JOSEPH KENNEDY
Silver City,NM
Summary
Hardworking Automotive Technician with 25 years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
RIDGEWOOD MOTORS
Silver City, NM
12.2011 - 06.2017
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Automotive Mechanic/Tow Truck Operator
BIGHORN TOWING & AUTO
SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Automotive Technician/Heavy Line Mechanic
HARALSON FLEET
Safford, AZ
06.2007 - 10.2009
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Automotive Technician
MILLS COOPER
Silver City, NM
06.2004 - 01.2007
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Education
Automotive Mechanic / DIESEL REPAIR
GM
Silver City, NM GM DEALERSHIPDiesel Mechanics
FORD STARS
Safford, AZ FORD DEALERSHIPGED -
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM1994
Skills
- Preventive maintenance services
- Diagnostic skills
- Installing equipment
- 25 vehicles background
- Inspecting vehicles
- Brake systems understanding
- Rebuilding engines
Timeline
Automotive Technician
RIDGEWOOD MOTORS
12.2011 - 06.2017
Automotive Mechanic/Tow Truck Operator
BIGHORN TOWING & AUTO
01.2010 - 01.2012
Automotive Technician/Heavy Line Mechanic
HARALSON FLEET
06.2007 - 10.2009
Automotive Technician
MILLS COOPER
06.2004 - 01.2007
Automotive Mechanic / DIESEL REPAIR
GM
Diesel Mechanics
FORD STARS
GED -
Western New Mexico University
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