PAUL YANDELL
Spokane,Washington
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
CLERK
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
Spokane, Washington
05.2020 - 04.2023
- Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness of the checkout area by sweeping floors, emptying trash cans.
- Ensured that all areas of the retail floor were properly stocked throughout each shift.
- Operated cash registers to process payments for goods and services.
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
- Exchanged and returned items, noting details in company database and placed returned merchandise in bins for restocking.
Mechanic
A.M. Landshaper
Spokane, Washington
06.2016 - 05.2020
- Used vehicle component knowledge to diagnose issues and perform maintenance and repairs.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
Manager
Myers Group
Freeland, Washington
10.2012 - 10.2015
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Automotive Technician
simmons garrage
clinton, Washington
10.2007 - 10.2012
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- towing
Mechanic
Eequipment rental companies
Castro valley, Manteca and Chico, California
06.1995 - 10.2008
- Ordered, modified and fabricated parts to complete repairs.
- Performed basic welding, brazing and soldering.
- Performed weekly inspections of [Type] equipment.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Restored and modified equipment using welding and metal fabrication techniques.
- Selected hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments according to task requirements.
- Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Fabricated and installed custom parts and components to meet specific equipment needs.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
Education
GED -
Castro Valley High
Castro Valley, CA06-1998
Certificate - Auto Body/fender
Hayward Rop/c
Hayward, CA06-1998
Skills
- Customer service
- Cash register operation
- Inventory management
- Technical communication
- Supply restocking
- Order processing
- Problem solving
- Driver communications
- Delivering part
- Engine rebuilding
- Brake inspection
- Auto diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Parts ordering
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Automatic transmission repair
- Battery services
- Automotive diagnostics
- Glass replacement
- Price quoting
- Road-worthiness evaluations
- Brake systems
- Diagnostic tools
- Detailing and cleaning
- Troubleshooting skills
- Customer service
- Fleet maintenance
- Transfer case repair
- Dent filling
- Electrical systems
- Welding and fabrication
- Engine tuneups and repairs
- Defective parts disassembly
- Small engine repair
- Suspension repair methodology
- Pneumatic systems
- Hydraulic pumps
- Wheel alignment
- Alternative fuel vehicle repair
- Tire services
- Fluid level testing
- Power steering repair
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Recordkeeping
- Hand and power tools
- gas pipe instillation
Affiliations
- home repairs
- woodworking
- gardening
- road trips
- camping
- working out
- most of all, spending time with my family
Certification
- auto body/fender
- fireplace installation
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
CLERK
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
05.2020 - 04.2023
Mechanic
A.M. Landshaper
06.2016 - 05.2020
Manager
Myers Group
10.2012 - 10.2015
Automotive Technician
simmons garrage
10.2007 - 10.2012
Mechanic
Eequipment rental companies
06.1995 - 10.2008
GED -
Castro Valley High
Certificate - Auto Body/fender
Hayward Rop/c
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