Connor Dowling
Clinton,TN
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Service Worker
City Of Knoxville
10.2025 - Current
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Restored and repaired worn and damaged public areas to support appearance, longevity and security.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Assisted with commercial landscaping products by operating large tractors at job sites.
- Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
- Performed snow removal tasks during winter months by shoveling, plowing and sanding.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Police Officer
Knoxville Police Department
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Automotive Technician
JLR Southampton
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Complete repairs on Jaguar, Land-rover and Range Rover Models.
- Accurately and efficiently diagnose vehicle faults within a timely manor.
- Literate in workshop manual and advanced electrical schematics/ wiring diagrams
- EV Trained
- Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly-serviced equipment, systems and components.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Performed major mechanical repairs such as engine, transmission, transfer case, front/rear differential unit, power take off unit. removal, overhaul/ replacement and re-installation.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Performed Vehicle module updates and re-calibrations.
- Performed in depth automotive related electrical system diagnosis and repair.
- Performed forward obstical collision avoidance and lane keep assist module (camera and radar) installations, alignment and re-calibrations.
- Performed blind spot monitoring module installation, alignment and re-calibrations.
- Performed 360 degree park aid camera installations, alignment and re-calibrations.
- Achived and maintained certification standards set by Jaguar/ Land Rover.
Automotive Technician
Otis Ford
05.2018 - 03.2023
- Completed repairs and maintenance to Ford vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly-serviced equipment, systems and components.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Performed Vehicle module updates and re-calibrations.
- Performed in depth automotive related electrical system diagnosis and repair.
- Performed forward obstical collision avoidance and lane keep assist module (camera and radar) installations, alignment and re-calibrations.
- Performed blind spot monitoring module installation, alignment and re-calibrations.
- Performed 360 degree park aid camera installations, alignment and re-calibrations.
- Trained on Ford IDS and FDRS diagnostic equipment.
- Adjusted, repaired or replaced defective automotive parts.
- Repaired transmissions, engines, coolant systems and suspension systems on vehicles.
- Tested electronic components and computer controls with specialized devices.
- Calibrated repaired systems to meet performance specifications outlined by manufacturers.
- Tuned and adjusted electronic automotive equipment and entertainment systems.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
HVAC Technician
Heaterman Heating and Air-Conditioning
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation.
- Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
Apprentice Mechanic
The Garage
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Kept work garage clean and organized to meet internal and regulatory expectations governing safety.
- Operated tools, instruments and equipment safely. Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles. Pulled out old and malfunctioning components such as hoses and replaced with new parts.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Pursued frequent opportunities to further enhance maintenance and repair skills. Attended safety and training meetings to learn techniques to avoid injuries and mishaps.
- Read and interpreted manuals, diagrams and schematics to complete skilled repairs.
Education
P.O.S.T Certificate - Law Enforcement
Knoxville Police Training Academy
1650 Huron Street, Knoxville, TN07-2025
Motorsports Technology
Alfred State College
Alfred, NY05-2018
Automotive Technology
Alfred State College
Alfred, NY05-2017
Automotive Technology
Northern Suffolk BOCES
Riverhead, NY06-2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Westhampton Beach High School
Westhampton Beach, NY06-2015
Skills
- Computer literacy
- Communication skills
- Problem Resolution
- Time Management
- Driving
- Microsoft office
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Civil laws
- Weapons safety
- Traffic direction
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Radar speed measurement
- Emergency planning
- Conflict de-escalation
- Risk mitigation
- Criminal investigations
- Felony laws proficiency
- Search and seizure procedures
- Firearms proficiency
- Exceptional problem solver
- Community engagement
- Report writing
- CPR/First aid certified
- Cultural awareness
- Defensive driving training
Timeline
Public Service Worker
City Of Knoxville
10.2025 - Current
Police Officer
Knoxville Police Department
01.2025 - 09.2025
Automotive Technician
JLR Southampton
04.2023 - 01.2025
Automotive Technician
Otis Ford
05.2018 - 03.2023
HVAC Technician
Heaterman Heating and Air-Conditioning
06.2016 - 07.2017
Apprentice Mechanic
The Garage
12.2014 - 06.2015
Automotive Technology
Alfred State College
Automotive Technology
Northern Suffolk BOCES
High School Diploma - undefined
Westhampton Beach High School
P.O.S.T Certificate - Law Enforcement
Knoxville Police Training Academy
Motorsports Technology
Alfred State College