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Richard whipple

wurtsboro,New York

Summary

  • Focused individual with a diverse back ground in the mechanics field, health care, pesticide application and food sales with route manager experience Versatile Mechanic with knowledge in school bus vehicle. Adept in all aspects of preventive maintenance. knowledge in automobile systems and customer interactions.

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. Seasoned mechanic committed to working as part of strong team to test, maintain and repair customer cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. Familiar with technical manuals and other documentation. Focused on maximizing customer service through good time management and decision-making abilities.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanic

George Carrol Bus transportaion
Newburgh, New York
10.2021 - 2026
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
  • Troubleshot faults and devised successful solutions for defect issues.
  • Documented labor time and materials used in company software programs.
  • Assessed vehicle symptoms and malfunctions to support troubleshooting and diagnoses.
  • regular maintenance service performed while waiting for defects to arrive.

Mechanic

Coach USA
Chester, NY
10.2019 - 07.2026

after receiving work order I would review and task all work on lift first to free up area for coworkers. wash under carriage and perform fluid changes and do repairs of defects on air systems, brakes, hydraulics, engine and more. move bus and tackle glass and interior issues. log into company programs to keep accurate details of jobs done on vehicles for time spent on each task. move bus to storage area for normal service and go to next job.

Mechanic

REA ford
Monticello, NY
03.2021 - Current

Perform basic repairs, exhaust entire system, brakes systems hydraulic, electrical components. oil changes. install hitches, tune up bearings press in and bolt on. tire plus balancing. read shop manuals when necessary. accusal a/c repair

Mechanic

Sam's Towing & Recovery Inc.
Liberty, NY
05.2019 - 10.2019

Diagnose and repair coach buses and camp school buses for service. prep for D.O.T. inspections. rebuild Detroit engines. clean shop areas as needed for safe work conditions. Follow orders from head mechanic and shop foreman.

Equipment Operator

East Coast Industrial Services, Inc.
Pine Bush, NY
05.2019 - 05.2019
  • Operated vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
  • Operated [street sweeper] and [industrial] equipment to perform task of removing debris on road ways and parking lots.
  • Observed all safety policies and procedures.
  • Kept equipment properly fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.

Mechanic/Driver

Birnie Bus Service Inc.
Rome, NY
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Kept detailed records of all repairs, labor involved, and parts used and input data to customer database.
  • Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and school bus.
  • Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on over [130] small and large [school buses] generators per week.
  • Adhered to company determined schedules and routes to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
  • Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment were in good working order.
  • Transported passengers on predetermined routes while following local traffic regulations.

Mechanic

Fred Reichel Diesel
Walden, New York
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles.
  • Communicated problems and conditions related to various issues with customer and explained remediation process.
  • Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on over [21] small and large [coach buses and trucks] per week.
  • Kept detailed records of all repairs, labor involved, and parts used and input data to customer database.

Mechanic

Rolling V Bus Corp
South Fallsburg, NY
01.2017 - 10.2017
  • Communicated problems and conditions related to various issues with vehicles and explained remediation process.
  • Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
  • Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on over [140] small and large [school bus] vehicles per year.
  • Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on vehicles.
  • Successfully completed d.v.i.r. write ups and return vehicles to safe operating condition.

Maintenance Worker

Blue Sky Mobile Homes
wurtsboro, New York
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • Managed day-to-day operations and maintenance of properties and home owners.
  • Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Successfully finished projects and demands of tenants, managers and owners requests
  • Responded to emergency situations quickly that arose and provided effective remediation.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Health Alliance of Hudson Valley
Kingston, NY
02.2014 - 01.2016
  • Worked with physicians and nursing team members to support diagnostic procedures by obtaining specimens, collecting vitals and maximizing patient comfort.
  • Prepared rooms for patients by cleaning all areas and changing linens.
  • Answered patient call lights and requests.
  • Kept records of data and daily activities in EMR system.
  • Displayed sensitivity to the needs of geriatric patients.
  • Managed and maintained patients' rooms, shared living areas and nursing stations.
  • Managed medical supplies and restocked inventory to guarantee optimal availability for patient care.
  • Assessed patients, documented and monitored vital signs, and communicated changes to supervising RNs.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Created and maintained safe patient and working environments.
  • Turned and re-positioned bedridden patients.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients' status.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Observed and documented patient responses.
  • Assessed patient condition by performing wide range of standard vital checks, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Followed care plan to support patient ambulation and exercise requirements.
  • Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration of patients.
  • Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
  • Turned and repositioned patients for comfort and medical safety.

Lawn Care Technician

True Green Lawn Care
Danbury, CT
06.2010 - 05.2013
  • Responded quickly to inquiries and concerns from customers, typically returning messages within [same day] timeframe, improving client retention by [100]%.
  • Liaised with clients to ensure satisfaction, discussing additional services and implementing changes where required.
  • Protected customer lawns by applying weed and pest control chemicals.
  • Checked all machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent machine malfunction.
  • Promoted and sold specific services, generating and launching marketing and advertising plans.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to lawns and grounds on regular basis to control weeds, insect infestation diseases and to maintain soil fertility.

Sales/Route Manager

Schwan's Home Delivery
Montgomery Ny, NY
08.2008 - 06.2010

join teem in morning for meeting and role play to better interact with customers for sales. sign in to hand held computer. quick check of product on delivery truck and inspect for defects. deliver food product to customers, upsell and knock on doors to achieve growth of route and more sales. arrive back at depot and arrange product for neatness and check out for next day.

Mechanic

GJM Transportation
Accord, NY
07.2004 - 08.2008
  • Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services on vans and prepare for D.O.T. inspection. I performed daily work on full size school buses, such as brake work at that time all drum brakes, measurements, relines, s-cams and brake chambers. minor engine diagnostics and transmission work, replacement. Preparation for D.O.T. inspections was always on going and routes to fill for student transportation.

Skills

  • Positive learning process
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Excellent communication
  • Resolution-oriented
  • Courteous demeanor
  • Good mechanical aptitude

Timeline

Mechanic

George Carrol Bus transportaion
10.2021 - 2026

Mechanic

REA ford
03.2021 - Current

Mechanic

Coach USA
10.2019 - 07.2026

Mechanic

Sam's Towing & Recovery Inc.
05.2019 - 10.2019

Equipment Operator

East Coast Industrial Services, Inc.
05.2019 - 05.2019

Mechanic/Driver

Birnie Bus Service Inc.
09.2018 - 04.2019

Mechanic

Fred Reichel Diesel
03.2018 - 09.2018

Mechanic

Rolling V Bus Corp
01.2017 - 10.2017

Maintenance Worker

Blue Sky Mobile Homes
03.2016 - 01.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Health Alliance of Hudson Valley
02.2014 - 01.2016

Lawn Care Technician

True Green Lawn Care
06.2010 - 05.2013

Sales/Route Manager

Schwan's Home Delivery
08.2008 - 06.2010

Mechanic

GJM Transportation
07.2004 - 08.2008
Richard whipple