James Bennett
Williamston
Summary
Skilled Lead Diesel Mechanic with background in overseeing repair and maintenance operations for diesel engine vehicles. Known for troubleshooting complex mechanical issues, maintaining high-quality standards and training junior mechanics. Strengths include sound knowledge of industry tools, equipment and regulations, coupled with leadership skills to effectively manage team tasks and ensure operational efficiency. Previous role involved streamlining workflow processes, improving productivity by reducing downtime.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1982
1982
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Diesel Mechanic
Acme Precision Diesel
Greer
09.2019 - Current
Shop foreman, diagnose issues, order necessary parts for repairs, work with less experienced techs to teach them. Test drive equipment when finished. Deal with customers as to what is wrong and estimate to repair.
- Supervise a team of mechanics working on diesel engine projects or repairs.
- Monitor performance of completed repairs to ensure quality standards are met.
- Responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing all types of diesel engines and related components.
- Analyze data collected during tests to diagnose problems accurately.
- Maintain accurate records of all repair work performed in accordance with company policy.
Shop Foreman
Palmetto transportation division
Roebuck
11.2011 - 09.2019
Lead technician, maintained a fleet of 40 trucks and 200 trailers. Responsible for all maintenance records and dot audits
Education
Air Brake Training
Bendix
Cleveland, OH 11.2016 - 11.2016
Ultrashift Class
Eaton Transmission
Greenville, SC 09.2014 - 09.2014
Faith Christian Svhool
Hendersonville , NCSkills
- Diesel engine repair
- Diagnostics expertise
- Parts ordering
- Equipment maintenance
- Have driven for 28 years as an owner operator before going back to being a mechanic
Timeline
Lead Diesel Mechanic
Acme Precision Diesel
09.2019 - Current
Air Brake Training
Bendix
11.2016 - 11.2016
Ultrashift Class
Eaton Transmission
09.2014 - 09.2014
Shop Foreman
Palmetto transportation division
11.2011 - 09.2019
Faith Christian Svhool
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