing numerous Heavy, Medium and Light vehicles for customers. Installing work beds and accessories on new/used chasis trucks. Accessories included PTOs, welders, compressors, cranes, fuel tanks, pumps, lights, ect.

Johnstown, Colorado, United States

Perform diagnostic tasks in order to properly source parts and accurately repair heavy equipment and vehicles, including but not limited to diesel trucks, trailers, ready mix trucks, rollers, pavers, loaders, backhoes, skid steers, etc.Clean, lubricate, and perform preventative maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools, as needed.Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, repairing and replacing damaged or worn parts as necessary. Troubleshoot, diagnose and rewire electrical systems.Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer’s specifications.Research, order, and maintain the inventory of parts for service and repairs.Complete work orders, part requests, time cards, logs, pre-trip/post-trip inspections, etc.Make service calls and roadside repairs as needed.

Henderson, Co.

Maintain assigned equipment according to the pertinent maintenance program and compliant with the reliability centered maintenance strategy through adherence to the Computerized Maintenance Management System and standard work.Adhere to transactional discipline within Technology Lifecycle Management (TLM) business systems to record materials and supplies, labor costs and equipment maintenance performance history such as movements, work orders, parts used and time to maintain.Comply with TLM Product Line standards.Participate in the continuous improvement culture, initiatives and improvement plans within the company to improve asset utilization and cost of service delivery (CoSD).Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve asset turnaround time, which includes reducing downtime due to maintenance, parts and return authorization numbers, failures, and work-in-process.Support continuous improvement efforts to improve the efficiency and productivity of Maintenance Technicians.Implement CoSD projects, such as the planned repair and reuse of parts.Participate in failure investigations as assigned.Comply with the TLM Competency Management System.

Denver, Co.

Contracted under Caterpillar. Tasked to repair and maintain electric/gas/diesel/propane forklifts made by Caterpillar, Crown, and Raymond. Maintained lead acid batteries for fleet. Tasked to perform all building maintenance in a large distribution center setting.

Killeen, Elpaso, Texas

Create and manage service schedules. Order repair and service parts for numerous types of military vehicles. Manage people to meet repair and service schedule deadlines. Maintain multiple mobile maintenance shops and recovery vehicles to ensure maximum fleet mobility in the field.Repair and replace damaged or worn parts. Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects. Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer's specifications.Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles. Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency. Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.Use ARC and MIG welding equipment. Use cutting equipment, Oxyacetylene and Plasma. Use sheet metal to fabricate or repair parts and equipment.Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repair parts, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices. Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.Use all PPE inherent to metal fabrication and heavy equipment environment.