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Damian Haddix

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Results-driven Overhaul Technician with extensive experience at Midwest Aerospace, specializing in precision repairs and overhauls of helicopter components. Demonstrated advanced diagnostics and exceptional attention to detail, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to manage workloads effectively while maintaining high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment. 18 experience as an automotive technician 10 years master technician. Experience as owner operator of automotive repair shop and mobile mechanic business. Degree in heating air conditioning and ventilation for commercial refrigeration and residential with a universal 608 refrigerant license and a 609 automotive refrigerant license. Very professional and highly skilled mechanic with experience in many industries.

Overview

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1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Overhaul Technician

Midwest Aerospace
Gilbert Az
05.2024 - Current

Repair and overhaul bell helicopter components such as 42 degree gearboxes, 90 degree gearboxes, transmissions, swashplates, scissor and sleeves, driveshafts, and driveshaft hangers for bell 204,206,212 &412 helicopters. Including teardown, cleaning, media blasting, inspection, assembly, chemical treatment such as black oxide, cad plating, alodine. Mask and painting all components with primer and paint.

Automotive Technician

Haddix Automotive
Mesa, AZ
04.2012 - Current
  • Owner operator mobile mechanic business
  • Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various vehicle makes and models.
  • Talked with customers and built customer base
  • Prepared quotes and looked up and purchased all parts and tools necessary for each job.

Automotive Technician

Miami Unified School District
Miami, AZ
02.2020 - 05.2024

Fleet maintenance and repair for all school buses, school, vehicles, tractors, equipment, any other transportation or tools that needed maintenance or repair

Automotive Technician

Autonation Chevrolet Gilbert
Gilbert, AZ
03.2014 - 12.2018
  • Ase master automotive technician Gm certified master automotive technician.
  • Diagnosed and repaired automotive electrical systems to ensure optimal vehicle performances
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical issues, streamlining repair processes.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain accurate inventory of automotive parts and tools.
  • Assisted in training new technicians on safety
  • Maintained detailed records of services
  • Enhanced shop workflow by organizing workspaces and managing repair schedules effectively.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components. Ok
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.

Automotive Technician

H&i Automotive
Mesa, AZ
09.2012 - 11.2014
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
  • Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
  • Achieved consistency across all repairs by strictly following manufacturer guidelines and using OEM parts whenever possible.
  • Contributed to business growth through exceptional customer service, leading to increased repeat clientele and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Elevated shop reputation with outstanding troubleshooting abilities that led to quick identification of complex issues not easily diagnosed by others.

Education

Vocational - Automotive Technology

Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ

HVAC

Eastern Arizona College
Thatcher, AZ

Skills

Attention to detail

Works Well Under Pressure

Multitasking and organization

Advanced diagnostics

Written/Verbal communication

Troubleshooting

Installation and repair

Quality control

Preventive Maintenance

Mechanical Knowledge

Work Planning and Prioritization

Customer interaction

Workload management

Electrical repair

Certification

Ase master automotive technician in brakes, heating and air conditioning, suspension and steering, engine repair, engine performance, electrical, automatic transmissions and manual transmissions.

Hvac certification in heat pumps, residential, commercial and electrical.

608 universal epa card

609 automotive epa card

Timeline

Overhaul Technician

Midwest Aerospace
05.2024 - Current

Automotive Technician

Miami Unified School District
02.2020 - 05.2024

Automotive Technician

Autonation Chevrolet Gilbert
03.2014 - 12.2018

Automotive Technician

H&i Automotive
09.2012 - 11.2014

Automotive Technician

Haddix Automotive
04.2012 - Current

Vocational - Automotive Technology

Central Arizona College

HVAC

Eastern Arizona College
Damian Haddix