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Roman Pierce

Shiloh

Summary

Accomplished Diesel Mechanic with extensive experience at Freightliner Trucks, specializing in diesel engine repair and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance engine performance and reduce downtime through effective diagnostics and teamwork. Skilled in brake systems and safety management, ensuring compliance with industry standards while optimizing vehicle functionality.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Diesel Mechanic

Bi- State Development
11.2012 - Current
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
  • Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
  • Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.

Diesel Mechanic

Freightliner Trucks; A Division of Daimler Trucks USA
01.2010 - 11.2012
  • Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
  • Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
  • Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance.
  • Guaranteed adherence to environmental standards by properly disposing of hazardous waste materials generated during repairs.
  • Increased fuel efficiency through the optimization of diesel engines and emissions systems.
  • Preserved fleet longevity through comprehensive overhauls of aging equipment as needed.
  • Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
  • Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.

Diesel Mechanic

Waste Managment
08.2008 - 01.2010
  • Reduced downtime for vehicles by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues in a timely manner.
  • Ensured safety compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal regulations related to diesel mechanics.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills, teamwork abilities, and effective communication among colleagues and supervisors alike.
  • Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
  • Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
  • Minimized costly breakdowns through proactive preventative maintenance measures on heavy equipment and vehicles.
  • Enhanced engine performance by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on diesel engines.

Education

Certificate -

Lincoln College of Technology
Indiana IL
05-2008

Althoff Catholic High School
Belleville, IL
05-2006

Skills

  • Oil changes
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Diesel engine repair
  • Engine repair
  • Brake systems
  • Fuel injection systems
  • Engine diagnostics
  • Auto and engine repair
  • Transmissions
  • Suspension systems
  • Steering systems
  • Safety management
  • Battery maintenance

Timeline

Diesel Mechanic

Bi- State Development
11.2012 - Current

Diesel Mechanic

Freightliner Trucks; A Division of Daimler Trucks USA
01.2010 - 11.2012

Diesel Mechanic

Waste Managment
08.2008 - 01.2010

Certificate -

Lincoln College of Technology

Althoff Catholic High School
Roman Pierce