Phillip P. Trefry
Gaylesville,AL
Summary
Dynamic Head Mechanic at Hank's Tire & Repair, skilled in expert troubleshooting and heavy-duty vehicle repair. Enhanced workshop efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective communication and timely, high-quality repairs. Proven ability to mentor junior mechanics and maintain compliance with safety regulations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of all equipment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Mechanic
Hank's Tire & Repair
09.2012 - 10.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired trailer brake systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on trailers, enhancing reliability and longevity of equipment.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, reducing downtime significantly.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for repairs and maintenance procedures, fostering skill development.
- Managed inventory of parts and tools, streamlining procurement processes for faster repairs.
- Conducted DOT inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations, minimizing risk in operations.
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Fabricated parts and welded connections.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by performing high-quality trailer repairs in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed work, providing transparency for management and clients.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance on trailers, prolonging their lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Installed new parts on trailers according to manufacturer guidelines, ensuring proper fitment and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Increased workshop efficiency by organizing tools and equipment for easy access during repairs.
- Repaired or replaced damaged components on trailers, restoring them to optimal functionality quickly and effectively.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in trailers to identify issues and perform appropriate fixes as needed.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working on trailers, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
- Consistently met performance metrics set forth by management while maintaining high levels of quality workmanship.
- Troubleshot problems and implemented solutions to fix issues with brakes.
- Communicated proactively with management about potential delays or challenges in completing assigned tasks promptly.
- Kept abreast of industry regulations changes to maintain compliance standards when repairing trailers.
- Mentored junior mechanics in the shop, sharing knowledge of best practices for trailer repair work.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.
Mechanic
Westmoreland Tire
03.2007 - 09.2012
- Diagnosed and repaired a wide range of vehicle issues, including electrical and mechanical systems.
- Performed routine maintenance services, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and customer satisfaction.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify malfunctions, reducing repair times and improving accuracy.
- Streamlined workflow processes for tire installation and rotation, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
- Upheld quality control standards for all completed work, ensuring each vehicle left the shop operating at peak performance.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics through diligent work ethic and attention to detail in all repair tasks.
- Increased tire lifespan by accurately aligning wheels, balancing tires, and performing rotations as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Bay High School
Gibsonton, FL06-1984
Skills
- Expert troubleshooting
- Heavy-duty vehicle repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Welding and fabrication
- Vehicle inspections
- Hydraulic systems
- AC repair
- Hardworking and dedicated
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
Timeline
Head Mechanic
Hank's Tire & Repair
09.2012 - 10.2025
Mechanic
Westmoreland Tire
03.2007 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
East Bay High School