Kyle DeHayes
Graniteville
Summary
Dynamic mechanic with extensive experience at the Department of Defense, excelling in systems troubleshooting and equipment maintenance. Proven track record in team leadership and effective communication, ensuring high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction. Adept at managing inventory and driving project success through self-motivation and attention to detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Department Of Defense
Augusta
12.2017 - Current
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Attended and completed the 88th RD inspector course.
- Attended and completed the 88th RD power generation course.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- In-processed work orders in GCSS army as well as order and issue parts to work orders.
- Sent up the perstat for employee accountability.
- Utilized FAAST so that I could create new SDT's for turn in parts.
- Maintained all the shops electronics to ensure they are operating properly and so that they don't fall off ARNET.
- Input all the mechanics daily time in GCSS army.
- Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
- Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
- Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
- Overseen 10 personnel while in-processing and checking out approximately 1500 soldiers in 72 hours.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army Reserve
Augusta
12.2016 - Current
- Troubleshot vehicle faults and successfully operated heavy diesel equipment such as wreckers and cranes.
- Assessed vehicles to identify degree of malfunction or damage.
- Performed semi-annual and annual unscheduled services on vehicles and generators.
- Inspected completed repairs to check for accuracy and functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Broke down complex mechanical information into simpler parts for individuals with little or no understanding of system operations.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Coordinated and oversaw vehicle modification process.
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
American Public University
Charles Town, WV04-2026
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American Public University
Charles Town, WV12.2024
High School Diploma -
Midland Valley High School
Graniteville, SC06.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Self-Motivated
- Team building
- Data Entry
- Attention to Detail
- Team Leadership
- Inventory Management
- Equipment maintenance
- Recordkeeping
- Drive train systems
- Project management
- Customer service
- Vehicle inspection
- Systems troubleshooting
- Electrical systems
- Heavy equipment repair
- Workplace safety
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Training programs
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Mechanic
Department Of Defense
12.2017 - Current
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army Reserve
12.2016 - Current
BBA - Business Administration
American Public University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American Public University
High School Diploma -
Midland Valley High School