1. NORMAN JAMES GERSTNER
603 Westmeadow Drive, Cleburne Texas 817.933.7709
LinkedIn URL jim.gerstner@outlook.com
SENIO R CO M PRESSO R M ECHANIC
An accomplished professionalwith experience in presenting and delivering mechanical solutions and services
in the technical field. Possessed a strong knowledge of new compressor technologies and comprehensive
mechanical, diagnostic, and analyticalskills. Ability to use a variety of hand tools, machine tools, and precision
measuring instruments required. Communicated with people outside the organization, represent the
organization to customers’, public and government and to other external sources. Able to formulate short and
long-term strategies, communicate values, and drive critical decisions in order to meet or exceed stated
objectives of the organization. Committed to building internal teams through the exchange of knowledge,
experience, and goal sharing to optimize strategies and drive results.
Areas of Expertise
 Repair & Maintenance
 Customer Services
 Strategic Planning/Analysis
 Industry Networking
 Training & Development
 Competitive Intelligence
 Installation & Troubleshoot
 Communications Abilities
 Mechanical Knowledge
 Negotiations Skills
 Truck & Auto Repair
 Problem Solver
Professional Experience
MIDCON COMPRESSION, CLEBURNE TEXAS 2006 – 2016
LEAD COMPRESSOR MECHANIC
 Developed and implemented training programs and policies, which helped in increasing the efficiency and
effectivenessof the employees. Executed policesfor employees and they achieved the resultsas required.
 Accurately and efficiently diagnosed and repaired mechanical problems on multiple compressor systems.
 Competently led overhaul crew, which consist of repair and maintenance; deliver the overhaul of natural
gas engines and troubleshoot the electrical problems in compressor.
 Successfully delivered and conveyed the preventative and corrective field mechanical services on gas
compression and process equipment on site at the clients’ locations.
 Installed, performed preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and overhaul various types of compressors
following manufacturer's instructions and/or company polices.
ROCKYS TRUCK & AUTO REPAIR, FORT WORTH TEXAS 1996 – 2006
LEAD MECHANIC
 Diligently provided maintenance to all phases of medium duty truck and auto repair, which included
equipment troubleshooting, installation/removal and repairing.
 Inspected equipment by checking bearing clearances rotor conditions, etc. Disassembled repairs and
reassembled components and equipment to ensure proper alignment, balance and tolerances.
Education & Training
High School Diploma West High School (Torrance CA.), 68-72
Cat 1 Cat 2 Cat Adam 3 Cat 3500 ULB Cat 3600 Master Mechanic Waukesha Get Waukesha VHP Gemini
Field Training Ariel Field Training Ariel Technical School Failure Analysis 1&2 Murphy Panels Altronic
Panels IADC RIGPASS 30 Hour OSHA Safety Training1