Kris Thomas
Louisburg,NC
Summary
Fabricator with 7 years of experience in vehicle maintenance and automotive repair, specializing in welding and diagnostics. Demonstrates persistent and goal-oriented work ethic, with a proven track record of enhancing vehicle performance and customer satisfaction. Skilled in utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and executing efficient repair strategies to minimize downtime.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Mavis Tire
Wake Forest , NC
08.2023 - Current
- Conducts vehicle maintenance and repairs, diagnosing issues for optimal performance
- Replaces brakes, wheel bearings, and sensors, ensuring safety and reliability
- Executes suspension and alignment repairs, improving vehicle handling and longevity
- Identifies and resolves mechanical problems, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Utilizes diagnostic tools to accurately assess and fix vehicle issues
- Diagnose complex vehicle issues, implement efficient repair strategies, and optimize maintenance processes to minimize downtime and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Diagnose complex vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools, implementing efficient repair strategies to minimize downtime and enhance customer satisfaction.
Fabricator
Leonards Buildings & Truck Accessories
Wake Forest, NC
11.2021 - Current
- Apply bedliner coatings and install accessories, ensuring precise fit and finish for optimal performance.
- Wire trailer lights and install brake break-away cables, enhancing vehicle safety and compliance.
- Operate forklift to efficiently move equipment, contributing to streamlined workflow and reduced downtime.
- Utilize manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, ensuring structural integrity.
- Expertly apply specialized coatings and install accessories, ensuring precise fit. Wire complex electrical systems, enhancing vehicle safety and functionality.
Accessories Specialist
Capital Chevrolet
Raleigh, NC
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Performed oil changes, filter replacements, and tire rotations, ensuring optimal vehicle performance.
- Conducted brake replacements and general maintenance, enhancing vehicle safety and reliability.
- Installed bedliners and accessories, improving vehicle functionality and customer satisfaction.
- Executed pre-delivery inspections, ensuring vehicles met quality standards before customer delivery.
- Performed comprehensive vehicle maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, brake replacements, and fluid checks. Specialized in bedliner spraying and accessory installation.
- Streamlined pre-delivery inspection process, enhancing efficiency and ensuring vehicles met quality standards. Consistently met service turnaround targets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wake Youth Men's Academy
Raleigh, NC06-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NCSkills
Hand and power tools
- Inventory Management
- Mechanical Systems
- Work Order Management
- Vehicle inspections
- Hydraulic Repair
- Blueprint Reading
- Low Voltage
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Welding
- OSHA
- Performance Tuning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanic
Mavis Tire
08.2023 - Current
Fabricator
Leonards Buildings & Truck Accessories
11.2021 - Current
Accessories Specialist
Capital Chevrolet
11.2018 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Wake Youth Men's Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Wake Technical Community College
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