Marshall Finch
Mount Gambier,Australia
Summary
Detail-oriented Diesel Mechanic experienced as fleet mechanic for large logistics company. Consistently completes scheduled maintenance accurately and efficiently. Dedicated to keeping team members safe and vehicles operating in peak performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Qube Forestry
Mount Gambier, SA
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct routine inspections to identify potential mechanical issues before breakdowns occur.
- Conduct routine service intervals to keep long preservation of driveline components, keep "wear and tear" to a minimum while at work
- Remove and replace hydraulic hoses, seals and other failing or damaged hydraulic components
- Remove and rebuild grapple, boom and other related components with replacement bushes, pins, shims to refurbish the main structured components
- Reseal hydraulic rams and cylinders, from tilt rams, lift rams, steering rams. All torn down, re-sealed and bench tested for leaks or cracks in barrels. Replacement bearings fitted.
- Replacement of excavator rollers, tracks and pins as routine preventative/scheduled maintenance.
- Servicing and repairs on light vehicles, ute's, and smaller machinery
- Servicing and repairs to all trucks and trailers in fleet, from A service checks through to C service oil changes.
- Trailer repairs, re-lines, brake replacements, air system diagnostics
- Breakdown repairs on trucks, trailers to unsure its ability to safely return back to work out in the field
Diesel Mechanic
K&S Freighters
Mount Gambier, SA
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Disassemble and reassemble of driveline components
- Preventative servicing and maintenance on trucks, combi-lift, forklifts and work vehicles
- Repairs to engine, gearbox and differentials, braking and steering parts
- Replacement and repair to air suspension, air over hydraulic brakes and air assisted operation systems
- General servicing and repairs on flat top, fridge van, taught liner trailers
- Repairing of fuel delivery pumps, tanks and systems for fuel trucks and trailers (K&S Fuels)
- Installation of work lights, park brake alarms, driving lights and replacement of general lighting on both trucks and trailers
- Complete overhaul and reline of brakes, bearings, s-cams, tri-function bushes, shock absorbers
- Replacement of electrical lighting, side markers, taillights
- Installation of GPS tracking systems in trailers
- Installation of PTO hydraulic systems and repairs to components
- Teardown and assembly of engine, gearbox and differential internals
- Rebuilding and adjusting of different turntables (Jost, ballrace)
- Building hydraulic hoses and lines to replace worn hoses
- Fabrication and welding of components, brackets, mounts and pipework for various equipment and machines
- Replacement of tail-shaft yoke seals, yoke nut, universal joints and centre bearing
- Fault finding issues using Inktest, Patrick, Inway computer software and Snap on
Hydraulic / Diesel Mechanic
SE Forest & Hydraulic services
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Dismantling forestry machine components to remove broken parts
- Testing of hydraulic pumps and lines to ensure seals and motor are in working
- Testing of the electrical side and making sure all wires are properly connected and correct for running procedures
- Job Trial/ Work Experience
Education
Primary School - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
TAFE SA
SA12-2022
High School - undefined
Grant High School
01-2017
Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
TAFE SA
SA12-2022
Skills
- Welding and fabrication
- MIG welding
- Industrial machinery repair
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Job site safety
- Verbal and written communication
- Mechanical aptitude
- Forklift operation
- Routine maintenance
- Hand and power tool operation
- Hydraulic repair
Certification
- Work Safely at Heights License - Issued 04/07/2023
- High Risk Work License (DG, LF) - Issued 06/06/2025
- Elevated Work Platform License (SL, TL) - Issued 18/02/2025
- Scissor Lift and Trailer Lift License - Issued 18/02/2025
- Forklift License - Issued 06/06/2025
- Drivers License (C R)
- First Aid Training - Issued 29/08/2025
Interests
Leisure - Spending time with family and friends, Hobbies - Competition drifting, restoring and working on my cars, dirt bikes, Other - Adventuring, outdoors and traveling, camping
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Qube Forestry
08.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
K&S Freighters
03.2020 - 08.2022
Hydraulic / Diesel Mechanic
SE Forest & Hydraulic services
01.2020 - 03.2020
High School - undefined
Grant High School
Primary School - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
TAFE SA
Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
TAFE SA