James Foster
Dingmans Ferry,PA
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse vehicles through troubleshooting and diagnostics. Successful at adapting to new procedures, makes, and models. Safely lifts up to [Number] pounds.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Bridgestone Firestone
01.2010 - Current
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to prepare detailed repair estimates.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School
Milford, PASkills
- Drawing Interpretation
- Customer Relationship Management
- Drive Vehicles
- Problem Diagnosis
- Fluid Level Testing
- Auto and Engine Repair
- Engine Components
- Safety Procedures
- System Troubleshooting
- Codes Implementation
- Coolant Flushes
- Filter Replacement
- Active Listening
- Workplace Safety
- Diagnostics Systems
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- New Employee Training
- Work Order Management Software
- Inspect Vehicles
- ASE Certified
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanics
Timeline
Mechanic
Bridgestone Firestone
01.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School
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