Charles Dupes
Blaynes Auto Repair LLC
Urbandale,IA
2
years of professional experience
I have worked at ADESA for a little over one year and have been consistent and reliable in every position I have held. My experience in mechanical work is that of an apprentice, my work at Valvoline taught me certain proven processes and procedures that prolong the life of vehicles. Working under Blayne at Blaynes Auto Repair LLC put me hands on with all sorts of vehicles that needed repair. Whether it's small brake replacements, to full on engine rebuild and transmission replacements I was able to reliably work through the problem and get it done.
Work History
Lot Specialist
11 Months- Keeping track of current vehicle inventory
- Helping customers with their vehicles
- Manage employees I was put in charge of
- Make sure vehicles are ready to be sold
- Put in work orders for vehicles
- Assess damage to vehicles
Mechanic Apprentice
1 Year 9 Months- Diagnosed vehicle issues using diagnostic scanners and repair manuals.
- Inspected brakes, suspension, steering, and engine components for wear.
- Repaired and replaced worn parts following manufacturer specifications.
- Performed routine maintenance, including oil changes, fluid checks, and tune-ups.
- Maintained organized work area, tools, and equipment for efficient workflow.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
Lube Tech
8 Months- Performed oil changes, fluid top-offs, and filter replacements following service specifications.
- Inspected vehicles for maintenance needs and identified additional service recommendations.
- Rotated tires and checked tire pressure to support safe vehicle performance.
- Tested batteries and replaced worn components using proper shop procedures.
- Verified fluid levels, belts, hoses, and filters during routine vehicle inspections.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer relations
Expert problem solving
Emergency response
Machinery maintenance
Maintenance and repair
Self motivation
Time management
Excellent communication
Task prioritization
Timeline
Lot Specialist
ADESA
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Mechanic Apprentice
Blaynes Auto Repair LLC
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Lube Tech
Valvoline Instant Oil
11.2024 - 07.2025Read More
Walnut Creek Campus
High School Diploma
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