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David Church

@davidchurch

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Skilled vehicle mechanic and certified welder with strong hands-on military maintenance experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking a hands-on maintenance or mechanic role where I can apply welding and diesel skills, work independently or in teams, and solve practical problems in a dependable, safety-focused environment.

I am a mechanically focused professional with extensive hands-on experience maintaining and repairing wheeled vehicles in demanding environments. My background includes Army vehicle maintenance, diesel engine work, transmissions, hydraulics, and fabrication skills honed under field conditions.

Before and during my service I developed welding and fabrication expertise through vocational training and civilian work, holding active welding certification and an air conditioning certification. I adapt quickly, work long hours, and have a proven track record of troubleshooting and repairing equipment under pressure.

I value practical problem solving and reliability, and I am seeking a role where I can apply my mechanical, welding, and maintenance skills to keep equipment operational and improve uptime.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

U.S. Army

Jul 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 5 months)

Maintained and repaired military wheeled vehicles across diverse environments, improving fleet readiness through rapid diagnostics and hands-on repairs during deployments; honorably discharged after contract completion.

Automotive Repair Vehicle maintenance Troubleshooting Military Experience

Welder/Fabricator

East Manufacturing

Aug 2019 - Dec 2019 (4 months)

Performed welding and metal fabrication tasks to produce and repair components, leveraging formal trade training and certification to ensure code-compliant welds.

Welding Fabrication Metalworking Shop Safety Certification Bench Fitting

Ticket Seller

Barons Bus Lines

Oct 2018 - May 2019 (7 months)

Handled ticket sales and customer transactions at a service window, maintaining accurate cash handling and providing customer support during peak hours.

Customer Service Cash Handling Point of Sale Communication Time Management Attention To Detail

Landscaper

Naturescape

May 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year 4 months)

Performed residential landscaping tasks including planting, lawn care, and property maintenance, delivering reliable outdoor upkeep across multiple clients.

Landscaping Lawn Maintenance Physical Stamina Time Management

Grill Cook

McDonald's

Apr 2016 - Aug 2018 (2 years 4 months)

Prepared cooked menu items and maintained kitchen station cleanliness while meeting food safety standards and high-volume service demands during shift work.

Food Preparation Food Safety Time Management Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Minerva High School

High School Diploma, General Studies

2016 - 2019

Activities and societies: Attended R.G. Drage Career Tech Center for 2 years (welding trade) while in high school; held multiple part-time jobs during junior and senior years.

Earned a high school diploma from Minerva High School, completing secondary education in May 2019.