Desmond Gillyard
Southfield,Michigan
Summary
Automotive service professional with hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance, mechanical repairs, brake service, component replacement, engine repair and replacement, diagnostic scanners, and electrical troubleshooting. Work history includes Valvoline, Toyota, and Belle Tire. Skilled in using automotive tools and equipment, investigating vehicle issues, and following safe, efficient service procedures. Completed an engineering certificate at Macomb Community College.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
General Mechanic
Belle Tire
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Executed automotive maintenance and mechanical service tasks to ensure vehicle reliability.
- Assisted with brake service and component replacement to enhance vehicle safety and performance.
- Inspected vehicle components for wear or damage, maintaining organized work area to promote efficiency.
- Used hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment while following safety procedures.
Automotive Technician
Toyota
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Executed hands-on automotive maintenance and mechanical repairs to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
- Performed electrical troubleshooting and replaced vehicle components as needed.
- Performed electrical troubleshooting and replaced vehicle components.
- Utilized mechanical knowledge to conduct engine repairs and efficiently complete service tasks.
- Operated automotive tools and equipment while adhering to service procedures and maintaining quality standards.
Automotive Service Technician
Valvoline
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Executed routine vehicle maintenance, including oil changes and preventive service procedures, ensuring optimal vehicle performance.
- Monitored fluid levels and inspected critical vehicle components during service to ensure reliability and safety.
- Used automotive tools and equipment while following established safety and service procedures.
- Assisted in organizing service area for optimal workflow.
Education
High School Diploma -
Community High School
Warren, MI 09.2016 - 06.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Macomb Community College
Warren, MISkills
- Automotive maintenance and repair
- Engine repair and replacement
- Brake service and component replacement
- Oil changes and preventive maintenance
- Tire service and maintenance
- Vehicle component inspection
- Diagnostic scanner operation
- Automotive electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Automotive parts replacement
- Hand and power tools
- Shop safety and service procedures
- Engine diagnostics
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Diagnostic scanners
- Vehicle inspection
- Preventive maintenance
- Time management
- Team communication
- Diagnostic
ADDITIONAL HANDS-ON MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE
Practical experience changing brakes, replacing automotive parts, repairing engines, and performing engine replacements. Familiar with diagnostic scanners, electrical troubleshooting, and using hand and power tools to investigate and address vehicle repair issues.
Timeline
General Mechanic
Belle Tire
01.2025 - 01.2026
Automotive Technician
Toyota
01.2022 - 01.2025
Automotive Service Technician
Valvoline
01.2021 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Community High School
09.2016 - 06.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Macomb Community College