Trenton Hinson
Marshville
Summary
Professional mechanic with hands-on experience in diesel engine maintenance and repair. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance. Strong collaboration with team members to ensure efficient operations and adapt to changing needs. Known for reliability, technical expertise, and achieving results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic A
Union Power Cooperative
09.2015 - Current
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshooting and diagnosing problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Maintain a fleet of 200 pieces of equipment
- Perform service and repairs to aerial devices
- Weld and fabricate as needed to equipment and special projects
- Mounted and balance tires on small and large fleet
- Performed repairs on hydraulics and build hoses
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
Diesel Technician
Carolina CAT
12.2005 - 09.2015
- Troubleshooting systems, tracing problems and diagnosing root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Supported fleet operations with dependable on-site troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair services for diesel-powered vehicles.
- Delivered reliable repair services by consistently adhering to manufacturer specifications during all maintenance activities.
- Refined diagnostic skills across various diesel engine models, ensuring accurate identification of underlying issues for targeted repairs.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Performed engine overhauls.
- Quoted jobs for customer and informed of repairs that was needed.
Education
No Degree - Heavy Equipment And Transport Technologies
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NCVarious Locations
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy equipment repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Engine repair
- Diesel engine repair
- Teaching fellow employees
- Maintaining proper work flow through shop
- Documenting work
2007 Carolina CAT Technician of the Year
I was picked top technician out of the entire company
Certification
ASE Master Certified Technician with L2 Cert
***expired in 2019***
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic A
Union Power Cooperative
09.2015 - Current
Diesel Technician
Carolina CAT
12.2005 - 09.2015
No Degree - Heavy Equipment And Transport Technologies
Central Piedmont Community College
Various Locations
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