Ethan Hewitt

Dedicated Heavy Equipment Technician with extensive experience in maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of various heavy material handling and military vehicles. Skilled in diagnosing diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical faults, ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Completed a Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician qualification and holds relevant certifications.

Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality workmanship, positioned to contribute effectively to any dynamic engineering environment.

Heavy Equipment Technician at Heavy Duty Forklifts (2025-08 – Present)

• Executed maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy material handling equipment, including forklifts, reach-stackers, and terminal/port tractors.
• Diagnosed and rectified issues in diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, AdBlue systems, braking components, and electrical systems.
• Conducted pre-delivery inspections (PDI), ensuring machinery was operational prior to customer dispatch.
• Implemented modifications to machinery to meet customer specifications, including adapting load handling systems for various attachments.
• Upheld stringent standards of workmanship, safety, and documentation in accordance with company protocols.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic at Amentum (2023-07 – 2025-08)

• Performed Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on U.S. Army wheeled vehicles, including HMMWVs, LMTVs, FMTVs, JLTVs, and MRAPs.
• Evaluated vehicles for leaks, cracks, damage, or missing components; tested lights, brakes, steering, controls, and safety features to ensure mission readiness.
• Accurately documented faults on a 5988-E form.
• Executed -20 level repairs, troubleshooting, and, when necessary, -30 level repairs.
• Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines, transmissions, braking systems, suspension components, and electrical faults using technical manuals and diagnostic tools such as IADS software, DATS-I, and SOLUS PRO.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and military maintenance protocols as per Technical Manuals (TM) and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Vehicle Technician Apprentice at Babcock International (2020-06 – 2023-07)

Completed a fully qualified apprenticeship in vehicle technology, specialising in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of British Army armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs), including Challenger 2 main battle tanks, Warrior IFVs, and FV430 series APCs.

• Demonstrated proficiency in servicing, fault diagnosis, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, and hydraulic systems using specialised military diagnostic tools, J1939/CAN bus protocols, as well as test equipment such as DATS-equivalent scanners and multimeters.
• Spearheaded and assisted with major component overhauls, including complete engine rebuilds (Perkins CV12, Cummins VTA903), suspension and track system repairs, heavy-duty brake servicing (air/hydraulic systems), and transmission rebuilds (TN54 autofire control units).
• Conducted scheduled preventive maintenance inspections (PMI) per DEF STAN 00-5 standards, achieving fleet readiness of over 90%; supported battlefield recovery operations using recovery vehicles like FV434 Carrier and crane-equipped plant machinery.
• Maintained comprehensive service records in Army logistics systems similar to GCSS-Army, prioritising safety compliance with JSP 375 and achieving zero safety incidents across 500+ service hours.

Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician – Trident College (2020-09 – 2023-07)

GCSE in Mathematics (Higher Level) – The Purbeck School (2016-09 – 2020-05)

GCSE in Science – The Purbeck School (2016-09 – 2020-05)

GCSE in English Language and Literature – The Purbeck School (2016-09 – 2020-05)