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Adam Fowler

Thomasville

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Machine diagnostics
  • Welding techniques
  • Parts ordering

Summary

Experienced Field Mechanic with extensive background fixing hydraulics, braking systems and diesel engines. Focused individual offering over 36 years of expertise in repairing and correcting issues with heavy-duty equipment.

Dependable employee diagnoses and repairs various heavy-duty equipment types and models. Performs thorough preventative maintenance and identifies opportunities for productivity improvements.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

United Rentals
Greensboro, NC
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
  • Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
  • Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
  • Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
  • Repaired and replaced engine parts such as pistons, cylinders and liners to restore function.
  • Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
  • Restored and modified equipment using welding and metal fabrication techniques.
  • Selected hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments according to task requirements.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
  • Fabricated and installed custom parts and components to meet specific equipment needs.
  • Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.

Mechanic

Adam's Quality Auto Repair
Oceanisle, NC
07.2020 - 01.2024
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • 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.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.

mechanic

Beach Ryder Amusement Park
Myrtle Beach, SC
10.2016 - 07.2020
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance for Park Rides and with the speed boats.
  • Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.

Mechanic

Adam's Equipment Repair
Thomasville, NC
06.2009 - 09.2016
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
  • Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
  • Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
  • Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • 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.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Mobilift of Burlington
High Point, NC
04.1989 - 12.2008
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as fork lifts.
  • Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.
  • Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
  • Repaired machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.
  • Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.

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