Donald Grant Smith
Easley,SC
Summary
Skilled Automotive Technician with a proven track record at J-MAC Fabrication/Lindsey's Ring & Pinion and Bridgestone Firestone, excelling in engine repair and customer service. Demonstrated ability to enhance workshop efficiency and uphold safety standards. Known for exceptional problem-solving and a strong work ethic, significantly improving vehicle performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
J-MAC Fabrication/Lindsey's Ring & Pinion
06.2018 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
Automotive Technician
Bridgestone Firestone
02.2017 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- 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.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Safeguarded customer trust by ensuring adherence to ethical repair practices and maintaining a transparent communication approach throughout the service process.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Carolina Connections Academy
Columbia, SC06.2016
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Changing tires
- Engine repair
- Problem-Solving
- Hand and power tools
- Brake systems understanding
- Replacing parts
- Troubleshooting skills
Timeline
Automotive Technician
J-MAC Fabrication/Lindsey's Ring & Pinion
06.2018 - Current
Automotive Technician
Bridgestone Firestone
02.2017 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
South Carolina Connections Academy
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