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Overview
Work History
Education
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Dakota Ash

Asheboro,NC

Summary

Experienced and Hardworking Automotive Mechanic Service with extensive knowledge of vehicle testing, maintenance and repair. Adept at reading and understanding technical documentation. Excellent customer service, time management and multitasking abilities. Seeking to enhance my skills in a manual career and obtain certifications as needed

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Mechanic

Forsyth Auto Service
06.2020 - Current
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.

Lead Automotive Technician

Daniel's Tire And Automotive
01.2018 - 06.2020
  • Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
  • Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
  • Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.

Superintendent Over Paving Crew

Whitehurst Paving
07.2016 - 12.2017
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
  • Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
  • Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations.
  • Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
  • Managed 15 workers when performing duties in line with local and national building codes in construction.

Metal Fabricator

Lexington Metal Fabricators
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Maintained machinery and tools to keep fabrication processes running smoothly.
  • Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
  • Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
  • Complied with safety regulations while operating machinery and tools to protect against injury.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Davidson High School
Denton, NC
06.2015

Skills

  • Safety Awareness
  • Estimate Preparation
  • Vehicle Alignment
  • Brake Servicing
  • Brake Systems Understanding
  • Electrical Failure Repairs
  • Engine Rebuilds

Timeline

Automotive Mechanic

Forsyth Auto Service
06.2020 - Current

Lead Automotive Technician

Daniel's Tire And Automotive
01.2018 - 06.2020

Superintendent Over Paving Crew

Whitehurst Paving
07.2016 - 12.2017

Metal Fabricator

Lexington Metal Fabricators
08.2015 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

South Davidson High School
Dakota Ash