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Christopher Berdeaux

Opelika,AL

Summary

Seasoned Automotive Technician and Machine Maintenance expert with a proven track record at Grady's Tire & Auto. Specializes in tire mounting, balancing, and preventive maintenance, demonstrating exceptional vehicle maintenance skills and production efficiency. Renowned for weaving techniques and loom maintenance, achieving commendable quality and efficiency. Collaborates effectively under pressure, ensuring safety and continuous production.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Technician

Grady's Tire & Auto
Opelika, AL
06.2019 - 05.2024
  • Drained motor oil, changed oil filters and greased chassis fittings.
  • Cleaned engine compartments to remove dirt and debris from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Replaced cabin, fuel, air and oil filters and tested vehicle horn and lights.
  • Inspected fluid level for steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, rear axle housings and shackles.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times, including disposing of used parts properly in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Counterweighted rims with consistent commendation for quality and efficiency.
  • Removed old tires from rims using specialized tools such as bead breakers and tire irons.
  • Removed existing tires from vehicles using hand tools such as jacks, wrenches, screwdrivers and impact guns.

Machine Maintenance

Johnston Textiles
Phenix City, AL
01.2012 - 03.2015
  • Performed installation, repair and adjustment of machinery for controlled operations.
  • Completed urgent repairs to ensure continuous production.
  • Collaborated effectively in high-pressure, time-sensitive settings.
  • Adhered to rigorous protocols to maintain safety at all times.

Machine Maintenance

Walmart Auto Center
Phenix City, AL
09.2007 - 08.2010
  • Replaced cabin, fuel, air and oil filters and tested vehicle horn and lights.
  • Inspected fluid level for steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, rear axle housings and shackles.
  • Maintained an organized work area that was free from hazardous materials.
  • Sealed punctures in tubeless tires by inserting adhesive material and expanding rubber plugs into punctures.
  • Performed tire rotations, mounts, and balancing on vehicles.

Machine Operator/Production/Maintenance Technician

Fieldcrest Mills
Columbus, GA
08.1986 - 01.2001
  • Performed production tasks as a machine operator (cloth doffer) in a time-sensitive environment.
  • Progressed within organization to specialize in terry cloth weaving.
  • Elevated duties to include handling advanced loom machinery.
  • Advanced in company to machine mechanic, specialized as loom fixer.
  • Maintained production focus and met daily quotas by following established procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Phenix City, AL
05-1984

Skills

  • Tire mounting and balancing
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Weaving techniques
  • Production efficiency
  • Loom maintenance
  • Fluid replacement
  • Oil change expertise

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Grady's Tire & Auto
06.2019 - 05.2024

Machine Maintenance

Johnston Textiles
01.2012 - 03.2015

Machine Maintenance

Walmart Auto Center
09.2007 - 08.2010

Machine Operator/Production/Maintenance Technician

Fieldcrest Mills
08.1986 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Christopher Berdeaux