Thomas Isom
Dallas,GA
Summary
Hardworking Automotive Technician with 21 years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives. Complete full restorations of vehicle systems by employing testing, repair and replacement skills. Specialize in all types of vehicles, including foreign and domestic. Skilled at inspecting issues, estimating costs and building relationships with customers. Experienced in servicing brakes, exhaust systems and engines for diverse makes and models. Proven skills in completing light and heavy repairs to electrical, mechanical and other vehicle systems. Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on any vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Mechanic Technician
Car Bar Atlanta
10.2023 - Current
- Upheld company reputation by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship and maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Enhanced vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostics and identifying necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to diagnose complex vehicle issues and develop effective solutions.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, tire rotations, and brake inspections to ensure vehicle longevity.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
Mechanic
Advantage Auto Service
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
CDL Class a Driver
Roadrunner Trucking & Logistics, LLC
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
CDL Class a Driver
Dollar General Distribution Center
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures and provided copies to destination staff.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Transferred products between distribution centers and retail locations with as many as [Number] stops per day.
- Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting trucks each day and completing routine maintenance.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
A.S.C Automotive Mechanic
SAJ Stanley Albrittion Enterprises & Speed Shop
03.2015 - 01.2021
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Engine overhaul and replaced worn Parts
- Rebuild Engines and Transmission
- Performance Engine builds and Transmissions
Master Automotive Technician
Cox Chevrolet Inc.
05.2009 - 03.2015
- 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.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
Education
Class A Certification - Cdl Training
Tampa Truck Driving School
Tampa, FL01.2022
Certification - Aviation
National Aviation Academy A & P School
Clearwater, FLASE Certified - Automotive Mechanics
Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL06.2002
High School Diploma -
South East High School
Bradenton, FL05.2000
Skills
- Replacing parts
- Calibrating systems
- Managing parts
- Electrical failure expertise
- Inspecting vehicles
- System repairs
- Rebuilding engines
- Brake systems understanding
- Quality assurance inspections
- Diagnostic skills
- Installing equipment
- Changing tires
- Operating air compressors
- Electrical repair procedures
- Customer Relations
- Troubleshooting skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Preparing work orders
- Overseeing garage operations
- Optimizing engine performance
- Electrical experience
- Safety awareness
- Preventive maintenance services
- Hand and power tools
- GPS Applications
- Delivery Unload and Breakdown
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Work Logging
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- Vehicle Service Documentation
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Over the Road Trucking
- Vehicle Safety
- Vehicle Inspection
- Delivery Instructions Verification
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Cargo Security
- State and Federal Regulations
- Logistics Coordination
- Coupling and Uncoupling
- GPS and Route Planning
- Commercial Driving
- Fuel Logs
- Route Logs
- DOT Requirements
- Daily Log Updates
- Delivery and Trip Logs
- Maintenance Requirements
- Brakes and Tires
Timeline
Auto Mechanic Technician
Car Bar Atlanta
10.2023 - Current
Mechanic
Advantage Auto Service
12.2022 - 10.2023
CDL Class a Driver
Roadrunner Trucking & Logistics, LLC
06.2021 - 12.2022
CDL Class a Driver
Dollar General Distribution Center
02.2021 - 06.2021
A.S.C Automotive Mechanic
SAJ Stanley Albrittion Enterprises & Speed Shop
03.2015 - 01.2021
Master Automotive Technician
Cox Chevrolet Inc.
05.2009 - 03.2015
Class A Certification - Cdl Training
Tampa Truck Driving School
Certification - Aviation
National Aviation Academy A & P School
ASE Certified - Automotive Mechanics
Manatee Technical College
High School Diploma -
South East High School
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