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Nicholas Zink

Jackson

Summary

Skilled Fleet Mechanic with a proven track record at Phelps Towing, excelling in diagnosing and repairing vehicles, including heavy equipment and diesel engines. Demonstrates technical aptitude and a commitment to maintaining maintenance records, ensuring over 30 fleet vehicles meet safety standards. Known for exceptional problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fleet Mechanic

Phelps Towing
02.2021 - Current
  • Used computer equipment, hand tools and technical skills to diagnose faults.
  • Submitted invoices and completed warranty paperwork.
  • Completed multi-point inspections and washed and refueled units.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance services for 32 pieces of equipment and fleet vehicles.
  • Prepared vehicles for annual DOT inspections.
  • Performed troubleshooting, repair and updates to vehicle software packages.

Mechanic

Smith's Service Inc
07.2017 - 02.2021
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.

Mechanic

Auto Lab
11.2016 - 07.2017
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.

Education

High School Diploma -

Grass Lake High School
Grass Lake, MI
05-2017

Skills

  • Brake system repair
  • Heavy equipment maintenance
  • Specializing in gasoline and diesel engines
  • Technical aptitude
  • Transmission repair
  • Hydraulic systems repair
  • Air conditioning service
  • Maintaining maintenance records
  • Operating equipment
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Diagnosing problems

Certification

Michigan Mechanic's License

Timeline

Fleet Mechanic

Phelps Towing
02.2021 - Current

Mechanic

Smith's Service Inc
07.2017 - 02.2021

Mechanic

Auto Lab
11.2016 - 07.2017

High School Diploma -

Grass Lake High School
Nicholas Zink