Lucas Jenkins
Nashville
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Lakeside Diesal
Sherrills Ford
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines and related systems.
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
- Repaired fuel systems, brakes, and electrical components on diesel vehicles.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair tasks efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all repair activities.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Worked with a team of mechanics to complete projects efficiently within time limits.
Lead Welder
Areotek
Sherrills Ford
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily welding operations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Trained junior welders on equipment and best practices for quality work.
- Inspected welds for defects and ensured compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools for optimal performance and safety.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize production timelines.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to understand project specifications and requirements.
- Developed and implemented process improvements for welding techniques.
- Ensured proper documentation of welding procedures and safety protocols.
- Supervised other welders in the shop to ensure quality standards were met.
- Utilized various tools such as grinders, saws, drills and measuring devices during fabrication process.
- Trained new employees in the use of welding equipment and techniques according to company policies.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
Education
Diesel
Nashville Auto-diesel College
Nashville, TN 01.2026 - 01.2026
West Rowan High School
Mount Ulla, NCSkills
- Diesel engine diagnostics
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Mechanical repair
- Welding techniques
- Parts ordering
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Powertrain systems
- Steering systems
- Transmission service
- Time management
- Job site safety
- Problem-solving
- System troubleshooting
- Diesel engine repair
- Customer service
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Diesel
Nashville Auto-diesel College
01.2026 - 01.2026
Diesel Mechanic
Lakeside Diesal
10.2024 - 01.2026
Lead Welder
Areotek
04.2022 - 02.2023
West Rowan High School