Michael Smith
Atwater
Summary
Hardworking and resourceful mechanical professional with over 20 years of experience, specializing in repairing engines and drivetrains. Restore functionality by examining all systems and components, identifying problems and completing skilled repairs. Trained in disassembling, repairing and reassembling wide range of equipment and vehicles.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
14111
14111
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Minnesota Department of Transportation
Willmar
10.2021 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy equipment for state transportation projects.
- Repaired hydraulic systems to ensure optimal performance of machinery.
- Maintained safety standards while performing equipment inspections and servicing.
- Fabrication of tools and equipment for the safety and function of maintenance operations.
- Perform Dot inspections for the safety of highway equipment.
Diesel Technician
Nelson International
Willmar
01.2010 - Current
- Perform DOT inspections.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Diagnose malfunctions with inspections, computer-assisted diagnostics and test drives.
- Repair engine components by replacing parts or completing full overhaul.
- Replace brakes, adjust and/or replace clutch assembly and inspect drive line.
- Inspect and diagnose electrical issues and wiring.
- Diagnose and repair a/c systems
- Replace transmissions and differentials
- Diagnose and repair semi trailer brakes and ABS system
- Trained junior team members and mentored on important procedures.
- Developed solid relationships with staff, customers, and vendors.
- Performed welded repairs on steel frames and other misc. steel parts
- Cleaned and painted steel frames.
- Wash and detail trucks
Diesel Technician
PT Mac
Bird Island
07.2009 - 01.2010
- Perform repairs on customers trucks.
- Perform farmhand help for harvest
- Install electric tarp systems
- Perform DOT inspections
Mason and Tender
Midwest Masonry
Hartford
10.2007 - 07.2009
- Repaired surfaces by removing and replacing damaged pieces.
- Prepared materials for installation by making accurate cuts with manual and power cutters.
- Perform masonry duties such as installing block, brick and stone.
Truck Driver, Owner / Operator
Self Employed - Leased to Kottke Trucking
Litchfield
10.2006 - 10.2007
- Maintained detailed paperwork and logs, including customer records and DOT-required documentation.
- Drove interstate routes, picking up and delivering diverse loads.
Auto Technician
Consumers Coop
Litchfield
03.1997 - 10.2006
- Perform DOT inspections.
- Performed automotive maintenance and repair work such as oil changes, brake inspections, and battery checks.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating, engine cooling, and electrical systems.
Education
Diploma -
Buffalo Lake - Hector High School
HectorISLG Natural Gas Certification -
Cummins
ChicagoA/C Certified -
HVAC
ChicagoNavistar Body Controller Certified -
Navistar Diamond Logic Builder
Fargo, NDCummins x15 repair and diagnosis certifications -
Cummins
White Bear Lake, MNRidgewater college
Willmar, MNFirefighter I / Firefighter II / HAZMAT Operations
Ridgewater college
Willmar, MNSkills
- Engine Diagnostics and Repair
- Routine maintenance
- Engine overhaul
- Time management
- Detail oriented
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Class A cdl License
- Steel metal Welding
- Light fabrications
- Machine operator
- Lathe operation
- Flywheel grinder operation
- Operate acetylene torch
- Operate plasma cutter
- Tanker endorsement
- Firefighter
- Trailer repair
- Diesel Technician
Certification
- ISLG Natural Gas Certification, Cummins, Chicago, IL, 10/2015
- A/C Certified, HVAC, Chicago, IL, 04/2017
- Navistar Body Controller Certified, Navistar Diamond Logic Builder, Fargo, ND, 08/2018
- Cummins x15 repair and diagnosis certifications, Cummins, White Bear Lake, MN, 02/2021
- CPR Certified, Ridgewater college, Willmar, MN, 09/2020
- Firefighter I / Firefighter II / HAZMAT Operations, Ridgewater college, Willmar, MN, 04/2019
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Minnesota Department of Transportation
10.2021 - Current
Diesel Technician
Nelson International
01.2010 - Current
Diesel Technician
PT Mac
07.2009 - 01.2010
Mason and Tender
Midwest Masonry
10.2007 - 07.2009
Truck Driver, Owner / Operator
Self Employed - Leased to Kottke Trucking
10.2006 - 10.2007
Auto Technician
Consumers Coop
03.1997 - 10.2006
Diploma -
Buffalo Lake - Hector High School
ISLG Natural Gas Certification -
Cummins
A/C Certified -
HVAC
Navistar Body Controller Certified -
Navistar Diamond Logic Builder
Cummins x15 repair and diagnosis certifications -
Cummins
Ridgewater college
Firefighter I / Firefighter II / HAZMAT Operations
Ridgewater college