Ty Nelson
Lanesboro
Summary
Dynamic Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with the Wisconsin Army National Guard, skilled in diesel engine repair and parts inventory management. Achieved increased unit readiness through effective troubleshooting and prompt repairs. Demonstrated strong teamwork and communication while collaborating on complex vehicle repairs, ensuring mission success under challenging conditions. As a Noncommissioned Officer I was in charge of 14 men and well over 1 Million dollars worth of equipment and under my supervision none of my men sustained serious injury and all equipment remained accounted for and properly maintained.
Highly reliable team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving results. Punctuality is a high priority of mine as well as respect and integrity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
Wisconsin Army National Guard
03.2021 - 02.2025
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle repairs and parts inventory, streamlining the ordering process for replacement components.
- Ensured mission success by maintaining and repairing critical support vehicles such as ambulances, cargo trucks, and fuel tankers.
- Sustained vehicle functionality during missions by performing field expedient repairs under challenging conditions.
- Increased unit readiness by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical issues promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the recovery of damaged or disabled vehicles during training exercises and missions, minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to complete complex repairs, improving teamwork and communication within the unit.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
Wisconsin Army National Guard
12.2016 - 03.2021
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle repairs and parts inventory, streamlining the ordering process for replacement components.
- Ensured mission success by maintaining and repairing critical support vehicles such as ambulances, cargo trucks, and fuel tankers.
- Sustained vehicle functionality during missions by performing field expedient repairs under challenging conditions.
- Increased unit readiness by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical issues promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the recovery of damaged or disabled vehicles during training exercises and missions, minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to complete complex repairs, improving teamwork and communication within the unit.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Maintenance
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI05-2023
Skills
- Preventive maintenance checks
- Vehicle inspection procedures
- Diesel engine repair
- Shop safety practices
- Electrical system troubleshooting
- Diagnostic equipment usage
- Technical manual interpretation
- Welding and fabrication
- Parts inventory management
- System diagnosis
- Hoist and crane operations
Affiliations
- American Legion
- Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS)
Certification
- Wisconsin Driver's License
- OSHA Certified
- EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Timeline
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
Wisconsin Army National Guard
03.2021 - 02.2025
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
Wisconsin Army National Guard
12.2016 - 03.2021
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Maintenance
Chippewa Valley Technical College
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