Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Repairing and maintaining automotive vehicles,
ensuring that they function efficiently and safely
Discussing issues with clients and providing accurate price quotes for work
Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately.
Inspecting vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade
Performing routine maintenance work, such as part lubrication, fluid changes, and tire rotation
Conducting test drives to verify the performance of vehicles.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Parks and Ground
Shasta County Public Works
10.2023 - Current
Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
Trimmed trees, bushes and shrubs to keep vegetation aesthetically pleasing.
Care Provider
Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services
01.2005 - Current
Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Automotive Mechanic
Self-employeed
03.2000 - Current
Twenty + years of experience
Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
Parts Specialist
LKQ
11.2010 - 12.2021
Placed vehicle inventory numbers on parts to properly identify items for counter associates.
Analyzed orders to pull parts from yard and warehouse with power tools and equipment.
Performed quality control inspections on parts and packaged parts for delivery or sale.
Removed usable parts and non-ferrous items from wreckage before scraping.
FID
Walmart DC 6026
01.2001 - 07.2010
Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Construction Worker
North State Construction
08.1997 - 11.2000
Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings and valves of various sizes.
Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
Observed all safety measures and company equipment policies to prevent job site accidents.
Checked and tested underground gas lines and pipes to verify proper functionality.
Read and understood drawings, written instructions and blueprints to plan work and layout pipe.