Jacob Farden
Wasco,IL
Summary
Hardworking Automotive Technician with 6 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.
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards.
Talented laborer with solid experience, teamwork abilities and understanding of safety. Competent helping teams complete work through effective materials handling, trash removal and equipment operation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Locksmith Technician
Cops Incorporated Security Solutions
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Repaired panic hardware and alarm detection connections on doors.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate security solutions based on their specific needs and preferences.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, ensuring adequate stock availability for completing assigned tasks without delays.
- Increased business revenue by upselling additional security products and services to clients during service calls.
- Performed accurate diagnostics on malfunctioning locks to identify issues and implement appropriate repair solutions swiftly.
- Drilled into locked safes to open for legal owners who lost keys or inherited systems.
- Enhanced security measures by installing and maintaining various lock systems in residential, commercial
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Installed new door hardware such as locks, plates, and closers
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Machine Operator
Illinois Valley Plastics
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Petroleum Construction Worker
Total Petroleum Service Company
09.2015 - 01.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material for job sites.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Install underground petroleum piping.
- Install underground tanks and containment protection parts on tanks.
- Ran Bobcat to breakout and remove concrete, clear snow off parking lot.
- Install various models of fuel dispensers.
Automotive Service Technician
Mike Murphy Ford
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Saved customers money by recommending appropriate maintenance schedules based on vehicle usage patterns.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment to promote optimal productivity and adherence to safety standards.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Repaired brake, exhaust and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Autobody Technology
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL04.2010
Skills
- Hardware Installation
- Commercial Lock Solutions
- Suspension Systems
- Willing to Learn
- Customer Relations
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Troubleshooting skills
- Inspection skills
- Traffic direction
- Demolition
- OSHA Compliance
Certification
Timeline
Locksmith Technician
Cops Incorporated Security Solutions
06.2023 - 03.2024
Machine Operator
Illinois Valley Plastics
01.2022 - 06.2023
Petroleum Construction Worker
Total Petroleum Service Company
09.2015 - 01.2022
Automotive Service Technician
Mike Murphy Ford
08.2013 - 09.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Autobody Technology
Illinois Central College
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