Balkaran Sanichar
Elmont,NY
Summary
Driven Mechanic Shop Foreman with a proven track record at Yonkers Kia, enhancing revenue growth through strategic shop improvements and achieving high customer satisfaction. Expert in engine repair and team building, I excel in creating custom preventative maintenance programs and mentoring junior mechanics, significantly reducing vehicle downtime and streamlining work processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic Shop Foreman
Yonkers Kia
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with management to develop short-term and long-range plans for shop improvements, resulting in increased revenue growth.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring quality workmanship on all repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Created custom preventative maintenance programs tailored to individual client needs, resulting in fewer unexpected breakdowns.
- Managed warranty claims efficiently by liaising with manufacturers directly which led to quicker resolution times.
- Mentored junior mechanics, providing guidance on best practices and technical knowledge to improve their skills.
- Reduced vehicle downtime for clients by overseeing timely repairs and thorough inspections.
- Enhanced shop efficiency by streamlining work processes and delegating tasks to appropriate team members.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
Mechanical Technician
Garden City Mazda
10.2014 - 07.2022
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Followed guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of Type equipment.
Mechanical Technician
Manhattan Auto Group
08.2010 - 07.2014
- Utilized varied tools and equipment to test and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
- Performed root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to a reduction in unplanned maintenance events.
- Kept track of equipment maintenance schedules using computerized maintenance management systems.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing effective preventive maintenance plans.
- Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
- Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.
Education
Automotive Repairs - Automotive
Lincoln Technical College
Somerset, NJ09.2003
Diploma - Automotive
Thomas Edison Vocational Tech High School
Jamaica, NY06.2000
Skills
- Brake Systems
- Tire Services
- CAN Bus Systems
- Powertrain Systems
- Heavy equipment
- Engine repair
- Air Conditioning
- Suspension Systems
- Fluid Services
- Vehicle inspections
- Battery Services
- Exhaust Systems
- Steering systems
- Electronic diagnostics
- Heating Systems
- Fuel systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Alignment Services
- Electrical Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Alternative Fuel Vehicles
- OBD-II Systems
- Workplace Safety
- Machine Operation
- Equipment monitoring
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Skilled Maintenance and Repair
- Attention to Detail
- Tools and Equipment Maintenance
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Machinery Operations
- Employee Safety Training
- Team building
Certification
New York State inspector
Timeline
Mechanic Shop Foreman
Yonkers Kia
07.2022 - Current
Mechanical Technician
Garden City Mazda
10.2014 - 07.2022
Mechanical Technician
Manhattan Auto Group
08.2010 - 07.2014
Automotive Repairs - Automotive
Lincoln Technical College
Diploma - Automotive
Thomas Edison Vocational Tech High School
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