Girard J. Coia
Media,PA
Summary
Great problem-solver with strong background as qualified [tech]. Knowledgeable about different automotive systems, parts and typical problems. Brings proven abilities in locating sources of faults and completing quality repairs. I've been at my shop since i was ten with my dad and took over in late 1983 till Feb 2024. Not only am i an owner and self employed but i was also a tech on the floor with 4 other employees.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety and Emission Inspection Mechanic
Gla Auto Repairs Inc. T/A Jerry's Auto Repairs
Philadelphia , PA
1983.10 - 2024.02
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Assessed vehicles or machinery to accurately diagnose and repair issues.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Teamed up with Aspira and Edision High School to give students a job during summer months to learn.
- I've been in business 40 + years and just sold the shop Feb 2024.
Head Coach Middle School Football
Springton Lake Middle School
Media , PA
2019.08 - 2021.11
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Collaborated with peer and parent liaisons to achieve program growth while managing coaching development.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
- Made the game fun.
Head Coach
Rose Tree Colts Football
Media , PA
2013.08 - 2019.11
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Collaborated with peer and parent liaisons to achieve program growth while managing coaching development.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
- Also served as Treasurer and board member from 2012 - 2019
Education
State Inspection Mechanic - Automotive Mechanics
Mcgowen Insitute
Philadelphia, PA1983-05
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
Philadelphia, PA1976-06
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Temple University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- System Upgrades
- Vehicle inspections
- Quality Assurance
- Work Order Management
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems
- Inventory Management
- Engine repair
- Fleet maintenance
- Diagnostics
- Workplace Safety
- Problem diagnosis
- Troubleshooting skills
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Preventive Maintenance
- Cooling systems
- Road-Worthiness Evaluations
Affiliations
- Coached Football for 10 years, volunteered coaching football, Baseball, Basketball also in that time period. I was a treasurer and board member and organized fund raisers and charity work. I myself played football in high school and college. I played semi pro football at Jardell and Max Myers in Phila. Then i went on to play and coach Softball for 28 years.
Accomplishments
Beside being in business for 40 plus years i enjoyed the customers and the everyday tasks that came along. Committee Man and Machine inspector in Phila. for 30 years. Received an Award for Accomplishment from Rose Tree School District for having Lightweight and Heavyweight Football teams going unbeaten in 2019.
Certification
- I have my Safety Inspection, Emission tech and operator Licenses. I have Mac AC License along with many certs for over the years of classes thru Snap On Tools.
Timeline
Head Coach Middle School Football
Springton Lake Middle School
2019.08 - 2021.11
Head Coach
Rose Tree Colts Football
2013.08 - 2019.11
Safety and Emission Inspection Mechanic
Gla Auto Repairs Inc. T/A Jerry's Auto Repairs
1983.10 - 2024.02
State Inspection Mechanic - Automotive Mechanics
Mcgowen Insitute
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Temple University
- I have my Safety Inspection, Emission tech and operator Licenses. I have Mac AC License along with many certs for over the years of classes thru Snap On Tools.
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