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BRAD JOHNSON

Peoria

Summary

Technician and Military Veteran leveraging proven experience with maintaining and repairing vehicles and equipment combined with years in construction and welding. Inspected, diagnosed, repaired, and maintained 500 vehicles in a dynamic, fast-paced environment supporting military operations. Demonstrated welding proficiency in fabricating custom gates and constructing frames. Possess extensive knowledge in workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and reading blueprints and technical manuals. Career supported by completion of Automotive and Motorcycle Mechanics training programs.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Very punctual and eager to be better each day.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Diesel Mechanic

John Deere
10.2022 - 12.2024
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Conducted routine maintenance to extend lifespan of heavy-duty vehicles.

Welder/fitter

CAT Work Tools
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Welded in flat, horizontal positions using 3/32 wire
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment.
  • Assembled parts directly from blueprints.

Welder/ Fitter

Schuff Steel
09.2019 - 02.2022
  • Welded in flat, horizontal
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility using 3/32 Flux Core Welding
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and other tools to move beams and columns into position to be welded or to be picked up and ready to be shipped.

Welder

Schuff Steel
02.2019 - 05.2019
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility welding Flux Core.
  • Welded beams directly from blueprints.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and tools to move beams into positions to be welded.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.

Welder

Wildeck West
07.2018 - 02.2019

Assembled and welded rolling ladders and rolling work platforms for customers needs.


  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.

Welder/ Fabricator

Spilled Fabrication
10.2017 - 07.2018

Welder/Installer

Elontec/Tera Staffing
04.2017 - 10.2017

Laborer

Johns Manville
01.2016 - 01.2017

Equipment Operator

Mid Kansas Co-Op
01.2015 - 01.2016

Mechanic

Hometown Tire & Turf
01.2014 - 01.2015

Tire Technician

Discount Tire
01.2013 - 01.2014

Welder

Designer Gates/McQuay’s International
01.2012 - 12.2012

Line Operator

Central Plastics
01.2011 - 01.2012

Laborer

BRB Contractors
01.2010 - 01.2011

Construction Lead

Cleary Building Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2010

Automotive Maintenance Technician

United States Marine Corps
01.2001 - 01.2005

Education

Welding Course -

Hutchison Community College
Hutchison, KS

Motorcycle Technician Certificate -

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI)
Phoenix, AZ
01.2014

Basic Diesel Mechanic -

United States Marine Corps
Camp Johnson, NC
01.2002

Skills

  • Welding/Fabrication
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Diagnostic Equipment
  • Troubleshooting/Repair
  • Policy Implementation
  • Technical Manuals
  • Communication
  • Blueprints/Diagrams

Certification

  • Suzuki FAST Bronze Certification, 300
  • Yamaha YamaPro YTA Bronze Technician Certification, 300
  • Kawasaki K-Tech Specialist, 300
  • Honda HonTech, 600

Timeline

Diesel Mechanic

John Deere
10.2022 - 12.2024

Welder/fitter

CAT Work Tools
04.2022 - 10.2022

Welder/ Fitter

Schuff Steel
09.2019 - 02.2022

Welder

Schuff Steel
02.2019 - 05.2019

Welder

Wildeck West
07.2018 - 02.2019

Welder/ Fabricator

Spilled Fabrication
10.2017 - 07.2018

Welder/Installer

Elontec/Tera Staffing
04.2017 - 10.2017

Laborer

Johns Manville
01.2016 - 01.2017

Equipment Operator

Mid Kansas Co-Op
01.2015 - 01.2016

Mechanic

Hometown Tire & Turf
01.2014 - 01.2015

Tire Technician

Discount Tire
01.2013 - 01.2014

Welder

Designer Gates/McQuay’s International
01.2012 - 12.2012

Line Operator

Central Plastics
01.2011 - 01.2012

Laborer

BRB Contractors
01.2010 - 01.2011

Construction Lead

Cleary Building Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2010

Automotive Maintenance Technician

United States Marine Corps
01.2001 - 01.2005

Motorcycle Technician Certificate -

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI)

Welding Course -

Hutchison Community College

Basic Diesel Mechanic -

United States Marine Corps
BRAD JOHNSON