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ERNEST SPIES

Southgate

Summary

  • Organized, analytical and creative multi-craft mechanic with skills honed through the use multiple disciplines in varying applications.
  • Mechanical Systems: These are explanations to be provided by Ern.
  • Electrical Systems: These are explanations to be provided by Ern.
  • Computers and Electronic Controls: These are explanations to be provided by Ern.
  • Fabrication and Creative Solutions: Ability to interpret blue prints in X-Y-Z, electrical and controls schematics. Work with engineers and leaders to make their vision reality. Follow structured processes allowing work traceability and reliability.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrician, Builder and Site Supervisor

ATS
06.2023 - Current

Built ,wired and supervised installed (installation of ) automated assembly lines. For customers like Gm,Chrysler Ford, Johnson and Johnson . More upon request.

Lead Prototype Builder and Electrician

Prefix
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Led construction projects from planning to execution, ensuring timely completion and quality standards.
  • Supervised teams of builders, fostering collaboration and enhancing productivity on job sites.
  • Implemented safety protocols and training programs, minimizing workplace accidents and promoting compliance.
  • Coordinated material procurement and inventory management, optimizing resource allocation for projects.

Prototype Build Electrician & Technician

Prestige Advanced Group
02.2019 - 03.2022
  • Fabricate, assemble and test prototype vehicles; diagnose electrical and mechanical systems after assembly.
  • Meet aggressive customer delivery deadlines; work until project is complete including overtime, nights, weekends
  • Travel and provide electrical and mechanical field support at customer events.

Machine Builder

Epic Equipment and Engineering
10.2017 - 01.2019
  • Assemble, test and calibrate individual components, machinery and equipment.
  • Identify and communicate problems found during the build; involve others to solve problems.

Sr. Technician & Service Advisor

ABC Harley Davidson
03.2012 - 09.2017
  • Work with customers to document and understand bike problems.
  • Organize service orders and technician schedules to diagnose and repair customer bikes.
  • Oversee technician work including bike repairs, upgrade and customizations.

Instructor

Power Sports Institute
07.2010 - 10.2011
  • Instructor for basic electrical, advanced electrical, and suspension.
  • Supported instruction for S&S V fuel injection and S&S engine diagnosis.
  • Developed lesson plans for assigned instructional topics.
  • Collaborated on independent projects including land speed motorcycle project engine.
  • Mentored advanced students in real world applications and situation.

Service Manager/Lead Technician

Custom Paint and Collision
06.2008 - 03.2010
  • Main duties included repairing Harley Davidson and American V-Twin custom motorcycles in addition to various metric cycles which were involved in accidents. Repairs were coordinated with Geico Insurance Co.
  • Built two custom motorcycles for "The World of Wheels" bike show competition

Service Manager/Lead Technician

American Classic Cycles
11.2006 - 06.2008
  • Directed the service and parts departments and increased productivity to 250% in six months. Worked with Bobby Woods building high-quality performance engines. Designed and built a 360 mm single-sided swing arm custom motorcycle that was used in a documentary film.

Service/Parts Manager

Chopper Alley
10.2005 - 11.2006

Technician

Motown Harley Davidson
06.2000 - 03.2002

Education

Motorcycle Technician -

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute

High School - undefined

Grosse Ile High School
Grosse Ile, MI

Timeline

Electrician, Builder and Site Supervisor

ATS
06.2023 - Current

Lead Prototype Builder and Electrician

Prefix
01.2021 - 05.2023

Prototype Build Electrician & Technician

Prestige Advanced Group
02.2019 - 03.2022

Machine Builder

Epic Equipment and Engineering
10.2017 - 01.2019

Sr. Technician & Service Advisor

ABC Harley Davidson
03.2012 - 09.2017

Instructor

Power Sports Institute
07.2010 - 10.2011

Service Manager/Lead Technician

Custom Paint and Collision
06.2008 - 03.2010

Service Manager/Lead Technician

American Classic Cycles
11.2006 - 06.2008

Service/Parts Manager

Chopper Alley
10.2005 - 11.2006

Technician

Motown Harley Davidson
06.2000 - 03.2002

High School - undefined

Grosse Ile High School

Motorcycle Technician -

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute
ERNEST SPIES