Darian Vanella

• Diagnosed heavy vehicle faults using diagnostic scanners and workshop testing equipment.
• Repaired engines, brakes, transmissions, and suspension systems on trucks and trailers.
• Serviced diesel vehicles with oil changes, filters, fluids, and routine inspections.
• Addressed emergency breakdowns after-hours, restoring vehicle operation and minimizing disruption.
• Replaced worn parts using hand tools, lifts, and torque equipment.
• Inspected trailers for safety issues, leaks, and roadworthy compliance at repair bays.
• Completed roadside breakdown repairs for fleet trucks and commercial trailers.
• Recorded repair work and parts use in workshop job cards and service logs.
• Collaborated with Southwest Truck and Trailer Repairs technicians to resolve complex faults and execute repairs.
• Diagnosed problems using testing equipment, technical knowledge, and hand instruments.
• Tested completed repairs for proper performance and road tested vehicles.
• Repaired hydraulic systems by replacing seals, hoses, valves, pumps and cylinders.
• Installed accessories including radios, lights and other electrical devices.
• Utilized computer diagnostic scanners to identify any issues with the vehicle's engine system.
• Adjusted equipment and repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
• Inspected, diagnosed, and serviced mechanical systems such as brakes, transmissions, engines, and steering components.
• Conducted routine inspections of vehicles to detect potential problems before they occurred.
• Performed regular maintenance and repairs on heavy vehicles to ensure safe operation.
• Assessed equipment to determine cause of issue or malfunction and identified appropriate repairs.
• Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
• Worked in shop and at customer locations to handle heavy equipment repair, maintenance and commissioning needs.
• Dismantled heavy equipment to locate and accurately diagnose mechanical defects.
• Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
• Performed preventive maintenance on a wide variety of automotive, road construction and other heavy equipment.
• Performed gas electrical welding to repair heavy equipment in the field.
• Trained junior mechanics on proper maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
• Welded broken parts and fabricated new components as needed for equipment repair.
• Coordinated with vendors and manufacturers for warranty repairs and technical support.
• Utilized diagnostic software to identify issues and adjust settings for optimal machinery performance.
• Optimized fuel and energy consumption of heavy machinery through targeted maintenance interventions.
• Delivered on-site emergency repair services, effectively reducing operational downtime.

• Maintained workshop health and safety standards to ensure a safe working environment
• Assisted tradesmen with various tasks to support efficient workflow
• Sorted and arranged parts for various tasks in the workshop

• Assisted electricians with maintenance tasks at electrical energy facilities.
• Prepared tools, cables, and parts for daily electrical work.
• Installed conduit and wiring under senior tradesman direction.
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Filled out required permits to conduct hot works or ewp work

Carried out ewp work

• Followed safety procedures during electrical repairs and site work.
• Ensured that all safety protocols were followed onsite at all times.
• Organized materials, ladders, and supplies for electrical energy crews.
• Operated wide range of hand and power tools safely, properly and efficiently.
• Cleaned work areas after installations and maintenance tasks.
• Carried out internal and external grouting
• Installed smart poles
• Installed out reaches and pe cells
• Loaded and unloaded material from trucks when necessary.
• Carried out required work on various projects

Performed basic carpentry duties such as cutting and measuring lumber.