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Omar Haddad

Diesel Mechanic
Detroit, MI, United States

Professional Summary

Diesel Mechanic with 8+ years of experience keeping heavy-duty trucks, fleet vehicles, and industrial equipment safe, reliable, and productive. Skilled in electronic diagnostics, preventative maintenance, hydraulics, and complex engine repair, with a record of reducing repeat breakdowns and returning assets to service quickly. Known for disciplined documentation, safety-first workmanship, and calm troubleshooting under pressure.

Employment History

Diesel Mechanic
Great Lakes Fleet Services · Detroit, MI
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, fuel systems, aftertreatment, transmissions, and electrical faults across a 120-vehicle commercial fleet. • Complete preventive maintenance and DOT inspections, cutting unscheduled roadside breakdowns by 22% in the first year. • Troubleshoot hydraulic lifts and air-brake systems with OEM scan tools; document findings and parts usage in fleet work orders. • Coach two junior technicians on lockout/tagout, torque procedures, and safe return-to-service checks.
Diesel Technician / Mechanic
Motor City Truck & Trailer · Detroit, MI
• Serviced Class 7–8 tractors, trailers, and vocational trucks; completed 35–45 repair orders monthly while meeting quality targets. • Used Cummins INSITE, Detroit DiagnosticLink, and electrical schematics to isolate intermittent engine, sensor, and charging faults. • Rebuilt air compressors, replaced clutches and wheel-end components, and calibrated brake systems with zero preventable comebacks for 18 months. • Supported peak-season dispatch by prioritizing safety-critical repairs and communicating clear ETAs to fleet customers.
Diesel Mechanic Apprentice
Detroit Diesel Training Institute · Detroit, MI
• Completed a 1,200-hour hands-on apprenticeship covering diesel engine overhaul, hydraulics, air systems, welding, and shop math. • Assisted senior mechanics with inspections, oil analysis, cooling-system repairs, and scheduled service on municipal and vocational vehicles. • Earned consistently clean safety audits by following PPE, spill-control, lifting, and hazardous-material procedures. • Built foundational troubleshooting skills through supervised use of multimeters, pressure gauges, and manufacturer service manuals.

Education

Diesel Technology Diploma; ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck certifications
Detroit Diesel Training Institute · Detroit, MI
ASE T2 Diesel Engines, T4 Brakes, T5 Suspension & Steering, T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems; OSHA 10-Hour Safety; CDL Class A with air-brake endorsement.

Skills

Diesel engine diagnostics
Preventative maintenance