Nathaniel Shorter
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Highly adaptable Mechanic consistently guarantees customers short turnaround times for auto repairs. Focused on quality and customer satisfaction. Detailed understanding of safety mandates and regulations to maintain safe work environment.
Experienced in running drying equipment to prepare materials. Moves heavy loads alone, with team members, or using equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks. Knowledgeable about setting up and running machinery and focused on maximizing efficiency and meeting demanding production targets.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Nate Bob's Garage
Tacoma, WA
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive inspections and servicing of critical systems, maintaining vehicle safety and functionality.
- Diagnosed and repaired various vehicle issues using diagnostic tools.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts, enhancing vehicle safety and reliability with hand tools and power tools.
- Executed routine maintenance on cars, ensuring optimal performance through oil changes and tire rotations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow in the garage.
Mechanic
Self Employed Mechanic
Tacoma, WA
05.2012 - 03.2024
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and other critical vehicle systems.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, and engines.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
Production Molder
Atlas Foundry
Tacoma, WA
09.2009 - 08.2011
- Operated molding machines, producing high-quality castings that met diverse application specifications.
- Prepared molds by cleaning and assembling core components, ensuring readiness for production runs.
- Monitored mold curing processes to ensure proper setting and alignment.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, identifying defects and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
Bakery Production Worker
De Wafelbakkers
North Little Rock, AR
01.2006 - 07.2008
- Mixed and measured ingredients according to established recipes.
- Monitored baking times to ensure product quality and consistency.
- Ensured quality standards were met throughout the production process.
- Inspected product for defects or deviations from standard specifications.
- Operated production equipment for baking various products.
- Assisted with the packaging and labeling of finished products.
- Stacked boxes of finished products onto pallets for shipping purposes.
Education
Dollarway Sr High School
Pine Bluff, ARSkills
- Sanitation procedures
- Batch production
- Multitasking and organization
- Equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Preventive maintenance
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Safety compliance
- Temperature monitoring
- Food safety compliance
Timeline
Mechanic
Nate Bob's Garage
04.2024 - Current
Mechanic
Self Employed Mechanic
05.2012 - 03.2024
Production Molder
Atlas Foundry
09.2009 - 08.2011
Bakery Production Worker
De Wafelbakkers
01.2006 - 07.2008
Dollarway Sr High School