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Blake Cannon

Evans ,GA

Summary

Race Car Mechanic with extensive experience at Augusta Aquatics Inc., excelling in suspension systems, brake maintenance and race car maintenance . Proven track record in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Strong work ethic and attention to detail and the drive for successful outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to maintaining accurate records and compliance with safety regulations. One main thing is, although I have worked on race cars the majority of my life, it has taught me life lessons, skills, and values that can be used on a day to day basis. I really feel that working on race cars and also being a plumber for a short period of time has really diversified my career as well as experience. While working on race cars seems fun and exciting, it is also a lot of work, and long days/nights. Its one of those jobs that is never 100% completed. Strong work ethic, determination, being level-headed, and experience are all things that are invaluable.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Race Car Mechanic

Augusta Aquatics Inc.
01.2017 - Current
  • Inspected Race Cars and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire Changes, wheel balancing, filter replacement, cleaning, servicing each and every week, fixing body damage, and setup procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service such as oil changes, weekly maintenance, a thorough checklist of day to day and weekly operations performed on the race car
  • Completed race car inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Performed troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues, whether it be with the motor, drivetrain, or suspension related.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components, such as body panels, suspension parts, brake parts, motor parts, drivetrain parts, and or rear end(s), transmission(s), and motor(s).
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections inside the race car hauler and toter. Which is almost like a motor home. Also preformed weekly/monthly operations on the truck and trailer, including but not limited to: Washing, servicing, stocking materials and or food and supplies.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages. This includes carburetors, wheel hubs, master cylinders, rear ends, oil tanks, and any suspension parts.
  • Checked brake systems and changed pads, rotors, and or calibers if needed.
  • Performed weekly bolt checks to insure nothing was loose, and also completed full safety checks on seat, seat belts, and or any bolt on the race car every week before a race.
  • Used all kinds of tools throughout my work career, including but not limited to: wrenches, drills, impacts, pop rivet guns, hammers, all types of pliers, torches, and more.

Plumber's Assistant

Giffin Plumbing
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Removed old sinks, toilets, dishwashers, septic tanks, water heaters and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
  • Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools.
  • Listened to instructions and watched lead plumber gaining valuable onsite job training.
  • Performed basic and semi-skilled work and preparations under supervision and instruction from lead plumber(s)
  • Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition, such as toilets, sinks, water heaters and more.
  • Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment, including wearing proper safety equipment, such as pants, boots, and safety glasses and or more.
  • Selected type and size of piping, fittings and fixtures for each and every job.
  • Installed pipe, fittings, valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Performed rough-ins, repairing, or replacing fixtures and water heaters and located or removed leaking or broken pipes, and or broken fixtures.
  • Measured, cut and assembled new pipe and placed assembled pipe in hangers or other supports, as well as assembled fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, shower trim, garbage disposals, water heaters, dishwashers, and more.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members, having to work with a multitude of different co workers.
  • Had the privilege of dealing with customers and home owners.

Education

High School Diploma -

Evans High School
Evans, GA
05-2017

Skills

  • Suspension systems maintenance
  • Race Car inspections
  • Brake system maintenance
  • Tire mounting and balancing
  • Bay maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • OSHA regulation compliance
  • Body repair
  • Maintaining records
  • Supply ordering
  • Safety awareness
  • Operating air compressors
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Service scheduling
  • Strong work ethic
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Plumber's Assistant

Giffin Plumbing
03.2021 - 12.2021

Race Car Mechanic

Augusta Aquatics Inc.
01.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

Evans High School

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