Ethan Gibson
Silver City,NM
Summary
Hardworking Automotive Technician with five plus years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives.
Organized technician with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record.
Dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Master Certified Technician
Smith Ford
Lordsburg, NM
12.2023 - 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- 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.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
DalMolin Excavating LLC
Globe, AZ
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
- Upheld safety standards by meticulously following industry guidelines for equipment handling, maintenance, and repair procedures.
- Restored and modified equipment using welding and metal fabrication techniques.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
- Developed custom solutions to address unique challenges posed by complex or outdated machinery.
Automotive Technician
Courtesy Ford Of Globe LLC
Globe, AZ
08.2022 - 04.2023
- 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.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
Automotive Technician
McSpadden Ford
Globe, AZ
05.2020 - 08.2022
- 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.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
Operator Foreman
Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc., A Carylon
Winkelman, AZ
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Planned and assigned work according to project needs and individual team member strengths.
- Operated vacuum truck, hydroblaster and jetter combo equipment, and trained team members on correct use.
- Lead crew of 4+ laborers on daily basis.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Operated vac truck, hydroblaster, jetter combo, on daily basis.
Education
High School Diploma -
Globe High School
Globe, AZ05.2012
Skills
- Engine Rebuilds
- Engine Tuneup and Repairs
- Overseeing Garage Operations
- HAZMAT Knowledge
- Electrical Repair Procedures
- Preparing Work Orders
- Maintaining Records
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Vehicle Operation and Assessment
- Work Orders and Documentation
- Dealership and Factory Standards
- Transmission Repair
Certification
- Ford Senior Master Certified Technician
- Gasoline Engine Repair
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Diesel Engine Performance
- High Voltage Battery Repair
- High Voltage Systems
- Automatic Transmissions
- Manual Transmission and Drivetrain
- Climate Control
- Electronic Systems
- Brakes
- Advanced Electronics
- Steering and Suspension
- New Model Training Courses
- Field Service Actions
- ADAS
- Engine Master
- Chassis Master
- Drivetrain Master
- Electric Vehicle Master
Timeline
Senior Master Certified Technician
Smith Ford
12.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
DalMolin Excavating LLC
05.2023 - 12.2023
Automotive Technician
Courtesy Ford Of Globe LLC
08.2022 - 04.2023
Automotive Technician
McSpadden Ford
05.2020 - 08.2022
Operator Foreman
Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc., A Carylon
10.2018 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Globe High School