Cody Regan
Jackson,GA
Summary
Adept Trailer Mechanic with a proven track record at FleetPride, enhancing trailer safety and customer satisfaction through expert repairs and maintenance. Skilled in welding and electrical diagnostics, I excel in troubleshooting and adaptability, significantly reducing repair costs. Mentored junior mechanics, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Trailer Mechanic
FleetPride
04.2024 - Current
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Fabricated parts and welded connections.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by performing high-quality trailer repairs in a timely manner.
- Performed preventative maintenance on trailers, prolonging their lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Installed new parts on trailers according to manufacturer guidelines, ensuring proper fitment and functionality.
- Improved trailer safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Repaired or replaced damaged components on trailers, restoring them to optimal functionality quickly and effectively.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in trailers to identify issues and perform appropriate fixes as needed.
- Troubleshot problems and implemented solutions to fix issues with brakes.
- Streamlined workflows within the shop by implementing efficient processes for completing common tasks.
- Communicated proactively with management about potential delays or challenges in completing assigned tasks promptly.
- Reduced downtime for trailers by efficiently diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues.
- Kept abreast of industry regulations changes to maintain compliance standards when repairing trailers.
- Mentored junior mechanics in the shop, sharing knowledge of best practices for trailer repair work.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
Trailer Mechanic
Harris Trailers
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Fabricated parts and welded connections.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Installed new parts on trailers according to manufacturer guidelines, ensuring proper fitment and functionality.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in trailers to identify issues and perform appropriate fixes as needed.
- Troubleshot problems and implemented solutions to fix issues with brakes.
- Expanded knowledge of industry trends and best practices through continuous professional development opportunities.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
Auto Mechanic
Shawn’s Transmission
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Improved vehicle performance by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of automotive issues.
- Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
- Protected company reputation by consistently following ethical practices when performing all job duties.
- Ensured customer trust by transparently discussing potential complications that may arise during the course of repairs.
- Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.
- Examined components and general state of vehicle engine to diagnose issues accurately.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, contributing to overall shop productivity.
- Conducted thorough road tests following completion of rebuilds to ensure optimal functionality before returning vehicles to clients'' possession.
- Streamlined the rebuilding process for increased efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School
Jackson, Ga05.2018
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Fabrication experience
- Troubleshooting abilities
- Suspension Repair
- Adaptability to Change
- Hydraulic Systems Proficiency
- Structural Repairs
- Diagnostic abilities
- DOT Regulations Compliance
- Troubleshooting
- Bodywork knowledge
- DOT Inspections
- Electrical diagnostics
- Pneumatic Systems Understanding
- Welding skills
- Axle Alignment
- Brake System Maintenance
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
Timeline
Trailer Mechanic
FleetPride
04.2024 - Current
Trailer Mechanic
Harris Trailers
01.2021 - 04.2024
Auto Mechanic
Shawn’s Transmission
06.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School