Dennis Barton
North Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Skilled Automotive Technician with expertise in diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues, including engine diagnostics, brake repair, and electrical troubleshooting. Performs preventive maintenance to ensure compliance with safety protocols and operational specifications. Utilizes diagnostic tools to identify faults and implement solutions, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability while maintaining a safe working environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Shiny Auto Service
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
11.2020 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Diagnosed engine, brake, and electrical issues for Shiny Auto Service customers.
- Repaired belts, hoses, suspension parts, and cooling systems.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Inspected vehicles for safety, wear, and service needs.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
Ground Support Equipment Mechanic
Menzies Aviation
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on ground support equipment, including aircraft tow tractors, lavatory servicing trucks, cargo loaders, fuel tankers, baggage tugs and water carts.
- Inspected ground support equipment for safety issues and mechanical defects across Menzies Aviation ramp operations.
- Repaired diesel engines, hydraulics, brakes, and electrical systems on airport support vehicles.
- Performed preventive maintenance on baggage tractors, pushback tugs, and belt loaders.
- Replaced worn parts, fluids, filters, hoses, and batteries on active equipment.
- Diagnosed faults using diagnostic tools, manuals, and manufacturer service procedures.
- Evaluated vehicle performance by conducting road tests after completion of repairs.
- Cleaned up engine components with solvents or other cleaning agents.
- Assembled engine components after successful repairs were made.
- Disassembled engines to diagnose root cause of malfunctioning parts.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations at all times.
- Installed new wiring harnesses to replace faulty ones.
- Repaired hydraulic systems such as pumps, valves, cylinders and hoses.
- Adjusted and calibrated instruments to meet operational specifications.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
Education
Nova High School
Davie, FLSkills
- Engine diagnostics
- Brake repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Automatic transmission repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Engine rebuilding
- Drive train systems
- Differential repair
- Vehicle inspection
- Preventive maintenance
- Maintenance and repairs
- Servicing vehicles
- Battery diagnostics
- Parts replacement
- Hydraulic repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Diagnostic tools
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- Problem resolution
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Customer management
- Part identification
- Emergency roadside service
- QC
- Heavy machinery repair
- Hydraulic repair
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanic
Shiny Auto Service
11.2020 - Current
Ground Support Equipment Mechanic
Menzies Aviation
10.2017 - 02.2019
Nova High School