KEITH PALMER

Experience

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  KBR, Inc.

  Feb 2009 - Feb 2010

  DIESEL TECHNICAIN

  • Manager an eight person team of mechanics; issuing, overseeing and insuring that work was performed to factor specifications• Responsible for performing on-site and remote location troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing of buses, semi-trucks and trailers, forklifts and generators up to 10kw.• Stripped down engines, transmissions, axles, and hub assemblies and rebuilt to factory specifications for all previously stated vehicle• Effectively utilized company proprietary diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and repair vehicle electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems• Maintained strong channels of communication with customers which allowed for a complete product upon completion of assigned tasks• Performed logistic operations that included sorting, categorizing, verifying serviceability, packaging and disposition of items Show less

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  ManTech

  Mar 2010 - Sept 2014

  Mechanical Technician

  • Responsible for troubleshooting, servicing and repairing Buffalo’s, RG-31’s, Husky’s and JERRV’s while working under harsh conditions• Replaced Caterpillar and Cummins engines, Alison transmission, Axle Tech independent and straight axle suspensions, alternators, starters, and other parts• Assessed, stripped and rebuild battle damaged vehicles under harsh conditions with little supervision• Executes required preventive maintenance procedures (BDAR processing)• Utilized Cat ET, Cummins institute, Allison Doc, OneTool, Mercedes Mindiag 2, and WABCO diagnostic tools to reconfigure engines and transmission for optimal performance Show less

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  United Site Services

  May 2015 - Apr 2016

  Diesel Technician
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  ManTech

  Jun 2016 - Sept 2020

  Shop Foreman/Heavy Wheel Mechanic

  Shop Foreman - AfghanistanResponsible for day-to-day coordination and administration of tasks by ensuring quality and productivity standards are maintained while meeting client schedules. Coordinates with other contract and subcontract personnel to ensure work moves smoothly from one functional area to another. Works with project manager and/or client to prepare work schedules and man-hour estimates. Ensures proper training of subordinates. Maintains record of changes in instructions and ensures all team members are informed of changes. Assigns and reviews subordinates’ performance. Prepares performance evaluations. Ensures completion of administrative reporting, e.g., timecards, daily statistics, logs, and task narratives. Responds to client requests and questions. Assists with writing manuals and other documentation. Responsible for status and task management reports for area of responsibility.• Responsible for troubleshooting, servicing and repairing Buffalo’s, RG-31’s, Husky’s and JERRV’s while working under harsh conditions• Replaced Caterpillar and Cummins engines, Alison transmission, Axle Tech independent and straight axle suspensions, alternators, starters, and other parts• Assessed, stripped and rebuild battle damaged vehicles under harsh conditions with little supervision• Executes required preventive maintenance procedures (BDAR processing)• Utilized Cat ET, Cummins institute, Allison Doc, OneTool, Mercedes Mindiag 2, and WABCO diagnostic tools to reconfigure engines and transmission for optimal performance Show less

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  Palmer Transportation & Services

  Sept 2020 - May 2022

  Owner Operator
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  ManTech

  Apr 2022 - now

  Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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