Shelton Lawler
Knoxville
Summary
Eager diesel technician with experience in trucks and equipment seeking position and opportunity to work while continuing to learn all aspects of this industry in diesel proformance and mechanics.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment/Agricultural Mechanic
Kodak Tractor and Equipment LLC
06.2020 - 01.2026
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in agricultural equipment using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on tractors, harvesters, and tillage equipment.
- Led a team in overhauling engines to improve performance and reliability of machinery.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in equipment repair operations.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime of agricultural machinery.
- Collaborated with parts suppliers to ensure timely availability of essential components for repairs.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies by sourcing alternative parts suppliers without compromising quality or performance standards.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules proactively to minimize overlap between tasks and optimize resource allocation within the workshop environment.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to resolve challenging repair situations, improving overall team efficiency.
- Provided emergency support during peak harvest times, minimizing disruption to vital farming operations.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for diagnosing and repairing common equipment issues, increasing overall team skill level.
- Improved equipment functionality by troubleshooting and repairing various agricultural machinery.
Furniture Delivery Driver
Lawler Design Studio, Inc.
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Completed on-time deliveries In NC, TN, and FL.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage.
Stock Manager and Logistics
A+ Liquidation
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Supervised stock management, including examining incoming inventory, merchandising shelves and preventing shrinkage.
- Ran fork lift and drove delivery truck with trailer.
Diesel Technician
World Wide Equipment
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors.
- Documented findings and all actions taken and discussed with clients.
- Performed preventative maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems Including brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines and ordered parts.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, and tire pressure.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges.
- Operated wide variety of equipment including fork lift, drills, grinders, and impacts.
On Call Diesel Technician
Sunset Towing
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of equipment and hydraulic systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Farm School
05.2019
Skills
- Inspection procedures
- Organization and cleaning
- Overhauling engines
- Chassis understanding
- Preventive maintenance
- Brake systems
- Transmissions
- Fuel injection systems
- Engine repair
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Personal Information
Title: Diesel Technician
Timeline
Heavy Equipment/Agricultural Mechanic
Kodak Tractor and Equipment LLC
06.2020 - 01.2026
Diesel Technician
World Wide Equipment
08.2019 - 11.2019
Stock Manager and Logistics
A+ Liquidation
11.2018 - 12.2019
Furniture Delivery Driver
Lawler Design Studio, Inc.
10.2018 - 10.2020
On Call Diesel Technician
Sunset Towing
01.2017 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
The Farm School