ANDREW JEWETT JR.
MV Transportation
Loxahatchee,FL
1
Language
30
years of professional experience
Class A Bus Technician maintaining mass transit buses and paratransit vehicles with a focus on passenger safety. Diagnoses diesel and gas drivetrains, onboard diagnostics, and lift and restraint systems to return vehicles to service quickly. Repairs HVAC, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to keep buses reliable in daily operation.
Work History
Bus Fleet Technician
4 Years 10 Months- Diagnosed and repaired vehicle systems to ensure operational reliability and safety.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on buses and support vehicles for optimal performance.
- Supervised junior technicians, providing mentorship and guidance in repair techniques and safety protocols.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication, coordination, and collaboration with colleagues.
- Increased vehicle lifespan through regular inspection, troubleshooting, and timely repairs.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians on complex repair tasks or diagnostics as needed.
- Minimized vehicle breakdowns through vigilant assessment of potential risks during routine checks.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Analyzed engine faults in buses and trucks, identifying potential causes and determining needed repairs.
Class A Bus Technician
5 Years 5 Months- Conduct repairs and maintenance to Mass Transit Buses and Paratransit Buses. To ensure Public Safety for all passengers. Diagnose operation of all equipment on bus and Disabled Passenger equipment maintenance and repair of lifts and restraints. Diagnosed and troubleshot diesel and gas vehicles, utilizing onboard diagnostics to enhance operational reliability. Repaired and installed safety equipment and systems on vehicles and buses, contributing to safer transit operations. Repair of Hvac A/C systems on buses and light duty vehicles. Work on light duty and Heavy equipment hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and electric,electronics equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in buses, ensuring efficient operations and safety compliance.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various bus models to enhance reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, improving turnaround times.
Fleet Mechanic
13 Years 7 Months- Repaired fleet of diesel and gasoline-powered industrial trucks, support vehicles, and equipment.
- Diagnosed system failures and disassembled vehicles to repair or replace parts.
- Helped develop robust maintenance program of the highest standards to achieve safety and reliability targets for fleet vehicles.
- Completed general repairs to equipment components, including brakes, transmissions, and hydraulic systems.
- Managed emergency call-outs and on-the-road work to return vehicles to service.
- Troubleshot electrical problems with the emissions, fuel and ignition systems using specialized testing equipment.
- Tested, troubleshot, and repaired vehicle electrical systems.
- Handled scheduled inspections and service appointments to meet preventive maintenance standards.
- Communicated with parts department to order needed parts and followed up until delivery.
- Checked, repaired and overhauled the brake systems on personal and commercial vehicles.
- Used special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machinery to realign the wheels, frames and steering mechanism of different automobiles.
- Test drove vehicles before and after service to test their functionality and the quality of the repairs.
- Inspected vehicles to assess their damage, trace malfunctions and isolate faults.
Truck Mechanic
5 Months- Completed common routine maintenance on trucks, including checking batteries and changing oil.
- Tested vehicles to verify performance and determine maintenance or repair needs.
- Inspected brake systems, wheel bearings, and steering mechanisms for safety.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels to fix electrical issues.
- Inspected heavy-duty diesel vehicles to repair transmissions, steering, braking, and cooling systems.
- Maintained the optimal safety standards for drivers and passengers by installing and adjusting related devices.
- Identified and corrected problems with brakes, steering and other vehicle systems.
- Improved the performance of vehicles by realigning front ends and suspension systems.
- Performed work safely, complying with safety rules and regulations in work areas.
- Maintained customer records and recommended preventive maintenance schedules according to manufacturer specifications.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with the heating and cooling systems in Tractor truck vehicles.
- Troubleshot mechanical and electrical problems using diagnostic equipment to check functions such as charging, ignition, and fuel injection.
- Kept the vehicles in good working order with regular inspections and maintenance.
- Prevented more complex repair issues by completing common upkeep tasks like changing the oil, checking the batteries and replacing belts.
Master Service Technician
2 Years 11 Months- Provided mentorship and technical guidance to less skilled technicians on complicated repairs.
- Diagnosed operating difficulties on range of vehicles, including cars and trucks.
- Conducted computerized and electronic diagnostic tests and interpreted trouble codes.
- Used computerized diagnostic devices and other equipment to test the components and systems of vehicles in for repair.
- Conducted road tests to identify issues based on customer reports.
- Consulted with customers to understand their problems and discuss repairs and the potential costs.
- Checked, repaired and relined the brakes on cars, trucks and SUVs.
- Tuned-up engines and removed, replaced, or adjusted parts, components, and assemblies.
- Replaced significant components such as transmissions, brake systems, and suspension assemblies.
- Overhauled and installed wide range of vehicle parts, including starters, carburetors and distributors.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty power steering, transmissions and other vehicle components.
- Overhauled gasoline and diesel engines by taking apart engines, identifying and replacing faulty parts, and rebuilding engine to increase performance and power of vehicle.
- Carefully inspected vehicles to determine the extent of the damage or malfunctions.
- Used service manuals to interpret information from scanners and test analyzers.
- Consistently followed the shop's or the manufacturer's checklists to examine each part and system for signs of trouble.
- Complied with established safety practices and procedures, working safely and disposing of hazardous materials properly.
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology
- Double major in Automotive electronics systems.
- GPA: 3.5
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology GM ASEP, Automotive Technology
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology (Support)
High School Diploma - Automotive
Skills
Bilingual
CDL class B with Bus Endorsement operation
Forklift
Training & mentorship
Parts coordination
Diesel engine repair
Brake system repair
Hydraulic system repair
Electrical diagnostics
Preventive maintenance scheduling
DOT compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
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