JACOBE PHILLIPS
SIERRA VISTA,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented Powersports Technician and Mechanic with hands-on experience in servicing motorcycles, ATVs, and side-by-side vehicles. Expertise in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs, complemented by ASE Certification and CDL Class B license. Committed to safety and quality workmanship while fostering continuous professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Motorcycle Mechanic
Cochise Motorsports
Sierra Vista, AZ, AZ
12.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in motorcycles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Deliver motorcycles and side-by-side vehicles safely to customers’ homes and businesses.
- Diagnose, maintain, and repair Honda on-road and off-road vehicles.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on Polaris powersports vehicles, including ATVs and side-by-sides.
- Service and repair Yamaha on-road and off-road vehicles.
- Diagnose and repair Can-Am on-road and off-road vehicles.
- Perform inspections and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Work a consistent schedule of 8-hour shifts, Tuesday through Saturday.
Bus Driver/ Mechanic
Tombstone Unified School District
Sierra Vista, AZ, Az
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Transportation Driver
Student Transportation of America
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: Transportation Driver under contracted services to the Sierra Vista Unified School District for pre-school though grade 12
- Daily transportation included ensuring safety of children, daily maintenance on buses, cleaning and servicing transport vehicles on a daily basis
- Delivered out-of-town transportation services for various activities
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Coordinated efficient routes to minimize delays and improve schedule adherence.
- Provided out-of-town activity transportation services as driver
- Improved satisfaction through timely and professional transportation services.
Diesel/Automotive Mechanic
SOUTHWEST MOTOR SERVICES GROUP
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Diesel & Automotive Mechanic - Full Time 40 hours + weekly
- Serviced diesel units including Caterpillar, John Deere, Kubota, and Cummins, enhancing reliability and performance
- Serviced OTR tractors, trailers, and commercial hauling transporters
- Diagnosed, adjusted, repaired, and overhauled equipment deficiencies to ensure optimal performance
- OTR Tractors, Trailers, commercial hauling transporters
- Performed mobile road service for RVs, trucks, and cars
Maintenance-Mechanic Intern
JACK FURRIER AUTOMOTIVE
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained consistent schedule of 28 hours per week, including daily shifts and Saturday hours
- Assisted journeyman mechanics with engine repairs and lubrication
- Performed breakdown, replacement, and repair of tires to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
- Collected parts and conducted vehicle test drives to verify performance before customer delivery.
- Completed various mechanic duties to support team operations and vehicle maintenance.
Education
Diesel Technology II - Diesel Technology II
UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Avondale, AZHigh School Diploma - Complex automotive engine repairs
BUENA HIGH SCHOOL
Sierra Vista, AZSkills
- Motorcycle maintenance certification
- Motorcycle diagnostics
- Motorcycle safety regulations
- Motorcycle handling techniques
- Two-stroke engine repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Diagnostic abilities
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety practices
Skills
Class B, Air Brakes, Driver: non-school bus, Driver: School Bus w/passengers, Diesel Engines, Diesel Fuel Systems, Power Trains, Brakes, Hydraulics, Transport Refrigeration, Preventatives, Transmissions, Steering, Suspensions, Electrical, Maintenance
Employmentobjective
Work as a Driver of Heavy Mobile Equipment. Perform Driving/hauling duties. If required provide/report diagnosis, adjustments, repairs, for heavy equipment deficiencies. Provide related driving and other tasks as needed on a variety of ground support equipment, utilizing hands on job experience and UTI professional training.
Additional Information
UTI SKILL TRAINING & CDL WITH ENDORSEMENTS:
* Class B - single vehicle GVWR 26,000 lbs + * Air Brakes
*Driver: non-school bus * Driver: School Bus w/passengers
ASE Certified:
* Diesel Engines * Diesel Fuel Systems *Power Trains * Brakes
*Hydraulics * Transport Refrigeration *Preventatives * Transmissions
*Steering * Suspensions *Electrical *Maintenance
*CDL B
Timeline
Motorcycle Mechanic
Cochise Motorsports
12.2024 - Current
Bus Driver/ Mechanic
Tombstone Unified School District
12.2023 - 12.2024
Transportation Driver
Student Transportation of America
05.2022 - 12.2023
Diesel/Automotive Mechanic
SOUTHWEST MOTOR SERVICES GROUP
08.2020 - 05.2022
Maintenance-Mechanic Intern
JACK FURRIER AUTOMOTIVE
06.2017 - 03.2019
Diesel Technology II - Diesel Technology II
UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
High School Diploma - Complex automotive engine repairs
BUENA HIGH SCHOOL