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Dennis Wibby

Meriden,CT

Summary

Have a very rounded experience in a lot of area's and the type of person that learns quickly especially in the field hands on.

Adept at working on two- and four-stroke engines and related electrical systems. Hardworking and efficient with excellent communication and time management abilities. Small Engine Mechanic with 20-year history completing diverse service and repairs. Changes belts and blades, completes engine tune-ups, rebuilds carburetors and monitors fluid changes. I have been certified on all fork trucks through Hyster New England. I have CNC Machining Experience, Manual Machining Experience gun drilling, Cylinder boring, including owning own South Bend 9 Lathe, Multiple Manual Bridgeport Milling machines in garage at home.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Small Engine Mechanic

Leaky Kool Racing
01.2006 - Current
  • Reduced equipment downtime by performing routine maintenance on lawn mowers, snow blowers, and other small machinery.
  • Provided excellent customer service, addressing concerns and answering technical questions regarding equipment maintenance and operation.
  • Applied strong problem-solving skills when faced with unusual problems or challenges during repairs, ensuring optimal solutions were put into action.
  • Expanded client base through word-of-mouth recommendations due to exceptional service quality.
  • Delivered high-quality repair service, ensuring customer loyalty and repeat business.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by diagnosing and repairing small engines for various types of equipment.
  • Improved workshop efficiency with proper organization and inventory management of tools and parts.
  • Streamlined repair processes to minimize turnaround time and maximize productivity.
  • Listed work performed on each unit in order to properly invoice customers.

Mechanic

Swanson Auto
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring optimal vehicle functionality.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through clear communication of repair needs and expected completion times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair services for various makes and models.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repair of vehicles, trailers and other motorized and educational program equipment.
  • Increased shop efficiency with thorough preventative maintenance inspections and appropriate recommendations.

Mechanic /Warehouse Shipping Receiver

Structual
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Loaded / unloaded trucks

Mechanic /Warehouse Shipping Lead

Elite Roofing Ct
03.2020 - 09.2022

Maintained fleet of trucks, trailers & roofing equipment

  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Load / Unload Trucks

Mechanic /Customer Service Representative

Myrtle Beach Harley Davidson
09.2011 - 08.2013
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.

Driver / Mechanic

Yankee Harley Davidson
03.2011 - 08.2011

Picked up / delivered customers Motorcycles for service, repair, trade ins, new purchases.

Entry Level Technition

Mechanic

Extreme ATV's
04.2009 - 03.2011
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.

Machinist /CNC Machinist

Elks Manufacturing
09.2004 - 04.2006
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.

Fork Truck Operator

Hyster New England
04.2000 - 11.2002

Certified to operate all type fork trucks

Education

Motorcycle Diploma - Motorcycle Maintenance And Repair Technology

Lincoln Technical Institute - East Windsor
Broad Brook, CT
08.2011

Machinist Certification - Machinist

JTPA
Opelika, AL
06.1995

GED -

JTPA
Opelika, AL
09.1994

Skills

  • Engine diagnostics
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Delivery schedules
  • Carburetor repair
  • Fuel System Maintenance
  • Ignition system troubleshooting
  • Electrical system repair
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Brake system service
  • Exhaust system repair
  • Customer Relations
  • Hydraulic System Maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Four-Stroke Engine Repair
  • Two-Stroke Engine Repair
  • Machine Assembly
  • Suspension System Repair
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Engine repair
  • Parts Replacement
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Equipment repair skills
  • Mechanical Maintenance
  • Component lubrication
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Lathe Operation
  • Maintenance and repairs

Certification

Ged

Machinist Certification

Motorcycle Diploma

Timeline

Mechanic

Swanson Auto
09.2023 - 02.2024

Mechanic /Warehouse Shipping Receiver

Structual
10.2022 - 12.2022

Mechanic /Warehouse Shipping Lead

Elite Roofing Ct
03.2020 - 09.2022

Mechanic /Customer Service Representative

Myrtle Beach Harley Davidson
09.2011 - 08.2013

Driver / Mechanic

Yankee Harley Davidson
03.2011 - 08.2011

Mechanic

Extreme ATV's
04.2009 - 03.2011

Small Engine Mechanic

Leaky Kool Racing
01.2006 - Current

Machinist /CNC Machinist

Elks Manufacturing
09.2004 - 04.2006

Fork Truck Operator

Hyster New England
04.2000 - 11.2002

Motorcycle Diploma - Motorcycle Maintenance And Repair Technology

Lincoln Technical Institute - East Windsor

Machinist Certification - Machinist

JTPA

GED -

JTPA
Dennis Wibby