1. LEVI LONGCORE
ALICE TX 78332
361­701­3485
Thelegacy_361@yahoo.com
Seek the Challenging Position of Diesel Mechanic
A Diesel Mechanic with 4yrs experience in performing journey­level mechanical repair and
maintenance on 18wheelers, trucks and other diesel or gas­powered mechanical or automotive
equipment; maintain, repair or replace various systems and components, including electrical,
brakes, transmissions, differentials, steering and cooling systems.
Summary of Qualifications
More than 4 years experience.Great knowledge of principles of gasoline and diesel­powered
internal combustion engines Deep knowledge of methods, tools, equipment and materials used
in journey­level repair and maintenance of motorized equipment. Extensive knowledge of air
and hydraulic brake systems and components.Remarkable knowledge of operation and use of
electrical testing equipment, lathes, milling machines, tire changer and balancer, and welding
equipment.Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.Profound
knowledge of proper lifting techniques.Uncommon ability to diagnose mechanical
difficulties.Strong ability to operate shop equipment and tools including electronic testing
equipment, welders and lathes.Profound ability to make major and minor repairs to a variety of
automatic equipment.In­depth ability to estimate labor and cost of materials for repairs as
needed.Immense ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.Great ability to lift
heavy objects.Proven ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices.Considerable
ability to maintain routine records related to work performed.Excellent ability to work
cooperatively with others.
Carrying out preventive maintenance services and inspections.Dismantling vehicles using hoists
and hand tools to gain access to and remove defective parts. Removing and attaching vehicle
parts. Keeping mechanical equipment in good working order and in presentable
condition.Changing vehicle tyres. Inspecting used parts to ascertain is they can be used again.
Lubricating and cleaning parts. Welding broken parts to vehicles.Cleaning the work area on a
daily basis.Performing safety inspections on equipment.Driving trucks in and out of the garage
before and after repairs.Carrying out visual inspections.Greasing mechanical parts. Developing
and maintaining positive relationships with customers.Conducting safety checks on
vehicles.Checking a vehicle fluids, oil level, windshield wiper and antifreeze.Reading and
comprehending instruction repair manuals and diagnostic charts.

2. Professional Experience
San antonio tx
Weatherford ( 2011­2015 ) layoff
Diesel Mechanic 1. Perform skilled mechanical repair and maintenance on 18wheelers and
other diesel or gas­powered mechanical or automotive equipment to maintain in a safe and
proper operating condition.Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects in 18 wheelers, trucks,
automobiles, backhoes, mowers, tractors and other mechanical equipment.Perform road tests
to diagnose needed repairs and to test completed repairs. Perform complete overhauls on
transmissions, differentials and clutch systems; repair or remove and replace rear end and front
end systems in buses and other vehicles.Perform complete overhauls on hydraulic air brake
systems; repair and adjust air and hydraulic brakes; design and install high­pressure hoses for
hydraulic brakes, power steering, air lines and oil pressure hoses.Tune, repair and rebuild diesel
and gas engines; disassemble motors and repair and replace parts; recondition and adjust
ignition and carburetor systems; service and maintain fuel and cooling systems.Align wheels,
make body and fender repairs and perform minor sanding and painting of buses as needed;
operate wire and gas welding equipment to repair and fabricate metal parts.Repair electrical
systems in vehicles; install and repair generators, starters, lighting systems, buzzers, warning
devices and wiring; inspect, repair and replace wheel bearings, fuel pumps, water pumps and
injector pumps; inspect, clean and replace air and fuel filters.Grind valves and perform welding;
make parts on lathe and mill; rebuild equipment as needed.Operate electronic testing
equipment and other hand and power tools; operate a tire changer, wheel balancer and flywheel
surface machine.Replace or repair windows, doors, emergency exits, floors and seats on buses
and vehicles.Communicate with vendors to obtain required parts and supplies; drive to vendors
and other locations to pick up and deliver parts, equipment and vehicles.Maintain records of
repairs, parts used and names of suppliers; prepare and maintain records of work orders and
work performed. Steam clean engines and transmissions; maintain the garage area in a clean,
orderly and safe working condition.Respond to emergency road service calls and perform
repairs as needed.Perform lubrication, oil changes, battery maintenance, tire changes and
repairs, and servicing of equipment.Perform related duties as assigned.
Diesel Mechanic 2. Performed routine safety and preventative maintenance
inspections.Troubleshot, repaired and replaced needed parts.Diagnosed electrical problems;
installed and repaired electrical components and wiring.Repaired and replaced rear ends, drive
lines, wheel bearings, and steering components.Inspected, tested, adjusted, repaired, and
replaced integral parts of vehicle engine, carburetor, alternator, water pump, and
transmissions.Repaired hydraulic components, power steering, brakes, pneumatic components,
and air conditioners where applicable.Repaired various systems, to include engine
retarders,and wipers.Repaired and balanced tires.Performed minor body work such as glass
replacement and welding.Made emergency repairs and service calls in the field as
necessary.Performed routine services such as change oil and filter; grease and lubricate,
change belts; and replace lights.Performed general cleaning duties of vehicles and work

3. areas.Recorded all time spent and parts used on appropriate forms.
High School Diploma (2010)