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Joel Thomas

Southaven

Summary

Self-motivated and self-taught individual that can repair or service most types of equipment. Twenty five years of solving problems. Troubleshooting engines, electrical and hydraulics. Created great relationships with customers through communication and trust.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Global Vehicle Technician/Tug Shop

FedEX Express
06.2023 - Current
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or broken parts with new and refurbished components.

Senior Global Vehicle Technician/Loader Shop

FedEx Express
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed scheduled P.M.s.
  • Inspect and replace worn parts to maintain operational readiness.



Owner

The Mobile Onsite Equipment Repair Company
05.2006 - 08.2023
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Repair and rebuild gasoline, diesel, and LP gas engines.
  • Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and electrical systems.
  • Control inventory.
  • Time and territory management.
  • Equipment examples: forklifts, manlifts, generators, backhoes, bobcats.
  • Sell and maintain Preventative Maintenance programs.
  • Would sub-contract to dealers and solve issues


Service Technician

Tennant Company
12.1996 - 05.2006
  • The position was mobile service. All repairs and PMs were performed on site.
  • Serviced warehouse scrubbers and sweepers. The equipment was either hydraulic propelled or electric. Inspect and repair energy sources for the machines such as gas, diesel, LP engines; as well as battery powered equipment.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems.
  • Solved all issues involving mechanics of the machine to the operator.
  • Tasked with inventory control.
  • Excelled at time and territory management.

Job Site Manager

Industrial Applications
02.1993 - 12.1996
  • Organized equipment and material for travel to job site.
  • Manage travel and accomodations.
  • Prep and install industrial floors such as urethane and epoxy.
  • Insure quality and fiscal responsibility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Culver-Stockton College
Canton, MO
11.1992

High School Diploma -

Southaven High School
Southaven, MS
05.1988

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Industry Expertise
  • Technical comprehension
  • Can read wiring schematics
  • Can read hydraulic schematics
  • Mig and stick welding
  • Troubleshooter
  • Common Sense

Timeline

Senior Global Vehicle Technician/Tug Shop

FedEX Express
06.2023 - Current

Senior Global Vehicle Technician/Loader Shop

FedEx Express
03.2023 - 06.2023

Owner

The Mobile Onsite Equipment Repair Company
05.2006 - 08.2023

Service Technician

Tennant Company
12.1996 - 05.2006

Job Site Manager

Industrial Applications
02.1993 - 12.1996

Bachelor of Science - Education

Culver-Stockton College

High School Diploma -

Southaven High School
Joel Thomas