Gordon Gable
Summary
Auto Mechanic with 30 year history of repairing and maintaining vehicles. Troubleshoots and fixes vehicle issues to maintain maximum reliability and functionality. Well-versed in complex mechanical and electronic systems with excellent problem-solving abilities and good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Automotive professional with strong background working on all types of vehicles. Quick to identify mechanical issues and complete repairs. Bringing strong work ethic and record of reliability. Knowledgeable automotive professional with background servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles and trucks. Experienced in servicing brakes, exhaust systems and engines for diverse makes and models.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel/Auto Mechanic
United Road Towing
2010.06 - 2023.12
- Performed routine maintenance and repair of vehicles, trailers.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Maintained vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Diesel Mechanic
EMM Emergency Breakown Service
1995.11 - 2010.06
- Emergency breakdown service for fleet trucks for Yellow Freight and Roadway.
- Maintenance on fleet for the the Town of Chicago Ridge - Ambulances and police cars.
- Maintenance on Penske vehicles.
- Order parts and maintain records.
Auto Mechanic
Firestone Auto
1982.07 - 1995.11
- Basic maintenance for all types of vehicles.
- Brakes, tune ups, front end alignment, shocks, struts, and tires.
- Order parts and give customers quotes and explain breakdown of service.
Education
Trade School - Auto/Diesel Mechanic
Nashville Auto Diesel
Nashville, TN05.1982
High School Diploma -
Lockport High School
Lockport, IL06.1981
Skills
- Grease and Lubricant Application
- Electrical understanding
- Steering and suspension maintenance
- Parts Fabrication
- Preventive maintenance services
- Engine Rebuilds
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
Timeline
Diesel/Auto Mechanic
United Road Towing
2010.06 - 2023.12
Diesel Mechanic
EMM Emergency Breakown Service
1995.11 - 2010.06
Auto Mechanic
Firestone Auto
1982.07 - 1995.11
Trade School - Auto/Diesel Mechanic
Nashville Auto Diesel
High School Diploma -
Lockport High School
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