Charles Samuel
845-239-8830
Summary
Adept Technical Inspector and Diesel Mechanic with a proven track record at V2X, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to enhancing maintenance protocols. Skilled in troubleshooting and quality control, complemented by strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills. Achieved significant improvements in equipment serviceability and maintenance efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Inspector QC (maintenance)
V2X
01.2024 - Current
- Troubleshoots problems/incidents, validates all repair actions, performs initial, in progress and final inspections, performs service/repair road test as required.
- Examines parts and components for conformance to equipment specification to determine serviceability; serviceable, unserviceable-reparable, unserviceable non-repairable, affixing completed appropriate form/tag for disposition; return to stock, route to appropriate shop for repair and/or turn-in.
- Reviews maintenance source documents, inspection records, notes recurring discrepancies or trends and initiates appropriate action.
- Initiates and reviews quality deficiency reports, technical deficiency reports and hazardous material reports, ensuring that they are accurate, clear, concise and comprehensive. Classifies equipment for disposal IAW Army regulations and verify equipment condition codes.
- Performs assessments and submits required ECOD paperwork and findings.
- Determines type and quantity of material, and orders material required to perform repair or fabrication IAW customer work request. Initiate, submit, and follow up on work orders for deadline equipment.
- Ensures quality control of all processes and corrective action is taken when necessary.
- Performs audits and inspections of work centers and ongoing maintenance actions, procedures, equipment and facilities.
- Perform testing and certification of equipment and material during Load Testing Process.
- Proficient in proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and waste.
- Conducts Actual Cost of Damages (ACOD), Estimated Cost of Damages (ECOD), and Estimated Cost of Repairs (ECOR). Conduct Tests on Serviced, Repaired and Overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency before returning to customer.
- Follow and encourage all personnel to adhere to all safety rules and regulations.(JESA)
Track Equipment Maintainer (TEM)
MTA New York City Transit Authority
08.2015 - 12.2024
- Inspect, test, maintain, alter, repair and operate electromechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
- On call 24/7 emergency calls of subway stations via(flooding, snow storm) service and repair de-icer trains, wastewater pumps, sewage pumps, reciprocal and/or centrifugal pumps.
- Maintenance and repair of New York City Transit railroad tracks (high voltage) subway system.
- Keep records, make computations, prepare reports of findings from preventative maintenance checks of lube houses, manifolds, applicators.
- Drive work truck to and from work sites for emergency calls, service and repair of equipment, PMCS, replenish parts/inventory.
- Maintain, repair cranes, tampers, compressors, front end loaders, engines and motors, rail saws, chain saws, tractors, forklifts, conveyors, track lubricators, ballast regulators, and snow blowers.
- Rebuild, fabricate machine/shop equipment such as tubing, clamps, hoses, pumps, applicators etc.
- Ensure work team has proper Flagging (safe distances) is set before work, during and pickup.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Diesel Mechanic
NICE BUS COMPANY (Nassau Inner County Express)
02.2015 - 08.2015
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services ( i.e. oil changes, lubrications, tune ups).
- Replaced or repaired damaged and malfunctioning parts after full inspection.
- Performed road test drives to be assured that vehicles are working properly or to determine any anomalies.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced A/C, heating, engine, steering and suspension, electrical components.
- Responded to routine service calls concerning inoperable equipment.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Diesel Mechanic
First Vehicle Services
10.2014 - 02.2015
- Diagnose, service and repair various systems of heavy/light equipment such as mechanical, electronic controls ECM, air brakes system, transmissions, high voltage generators, powered equipment, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on various recreational park equipment, including but not limited to material spreader, sweeper, ATV, van, light to medium pickup trucks, dump bodies, snow plows, crawler tractors, skidders, excavators, garbage trucks, mowers, centrifugal / rotary pumps, wastewater pumps.
- Performed routine maintenance checks and adjustments on fluids levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, filters and clutches.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Diesel Mechanic
Garda World Cash Logistics
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Required to travel and service vehicle as needed.
- Repair and do preventative maintenance on Ford F800, F650 super duty, and light trucks.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions on vehicles to determine root causes of problem(s).
- Disassemble and reassemble intricate machinery to factory standards.
- Utilize hand power tools to complete repairs, maintenance, overhauls and installations.
- Maintain repair order, parts usage and other required paperwork.
- Weld, braze, cut, and drill steel on all metals.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Diesel Mechanic
Atlantic Express
11.2005 - 12.2013
- Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, belts, hoses, steering and suspension systems, spark/glow plugs, brake and fuel systems, and other potentially troublesome areas.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers performance specifications.
- Respond to routine service calls for inoperable equipment.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations.
- Prepare repair orders, parts usage and other require paperwork.
- Prepare and assist NY State Licensed Inspectors with vehicle Inspections.
- Take NY State Licensed Inspectors on brake/road test to determine equipment performance.
Education
Certificate Master Truck & Diesel Technician - Diesel Mechanic
New York Automotive & Diesel Institute (NYADI)
Queens, NY09-2005
Skills
- Technical Inspector (maintenance) Quality Control, Quality Assurance
- Diesel Mechanic Certificate
- Acquired Hard and Soft Interpersonal Skills
- Team Oriented / Goal Oriented
- GCSS Army Certificate
- Mechanically Inclined (diesel pumps, wastewater pumps, power plant equipment)
- Introduction to Maximo
- Inventory Control
- Job Safety Analysis Course Certificate
- Master Driver Certificate
- CDL A License
Timeline
Technical Inspector QC (maintenance)
V2X
01.2024 - Current
Track Equipment Maintainer (TEM)
MTA New York City Transit Authority
08.2015 - 12.2024
Diesel Mechanic
NICE BUS COMPANY (Nassau Inner County Express)
02.2015 - 08.2015
Diesel Mechanic
First Vehicle Services
10.2014 - 02.2015
Diesel Mechanic
Garda World Cash Logistics
02.2014 - 01.2015
Diesel Mechanic
Atlantic Express
11.2005 - 12.2013
Certificate Master Truck & Diesel Technician - Diesel Mechanic
New York Automotive & Diesel Institute (NYADI)
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