Steven Horton
Columbia
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with a proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Strategic thinker with hands-on experience delivering impactful solutions to enhance organizational performance. Consistently achieves goals and drives business growth through effective problem-solving and collaboration. Adapts to changing priorities and leverages strong communication skills to build relationships and drive results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Blanchard Machinery Company
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Collaborated with a team of mechanics to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems and devise appropriate repair strategies.
- Exhibited adaptability by working on various types of heavy equipment including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and cranes.
- Leveraged diagnostic tools such as multimeters and pressure gauges to accurately identify malfunctions in electrical systems.
- Increased customer satisfaction through timely completion of repair projects while adhering to high-quality workmanship standards.
- Facilitated team collaboration in troubleshooting challenging mechanical issues, fostering culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Forestry First
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Repaired and replaced engine parts such as pistons, cylinders and liners to restore function.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Upheld safety standards by meticulously following industry guidelines for equipment handling, maintenance, and repair procedures.
- Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
- Fabricated and installed custom parts and components to meet specific equipment needs.
Line tech
Midlands Honda
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Perform multi-point inspections
- Oversee requisition of parts
- Perform diagnostics and repairs as necessary
- Documented all operations and managed communication with team members.
- Ensured workplace safety by adhering to company policies and industry regulations while performing tasks.
- Inspected all products for quality and optimum performance.
- Bolstered team productivity levels by consistently meeting deadlines while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Reduced errors with thorough quality assurance checks during assembly operations.
Lead Technician
NTB
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Perform diagnostics and communicate issues to customer
- Provide supervision to express technicians to ensure work is completed safely and properly
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Recognized as a top performer among peers due to outstanding productivity levels and commitment to excellence.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Optimized workflow for enhanced productivity by streamlining processes and providing technical guidance to team members.
- Monitored and enforced safety measures to mitigate hazards.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged skill development and knowledge sharing.
Service Tech
NTB
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Perform basic services on customer vehicles
- Communicate with customer on spotted issues while servicing their vehicle
- Maintain shop cleanliness.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Effectively communicated technical information to non-technical clients, ensuring proper understanding and utilization of equipment features.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient service for various technical issues.
- Consistently met project deadlines under pressure situations while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
- Trained junior technicians in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
Education
GED -
Lugoff Elgin Highschool
Lugoff, SC05-2017
Automotive Technology - Automotive Engineering
ATEC
Camden, SC01.2017
Skills
- Automotive service
- Express service
- Main shop service
- Diagnostic technician
- Safety processes
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy equipment diagnostics
- Electrical work
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting skills
- Welding and fabrication
- Diesel engine repair
- Brake system maintenance
- Effective communication skills
- Parts replacement
- Hydraulic systems expertise
- Computer diagnostics
- Equipment dismantling
- Steering mechanism service
- Performance improvement
- Undercarriage maintenance
- Exhaust system repair
- Cooling system service
- Drive shaft service
- Final drive maintenance
- Machine operation
- Test equipment
- Air conditioning repair
- Suspension systems
- Sales transactions
- Schedule coordination
- Order preparation
- Customer service
- Cost estimates
- Customer service expertise
- Invoice verification
- Effective writing
- Automotive industry experience
- Strong organization
- Processing warranties
- Communicating with clients
- Appointment scheduling
- Customer needs assessments
- Technician tracking
- Service upsells
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer relations
- Computer skills
- Product knowledge
- Service standard compliance
- Excavator operation
- Skid steer operation
- Loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- Bulldozer operation
- Environmental awareness
- Compactor operation
- Grader operation
- Telescopic handler operation
- Crane operation
- Paving equipment operation
- Drilling equipment operation
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving
- Tools and equipment maintenance
- Multitasking
- Dependable and consistent
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Achieved budget exceeding results through effectively helping with customer understanding while guiding junior technicians through repair processes.
Certification
- [609 refrigerant handling] [ASE] - [2019]
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Blanchard Machinery Company
05.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Forestry First
05.2023 - 05.2024
Line tech
Midlands Honda
10.2021 - 05.2023
Lead Technician
NTB
01.2019 - 09.2021
Service Tech
NTB
06.2018 - 01.2019
GED -
Lugoff Elgin Highschool
Automotive Technology - Automotive Engineering
ATEC
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