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Ethan Brooks

Diesel Mechanic
Houston, TX, United States

Professional Summary

Mid-career Diesel Mechanic with 8 years of experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy-duty diesel engines and fleet equipment. Proven record improving fleet uptime through disciplined preventive maintenance, accurate electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting, and efficient turnaround. Strong working knowledge of DOT compliance, safety procedures, and documentation for commercial vehicles.

Employment History

Lead Diesel Mechanic
Gulf Coast Fleet Services · Houston, TX
2021 · Present
• Lead maintenance and repair for a 120-unit mixed fleet of Class 8 tractors, trailers, and vocational trucks, sustaining 96% fleet uptime. • Diagnose Cummins, Detroit Diesel, and PACCAR engines using OEM software, electrical test equipment, and systematic root-cause analysis. • Cut average unscheduled-repair turnaround 22% by standardizing inspections, parts staging, and repair documentation. • Perform DOT inspections and corrective work while maintaining OSHA-aligned shop safety and accurate service records. • Coach four technicians on preventive maintenance, hydraulics, air systems, and safe lockout/tagout procedures.
Diesel Technician
Houston Heavy Truck Repair · Houston, TX
2018 · 2021
• Serviced and repaired 70+ heavy trucks weekly, completing preventive maintenance and repairs to manufacturer specifications. • Troubleshot engine performance, aftertreatment, air brakes, charging systems, and multiplex electrical faults with 95% first-time diagnostic accuracy. • Improved preventive-maintenance completion rate from 82% to 94% through inspection checklists and fleet-manager communication. • Rebuilt hydraulic components and replaced fuel, cooling, and exhaust-system parts while meeting documented quality standards.
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
Lone Star Transit Depot · Houston, TX
2016 · 2018
• Supported senior mechanics maintaining a 45-bus transit fleet, completing inspections, lubrication, and scheduled service safely and on time. • Learned diesel engine, brake, suspension, HVAC, and electrical diagnostics while reducing repeat defects through careful repair verification. • Completed 25–30 preventive-maintenance work orders per week and maintained clear parts and service documentation. • Assisted with roadside breakdown response and returned vehicles to service within established safety and reliability procedures.

Education

Diesel Technology Certificate; ASE Certified Medium/Heavy Truck
Houston Community College — Automotive Technology · Houston, TX
2015 · 2016
Completed hands-on coursework in diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brake systems, and fleet preventive maintenance. ASE certifications: T2 Diesel Engines, T3 Drive Train, T4 Brakes, T5 Suspension and Steering.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics
Cummins engines
Hydraulics
Electrical systems