James Kinney
Lexington,NC
Summary
Dedicated Automotive Technician with 30+ years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Focused on satisfying customers, supporting team and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge and excellent customer service skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cylinder Technician
Pneumatic cylinder & couplers
Machesney Park, IL
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Pulled work orders,gathered parts, Built air cylinders ,checked them for leaks and sent them out.
- Tested cylinder performance after completion of repairs using pressure gauges and other instruments.
- Adjusted valves, regulators and seals to ensure proper functioning of the cylinder system.
- Cleaned and lubricated cylinders on a regular basis to prevent wear and tear from occurring prematurely.
Run Cnc Machines
Dickson automatic tool
Rockford, IL
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
- Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
- Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
- Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment.
- Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
- Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
Transporter
Mercedes Benz
Greensboro, NC
04.2014 - 07.2019
- Loaded vehicles onto car carriers for transport.
- Verified vehicle information and condition prior to loading.
- Checked paperwork for accuracy and completeness before loading vehicles.
- Inspected trucks prior to departure to ensure they were in good working order.
- Secured cargo using chains, straps, or other securement devices.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding route changes or delays due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Delivered vehicles safely and efficiently to their destination on time.
- Unloaded vehicles from car carrier upon arrival at destination site.
- Provided customer service by responding promptly to inquiries about delivery status or any other related issues.
- Inspected delivered items for damage or discrepancies between item ordered and delivered item.
- Conducted daily pre-trip inspections of assigned truck's brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels.
- Ensured that all required documents were properly completed including bills of lading, manifests, shipping orders.
- Adhered strictly to company guidelines regarding route selection and safe driving practices.
- Interacted with customers which helped to builds positive relationships.
- Logged key information regarding each trip, including mileage, fuel and hours on road.
Matience Mechanic
Ommni
Winston Salem, OR
10.2008 - 01.2013
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
Engine Builder
Triad engine exchange
Greensboro, NC
12.1997 - 05.2007
- Assembled and tested engines using hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and other specialized equipment.
- Checked engine components for accuracy of fit and alignment prior to assembly.
- Inspected parts for defects such as cracks, chips, breaks or other imperfections before assembly.
- Dismantled engines to inspect for wear or damage and replaced worn or damaged parts as needed.
- Rebuilt engines from the ground up by installing pistons, crankshafts, camshafts, valves and other components.
- Adjusted valve clearances according to manufacturer specifications.
- Diagnosed problems with existing engines through visual inspection or computerized testing equipment.
- Cleaned engine parts using solvents and abrasive materials prior to assembly.
- Organized supplies needed for each job so that all necessary parts were available at the time of assembly.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while performing tasks related to engine building.
- Kept work areas organized and clean to maximize productivity.
- Looked for faulty components in assembly processes to prevent accidents and errors.
Education
Northeast High School
Greensboro, NCSkills
- Pressure testing
- Leak detection
- Equipment Calibration
- Pneumatic Systems
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Hand tools proficiency
- Customer Service
- Engine overhauls
- Bay maintenance
- Inspecting vehicles
- Vehicle Inspection
- Changing Oil
- Alignments experience
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Cylinder Technician
Pneumatic cylinder & couplers
10.2022 - 02.2024
Run Cnc Machines
Dickson automatic tool
03.2020 - 08.2022
Transporter
Mercedes Benz
04.2014 - 07.2019
Matience Mechanic
Ommni
10.2008 - 01.2013
Engine Builder
Triad engine exchange
12.1997 - 05.2007
Northeast High School