Joshua Woodruff
Middletown,OH
Summary
Skilled automotive repair professional with a solid history of success working on both domestic and import vehicles. Competent in locating problems and performing timely, accurate repairs. Offering several years in the field and a hardworking, reliable nature. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Subaru Of Dayton
Miamisburg, OH
04.2021 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
Machinist
Xtek
Sharonville, OH
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
Heavy Truck Mechanic
Jack Doheny
Reading, OH
10.2016 - 11.2019
- Performed preventative maintenance, such as lubricating parts and components, on a variety of heavy trucks.
- Identified worn or damaged parts that needed replacement or repair.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts and components on heavy trucks.
- Operated hoists, lifts, jacks, wrenches, grinders and other tools to perform repairs.
Tire Technician, Mechanic
Tire discounters
Milford, OH
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Inspected tires for defects and wear, measured tread depth and determined need for replacement.
- Repaired punctures in tubeless tires by patching or plugging holes with rubber materials.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as oil changes, brake jobs and filter replacements.
- Adhered to all safety procedures when operating equipment such as lifts and hoists.
- Aligned vehicle wheels according to manufacturer specifications.
- Balanced wheels using electronic machines to ensure even tire wear.
- Tested batteries, brakes, shocks, struts, suspension systems, exhausts system components and other parts related to tire installation process.
- Examined tire sidewalls for signs of damage or excessive wear due to improper alignment or overloading of vehicle.
- Performed minor repairs, such as valve stem replacements, on customer vehicles' tires.
- Replaced worn tires with new ones of the same size and type.
- Checked tire inflation pressure on a regular basis and adjusted air pressure if needed.
- Rotated tires and reset tire pressure monitoring systems.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
Car Detailer, Lube Tech
Borcherding
Cincinnati, OH
02.2008 - 06.2012
- Applied dressing to vinyl surfaces such as dashboards, door panels, consoles and armrests.
- Vacuumed carpets and upholstery to remove dust and dirt particles.
- Polished chrome trim with a soft cloth or buffer.
- Inspected tires for wear patterns or punctures; replaced worn tires as needed.
- Checked for any damage to the vehicle's interior or exterior before beginning detailing work.
- Washed exterior surfaces to remove dirt and debris from the body of the vehicle.
- Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, water hoses, vacuums and other specialized equipment.
- Cleaned windows inside and out using glass cleaner solution.
- Tested batteries using specialized equipment such as digital multimeters.
- Inspected and changed air filters, fuel filters, transmission fluid, coolant levels and other fluids as needed.
- Performed oil changes and lubrication services on a variety of vehicles.
Food Service Worker
Kings Island Amusement Park
Mason, OH
05.2005 - 10.2007
- Followed established cash handling procedures when collecting payment from customers.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling sharp objects or hazardous materials.
- Operated dishwashing machines safely and efficiently.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.
- Performed opening and closing duties as assigned by management.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milford Sr High School
Milford, OH03-2010
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems
- Vehicle inspections
- Maintenance and repairs
- Documentation And Reporting
- Safety Procedures
- Diagnostics
- Engine repair
- Crane Operations
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Timeline
Mechanic
Subaru Of Dayton
04.2021 - Current
Machinist
Xtek
11.2019 - 04.2021
Heavy Truck Mechanic
Jack Doheny
10.2016 - 11.2019
Tire Technician, Mechanic
Tire discounters
03.2012 - 09.2016
Car Detailer, Lube Tech
Borcherding
02.2008 - 06.2012
Food Service Worker
Kings Island Amusement Park
05.2005 - 10.2007
High School Diploma -
Milford Sr High School