John Thompson
CA
Summary
Experienced Mechanic with a solid track record of diagnosing, repairing, and maintenance services. Highly skilled in analyzing complex issues, implementing effective troubleshooting, and conducting preventive maintenance. Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse vehicles through troubleshooting and diagnostics. Successful at adapting to new procedures, makes, and models. Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on luxury vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions. Seasoned automotive repair professional adept at inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing wide range of vehicles and issues. Knowledgeable about service schedules, well-versed in reading technical documentation and familiar with scoping various components. ASE Master Certified. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Mercedes Mechanic
CK AUTO EXCLUSIVE
01.2015 - Current
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to prepare detailed repair estimates.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to provide detailed repair estimates.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts
Education
Maria Carrillo High School
Santa Rosa, CA05.2014
Skills
- Collaborating with team members to optimize work flow efficiency
- Knowledgeable in automotive repair and high end vehicles
- Inspecting vehicles
- System repairs
- Managing parts
- Installing equipment
- Replacing parts
- Engine rebuilds
- Engine replacements
- Calibration understanding
- Preventive and corrective maintenance according to OEM
- Communicating with customers regarding vehicle issues and potential repairs
- Performance tuning
- Steering/suspension systems
- Ability to learn quickly
- Punctual
- Experienced in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent customer service
- Vehicle test drives
- Inventory Management
- Hand and power tools
- Work Order Management
- System Upgrades
- Vehicle inspections
- Quality Assurance
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems
- Repairs knowledge
- Workplace Safety
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Auto and engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- OSHA
- Suspension Systems
- Computerized Diagnostics
- Fuel systems
- Steering systems
- Safety Procedures
- Ignition system repair
- Safety Management
- Brake Systems
- Equipment fine-tuning
- Power Steering Repair
- Wheel Alignment
- Engine repair
- Performance Tuning
- Grease and Lubricant Application
- Troubleshooting skills
- Diagnostic abilities
- Maintenance and repairs
- Codes implementation
- Component Repairs
- Problem diagnosis
- Road-Worthiness Evaluations
- Systems troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Price Quoting
- Automotive diagnostics
- Tool retrieval
- Documentation And Reporting
- Recordkeeping
- Equipment adjustment
- Air conditioning systems
- Defective Parts Disassembly
Personal Information
Title: Mercedes Mechanic
Timeline
Mercedes Mechanic
CK AUTO EXCLUSIVE
01.2015 - Current
Maria Carrillo High School
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