Steve Alvey
Louisville
Summary
Lead Mechanic with extensive experience in operating and maintaining heavy machinery, skilled in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical systems. Demonstrated ability to perform routine preventative maintenance, including oil changes and lubrication, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in welding fabrication and the use of diagnostic tools to troubleshoot complex issues, contributing to efficient repair processes. Maintained accurate records of repairs and assisted in purchasing decisions for equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mechanic
Falco Drilling Co.
Louisville
11.2024 - Current
- Operated various types of construction equipment in order to determine necessary repairs or modifications needed.
- Reviewed technical manuals in order to remain current with changing technology.
- Fabricated replacement parts when needed with a variety of tools.
- Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery.
- Provided input into purchasing decisions for new or replacement equipment.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
- Welded broken parts and structural members as required.
- Ordered necessary parts from suppliers in order to complete repairs quickly.
- Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
- Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
- Welded broken parts and fabricated new components as needed for equipment repair.
Field Service Technician
MH Equipment Co
Louisville
05.2015 - 11.2024
- Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
- Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
- Repaired malfunctioning components of off-road vehicles, including engines, transmissions, brakes, and steering systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, such as changing oil and filters, lubricating parts, and checking fluid levels.
- Assisted in the assembly of large machines by aligning parts and connecting power sources.
- Maintained a clean workspace in accordance with safety regulations by disposing of hazardous materials properly.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems using diagnostic tools such as multi-meters and pressure gauges.
- Operated mobile cranes or forklifts safely when moving heavy objects or lifting them into place during repairs.
- Installed new components according to manufacturer's specifications to ensure optimal performance.
Service Technician
Diesel Injection Service Co
Louisville
08.2010 - 04.2015
- Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
- Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dial and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments, such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
- Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
- Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors.
- Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
- Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units.
- Specialize repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.
- Rebuild gas or diesel engines.
- Inspect, test, and overhaul fuel injection pumps of various brands to include Bosch, Stanadyne, Roosa Master, and Delphi.
- Inspect, test, and overhaul various brands of turbochargers to include Garrett, Holset, and Schwitzer.
- Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
- Diagnose and repair vehicle heating and cooling systems.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
- Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Bullitt High School
Shepherdsville, KY06.2010
Skills
- Suspension
- Transmissions
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Brake Repair
- Flexibility
- Team Work
- Problem-solving
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Field Service
- Automotive Repair
- Welding fabrication
- Microsoft Office
Additional Information
Skilled with today's technology including computers, scan tools, and more., Ability to learn quickly, along with the will to constantly learn new information., Excellent people skills., Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook programs.
Assessments
Basic mechanical knowledge, Expert, 06/21, Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes
Timeline
Lead Mechanic
Falco Drilling Co.
11.2024 - Current
Field Service Technician
MH Equipment Co
05.2015 - 11.2024
Service Technician
Diesel Injection Service Co
08.2010 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
North Bullitt High School