Fatima Andrade
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Akima Facilities Management
Fort Carson, CO
11.2023 - Current
- Handled repair work and maintenance to keep vehicles functional.
- Contributed to cost savings by accurately identifying necessary parts for repairs, minimizing waste and optimizing resource usage.
- Troubleshot vehicle faults and successfully operated heavy diesel equipment.
- Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating maintenance logs for each serviced vehicle according to regulations.
Fleet Technician
Serco NA
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2022 - Current
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
- Replaced worn out parts with new components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army
Fort Carson, CO
03.2019 - 09.2022
- Maintained records of all work performed on each vehicle in the form of a service logbook.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Assisted other mechanics in performing complex repairs when needed.
- Inspected and tested vehicles to diagnose faults using electronic testing equipment.
- Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted brakes, steering systems and related components of motor vehicles.
- Operated various types of motorized equipment such as forklifts for loading and unloading materials.
- Performed preventive maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Ordered special replacement parts and components for heavy equipment.
- Changed out transmissions according to manufacturer's specifications using a transmission jack.
Assistant Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
Falls Church, VA
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on and motivational leadership.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Delegated tasks to team members based upon skill level and to achieve organizational goals.
- Supervised receiving and stockroom activities to identify opportunities with inventory and prevent shrinkage.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VASome College (No Degree) -
Pikes Peak State College
Associate of Applied Science -
IntelliTec College - Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COHigh School Diploma -
Centreville High School
Clifton, VA06.2016
Skills
- Wheel Bearings
- Equipment and Machinery Lubrication
- Visual Inspection
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Brake System Maintenance
- Decision-Making
- Routine Maintenance
- Battery Checks
- Safety Examination and Adjustment
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Oil Changes
- Parts Installation
- Brakes and Tires
- Documentation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Organization
- Verbal and written communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Akima Facilities Management
11.2023 - Current
Fleet Technician
Serco NA
09.2022 - Current
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army
03.2019 - 09.2022
Assistant Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
04.2017 - 01.2019
Some College (No Degree) -
Northern Virginia Community College
Some College (No Degree) -
Pikes Peak State College
Associate of Applied Science -
IntelliTec College - Colorado Springs
High School Diploma -
Centreville High School