John Geckles
Arab,AL
Summary
Hands-on automotive and diesel mechanic with experience in repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance across fleet and shop settings. Known for reliability, punctuality, and clear communication. Brings strong technical skills, team collaboration, and a commitment to accurate, safe work.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Marvins Building Materials
Arab, Alabama
05.2026 - Current
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Processed cash, card, and check payments at building materials checkout counter.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Greeted contractors and homeowners with friendly service at the front register.
- Scanned lumber, hardware, and project supplies using a point-of-sale system.
- Checked prices, discounts, and item codes for building supply purchases.
- Verified prices, discounts, and item codes for building supply purchases.
- Balanced register drawer and prepared daily cash reports.
- Maintained clean checkout area and stocked nearby receipt supplies.
- Directed customers to paint, tools, and material locations inside a store.
- Restocked merchandise on shelves to ensure adequate inventory.
- Supported team operations by completing tasks assigned by management.
Deisel technician
Geckles Trucking L.L.C
Arab, Alabama
08.2023 - Current
- Serviced Geckles Trucking's diesel engines, fuel systems, and drivetrain components
- Diagnosed and repaired brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains, and transmission clutches to restore vehicle performance.
- Repaired brakes, suspension parts, and steering systems on fleet vehicles
- Performed preventive maintenance inspections on tractors, trailers, and heavy-duty trucks
- Conducted regular inspections of vehicles to identify any potential safety risks before they become major problems.
- Replaced worn out parts such as injectors, pumps, air filters, spark plugs and belts.
- Replaced worn filters, fluids, belts, hoses, and damaged components
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
- Ensured fan belts were functioning properly to maintain engine performance for wear or tension issues and replaced them if necessary.
- Executed road service for remote breakdowns, ensuring safe and operational return of equipment.
- Conducted damage inspections on vehicles and executed repairs.
- Coordinated with dispatch and drivers to schedule truck repairs
- Maintained clean work areas and followed safety procedures in shop operations
- Resealed oil pans after changing oil filters or performing other related services.
- Partnered with manager to learn new skills using technician training and hands-on coaching.
- Examined protective guards, loose bolts and safety devices on trucks to make adjustments.
- Raised trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment with hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Built positive relationships with customers to enhance satisfaction and trust.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added the correct amounts of fluids.
Automotive Mechanic
Marshall county tech school
Guntersville, Alabama
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and suspension systems using shop tools
- Replaced defective engines, suspension systems, transmissions, exhaust systems, radiators and related components.
- Repaired and replaced worn brake pads, wheel bearings, and other automotive parts.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Tested vehicle performance to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights and steering mechanisms.
- Inspected vehicles for necessary repairs or preventive maintenance.
- Maintained automotive lifts, hand tools, and diagnostic equipment
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added the correct amounts of fluids.
- Checked fluid levels in cooling systems, power steering reservoirs and other components of the car.
- Assessed brakes to identify wear and ensure reliable vehicle performance. and assessed whether pads needed replacement; discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Followed safety procedures while working on cars to minimize risks of injury or accidents.
- Ensured cleanliness of work bays to promote efficiency and safety in the repair process. and organized parts storage in Marshall County Tech School
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshall County Technical School
Guntersville, AL05-2023
Skills
- Point of sale
- Price verification
- Checkout accuracy
- Order taking
- Inventory management
- Daily reporting
- Customer engagement
- Customer engagement
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Reliability and punctuality
- Dependability and reliability
- Work ethic and integrity
- Safety protocols
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Cashier
Marvins Building Materials
05.2026 - Current
Deisel technician
Geckles Trucking L.L.C
08.2023 - Current
Automotive Mechanic
Marshall county tech school
08.2020 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Marshall County Technical School