Brett Chaney
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Knowledgeable automotive professional with background servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles. Experienced in servicing brakes, exhaust systems and engines for diverse makes and models. Frequently commended for work quality and speed.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Mechanic
Swifts Garage
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
Golf Cart Mechanic
Custom Carts
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Mechanic Assistant
Precision Tune
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Conducted routine oil changes, tire rotations, fluid replacements, and bulb changes.
- Cleaned and organized work areas, tools and equipment to support productivity.
- Promoted shop safety by cleaning work areas and removing hazardous materials.
- Tested vehicles after repairs to verify performance, safety and functionality.
- Followed detailed instructions of lead mechanic to achieve quality standards.
- Performed oil changes, tire rotations and basic vehicle maintenance in alignment with customer requests.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical problems and develop prompt solutions.
- Coordinated ready access to tools and parts needed for repair and maintenance activities.
- Monitored inventory and reported parts and supply needs for prompt reordering.
Automotive Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube
02.2017 - 04.2020
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Suggested additional services to customers in order to meet upsell goals.
- Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations, and rebalances.
- Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
Education
Motorcycle Mechanic Degree - Motorcycle Maintenance And Repair Technology
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute A Div. of Universal Technical Institute
Orlando, FL05.2012
GED -
Wando High School
Mt. Pleasant, SC06.2010
Skills
- Vehicle Alignment
- Estimate Preparation
- Safety Awareness
- Brake Systems Understanding
- Brake Servicing
- Repair Planning
- Inspection Skills
- Safety Understanding
- Documentation Expertise
- Coolant System Control
- Alignments Experience
- Changing Oil
- Inspecting Vehicles
- Vehicle Inspection
- Customer Service
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- System Repairs
- Ticket Writing
- Issue Resolution
- Electrical Failure Repairs
- Calibration Understanding
- Suspension Systems
- Customer Relations
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Engine Rebuilds
- Operating Air Compressors
- Road-Worthiness Evaluations
- Safety Protocols and Procedures
- Rust Removal
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Quality Assurance
- Diagnostic Abilities
Timeline
Automotive Mechanic
Swifts Garage
03.2023 - 09.2023
Golf Cart Mechanic
Custom Carts
08.2022 - 02.2023
Mechanic Assistant
Precision Tune
06.2020 - 08.2022
Automotive Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube
02.2017 - 04.2020
Motorcycle Mechanic Degree - Motorcycle Maintenance And Repair Technology
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute A Div. of Universal Technical Institute
GED -
Wando High School
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