Technician Lead, Fleet Maintenance Resume Travis Powers Technician Lead, Fleet Maintenance (502) 555-7314 travis.powers@example.com linkedin.com/example/travispowers Louisville, KY 40202 STRENGTHS Shop Coordination Balanced preventive service, inspections, urgent repairs, and technician coverage so freight equipment kept moving safely. Diagnostic Judgment Traced air brake, electrical, HVAC, cooling, suspension, and drivetrain faults until repair decisions became clear. Compliance Focus Used FMCSA qualifications and DOT, EPA, and OSHA requirements to protect roadworthiness and team safety. Practical Coaching Shared safe access, tool use, and defect escalation guidance until newer technicians worked with greater confidence. Parts Planning Coordinated suppliers before teardown, reducing stalled repairs and giving technicians a smoother path through complex work. SKILLS Diesel Maintenance Fleet Repairs Brake Inspection Vehicle Inspection Forklift Repair Trailer Repair Parts Ordering Vendor Management Technician Supervision Hostler Operation DOT Compliance EPA Compliance OSHA Safety Computer Skills Welding LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Intermediate 20 MY CAREER 11.1 Years Lead Fleet Technician at RiverCity Fleet Maintenance (4.8 Years) Senior Diesel Technician at Bluegrass Transport Services (2.6 Years) Fleet Technician at Derby Fleet Solutions (2.7 Years) Diesel Technician at Hoosier Heavy Truck Service (1.1 Years) SUMMARY Lead diesel and fleet technician with 11 years supporting Class 7 and 8 tractors, trailers, forklifts, and shop equipment in demanding transportation operations. Directs daily assignments, technician coverage, training, parts ordering, vendor coordination, inspections, repairs, and safe equipment release. Performs advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, component repairs, rebuilds, brake inspections, vehicle inspections, and approved welding across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, suspension, drivetrain, and trailer systems. Holds ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck certification, FMCSA Sections 396.25 and 396.19 qualifications, EPA Section 609 credentials, and a valid driver’s license . Applies DOT, EPA, OSHA, manufacturer schedules, computerized maintenance records , and practical coaching to support dependable freight movement. Ready for afternoon, night, weekend, and varied weather operations, with a steady focus on safe execution and fleet availability. EXPERIENCE Lead Fleet Technician RiverCity Fleet Maintenance January 2022 - Present Louisville, KY Lead daily shop operations for an active freight fleet, assigning technicians, coordinating coverage, supporting training, ordering parts, managing vendors, and approving safe return of tractors, trailers, forklifts, and related equipment. Assigned technicians across Class 7 tractors , trailers, forklifts , inspections, and urgent repairs. Coached technicians on diagnostics, manufacturer schedules, safe access, and compliance practices. Ordered brake, suspension, HVAC, electrical, drivetrain, and trailer parts through vendor relationships . Performed advanced repairs and rebuilds, then verified DOT, EPA, and OSHA requirements. Completed FMCSA brake and vehicle inspections under Sections 396.25 and 396.19. Moved trailers with hostlers across varied weather conditions , reinforcing safe yard positioning. Senior Diesel Technician Bluegrass Transport Services May 2019 - December 2021 Lexington, KY Supported multi shift fleet maintenance for heavy duty tractors and trailing equipment , combining diagnostics, scheduled service, welding, forklift repairs, documentation, and technician mentoring for time sensitive freight operations. Diagnosed air brake, electrical, cooling, HVAC, suspension, and drivetrain faults using service information. Completed preventive maintenance and adjustments according to manufacturer schedules and shop procedures. Repaired trailer systems and forklifts with MIG, ARC, and Oxy Acetylene welding. Mentored newer technicians on lifting, vehicle access, brake inspections , tools, and defect escalation. Coordinated parts suppliers and shift leads before complex repairs entered teardown. Documented inspection findings and repair actions for maintenance history and compliance review. Fleet Technician Derby Fleet Solutions August 2016 - April 2019 Elizabethtown, KY Maintained diesel tractors , trailers, forklifts, and material handling equipment, using manufacturer procedures, diagnostic tools, maintenance records, and safe access practices to support commercial fleet serviceability. Inspected brakes, tires, lighting, coupling equipment, suspension , and fluid systems for defects. Repaired mechanical and electrical components using manuals, diagnostic tools, and computer records. Supported forklift maintenance and trailer repairs across hydraulic , electrical, structural, and rolling systems. Serviced vehicles in, on, and under equipment while following safe access practices. Recorded completed work, open defects, and parts needs for supervisor visibility. Diesel Technician Hoosier Heavy Truck Service June 2015 - July 2016 Indianapolis, IN Built foundational heavy duty service capability after diesel technician training , performing scheduled maintenance, component installation, computer documentation, welding, waste handling, and safe shop support. Performed oil services, filter changes, lubrication, brake adjustments, and tire inspections . Supported brake, cooling, electrical, exhaust, and suspension component installation projects. Reviewed service information and recorded repair steps through shop computer systems. Practiced approved MIG and Oxy Acetylene welding under experienced technician guidance. Maintained safe work areas while following DOT , EPA, and OSHA procedures. Documented parts consumed and maintenance actions for accurate service records. PROJECTS Fleet Safety Inspection Program 2024 Created a practical inspection workflow linking FMCSA brake and vehicle qualifications with repair documentation, defect escalation, and safe equipment release. Clear records helped technicians focus on roadworthiness and helped supervisors see unresolved work sooner. Shop Parts Coordination Workflow 2023 Improved daily parts coordination across brake, suspension, HVAC, electrical, drivetrain, and trailer repairs. Supplier communication and advance planning helped technicians begin complex work with needed components available. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician certification recognized advanced diagnostic and repair capability in 2023. Selected for lead fleet technician responsibility after consistent performance across inspections, repairs, scheduling, and technician support. Trusted by shop teams to coach safe equipment access, brake inspection practices, and defect escalation. EDUCATION Diploma in Diesel Technology Lincoln College of Technology GPA: 3.5 2015 Indianapolis, IN Coursework: Diesel engine service, heavy truck systems, brake systems, electrical diagnostics CERTIFICATIONS ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician, T Series 2023 EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Certification 2020 FMCSA Brake Inspector Qualification, Section 396.25 2023 FMCSA Vehicle Inspector Qualification, Section 396.19 2023 TECHNICAL SKILLS Diesel Equipment: Class 7 tractors, Class 8 tractors, diesel engines Fleet Maintenance: Preventive maintenance, scheduled service, component repair Brake Systems: Air brakes, brake adjustments, FMCSA Section 396.25 Vehicle Inspections: FMCSA Section 396.19, defect documentation, roadworthiness Trailer Systems: Trailing equipment, coupling systems, trailer repairs Forklift Systems: Forklift repair, hydraulic systems, material handling equipment Diagnostics: Electrical diagnostics, HVAC diagnostics, drivetrain diagnostics Welding Methods: MIG welding, ARC welding, Oxy Acetylene welding Compliance Standards: DOT requirements, EPA requirements, OSHA requirements Maintenance Records: Computerized maintenance records, service histories, repair documentation Shop Operations: Technician scheduling, training coordination, vendor management Yard Equipment: Hostler operation, trailer movement, equipment positioning SKILLS Diesel Maintenance Fleet Repairs Brake Inspection Vehicle Inspection Forklift Repair Trailer Repair Parts Ordering Vendor Management Technician Supervision Hostler Operation DOT Compliance EPA Compliance OSHA Safety Computer Skills Welding PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS ASE professional certification community, Medium/Heavy Truck series. Fleet maintenance and transportation safety professional network. LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Intermediate) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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