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CHRISTOPHER WILKE

ROLLING PRAIRIE,IN

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Licensed and industrious Trash Truck Driver with 10 years of experience hauling trash, garbage and recyclables for residential and commercial customers. Proven safe and effective driver of front loaders, side loaders, roll-offs, recycling trucks. Dedicated Automotive Technician with 20+ years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Focused on satisfying customers, supporting team and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge and excellent customer service skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Mechanic

Slinging Wrenches
La Porte, IN
08.2015 - Current
  • Installed timing belts and drive chains in automobiles according to specifications.
  • Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
  • Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles.
  • Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
  • Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
  • Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
  • Fabricated replacement parts when required using shop tools such as lathes or drill presses.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
  • Diagnosed complex mechanical problems using computerized diagnostic equipment.
  • Cleaned fuel injection systems with special detergents or solvents to remove deposits from fuel injectors or intake valves.
  • Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
  • Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
  • Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
  • Operated specialized diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes or multi-meters to troubleshoot faults in electrical circuits.
  • Inspected vehicles for necessary repairs or preventive maintenance needs.
  • Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
  • Repaired faulty electrical wiring harnesses within automobile engines.
  • Performed scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
  • Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
  • Followed safety procedures while working on cars to minimize risks of injury or accidents.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Driver

Republic Services
Chesterton, IN
09.2006 - 07.2015
  • Dropped off and picked up roll-off containers, verified proper tie-downs and reported on needed truck maintenance.
  • Drove garbage truck to designated locations in accordance with established routes and schedules.
  • Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations regarding health and safety standards related to solid waste disposal.
  • Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
  • Lifted trash containers and climbed in and out of trucks without limitation and without injury or reduced effectiveness or speed.
  • Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
  • Collected refuse from residential and commercial customers, ensuring that all waste was disposed of properly.
  • Performed daily safety checks on trucks including fluid levels, brakes, tires, lights, and turn signals.
  • Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites and accidents.
  • Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise bins and dump contents into openings of truck.

Education

High School Diploma -

Elston High School
Michigan City, IN
01-1994

Skills

  • Wheel Rotation and Balancing
  • Brake Servicing
  • Inspection Skills
  • Tire Balancing
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Road-Worthiness Evaluations
  • Brake Systems
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Route Management
  • Trash Collection
  • Customer Service
  • Residential Trash Pickup
  • Truck Route Establishment
  • Decision-Making
  • Safe Vehicle Driving
  • Weather Condition Assessments
  • Dispatcher Communication
  • GPS Software
  • Problem-Solving
  • Truck Driving
  • Equipment Operation
  • Reliable and Dependable

Certification

  • Class A CDL #0900-19-3666 EXP Date 09/23/2026
  • CMV Medical Certificate EXP Date 09/07/2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Automotive Mechanic

Slinging Wrenches
08.2015 - Current

Driver

Republic Services
09.2006 - 07.2015

High School Diploma -

Elston High School

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