Joshua Schofield
Tremonton,UT
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance, upgrades and repairs on classic vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic, Fabricator, Assembly
Nudeez Customs
Layton, UT
09.2019 - Current
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
- Raised safety standards for vehicles by performing comprehensive brake system repairs and replacements.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Install aftermarket air conditioning systems. Fabricate custom hoses and brackets. Charge systems and check for leaks
- Complete fuel systems. Rebuild and tune carburetors and aftermarket and factory EFI systems
- Install OE and aftermarket fronts and rear suspensions, rack and pinion retrofits
- Complete brake systems. OE and aftermarket. Build new brake lines, brackets, mounts, pedals, boosters, vacuum, hydraulic, and electric
- Engine and transmission swaps
- Cooling sytems
- Electrical wiring, new complete kits and repairs
- Engine management
Shop Manager, Mechanic, Painter, Fabricator
BARE BONES CUSTOMS
Ogden
10.2014 - 05.2017
- Complete tear down and rebuild of classic cars.
- Rust repair
- panel sectioning
- panel replacement
- corrosion protection
- paint stripping
- dent repair
- applying primers, sealers, basecoats, topcoats, tri-coats, candy, clearcoat, custom graphics
- interior
- wiring
- suspension setup
- mechanical repairs
- equipment maintenance
- parts ordering
Instructor
WEBER STATE UNIVERITY
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Teach students basics of auto refinishing and minor dent repair using hammer and dolly, and skills needed to start as a paint prepper in a autobody shop
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
manager
JIFFY LUBE
Layton, UT
01.2006 - 10.2014
- Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties
- Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees, or oversee those personnel processes
- Perform sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Paint prepper
MARK MILLER PONTIAC
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Prep cars for paint including,Sand existing paint, feather bodywork edges, apply primers, apply paint to door jambs, underhood, and exterior panels, aplpying masking paper and tape to prevent oversprayMix paint from manufactures paint code and checking variants with spray out cards, color blending panels for colormatch, Color sanding and polishing blend edges and minor paint flawsApplying handpainted pinstripes along with vinyl decals
Paint prepper
JACK HARRIS AUTOBODY
03.1997 - 06.2001
Education
Autobody Collision and Repair -
DAVIS APPLIED TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
Kaysville, UtahUNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Phoenix, ArizonaHigh School Diploma -
MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL
Kaysville, Utah06.1996
Skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake Systems
- Diagnostic abilities
- Mechanical Systems
- Welding and fabrication
- Belt and hose replacements
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Workplace Safety
- Fluid Exchanges
- Fuel systems
- Forklift
- Lift operations
- Welding
- Electrical diagnosis and repair
Timeline
Mechanic, Fabricator, Assembly
Nudeez Customs
09.2019 - Current
Instructor
WEBER STATE UNIVERITY
06.2016 - 09.2016
Shop Manager, Mechanic, Painter, Fabricator
BARE BONES CUSTOMS
10.2014 - 05.2017
manager
JIFFY LUBE
01.2006 - 10.2014
Paint prepper
MARK MILLER PONTIAC
01.2001 - 01.2003
Paint prepper
JACK HARRIS AUTOBODY
03.1997 - 06.2001
Autobody Collision and Repair -
DAVIS APPLIED TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
High School Diploma -
MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL