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Wesley Gard

Susanville,CA

Summary

I have 7 years of experience in automotive/ heavy duty mechanics. 2 years in schooling and 5 years in the work industry as a mechanic. Paratransit Services has been my first job in the industry. I maintain a class B license. I was well trained into my position as a fleet mechanic with hands on training and supervised guidance. During this, I worked on getting my certifications and quickly adapted to where I was able manage the fleet and work effectively on my own. I am committed to work hard and expand my skills everyday to achieve personal and company goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fleet Mechanic

Paratransit Services
Susanville
06.2019 - Current
  • Looking over and signing off DVI's everyday day from drivers and making sure the bus is operable and safe to go out on route. I log and keep track of the vehicle mileage from each DVI. If a driver experiences an issue, I determine if its an out of service criteria or unsafe and assign a different bus to a driver.
  • Make daily work orders for the work I perform.
  • Use a budget tracking system for maintenance costs.
  • Make parts orders for repairs & keep keep track of invoices.
  • Perform -PM inspections -lube & filter changes when they are due.
  • Use a fleet tracking program for work orders, mileages, PMIs and reports.
  • Get new tires mounted when needed.
  • Diagnose & troubleshoot any issues that arise. Determine the proper repair needed.
  • Perform repairs such as -Steering & Suspension -Brakes -Engine electrical & charging -Body & Lighting -Interior -Exhaust -Engine operation -Transmission -Drive Axle -Vehicle leaks -A/C system - W/C lifts -Bike Racks -Air systems.
  • Make sure safety equipment is operable & remains in each bus such as -W/C accessories -Hazard triangles -First aid kits - Fire extinguishers -Fire escapes -Seat Belts
  • Organize shop bays & clean up at the end of each week.

Projectionist

Oak Creek Cinemas
Susanville
11.2015 - 08.2019
  • Turned on projectors, lighting & audio at the start of each day.
  • Inspected projectors for potential problems before movie showings
  • Downloaded movie hard drives & scheduled the showings each week at proper times.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on projection equipment, such as cleaning filters & replacing bulbs when necessary.
  • Troubleshot various projection-related problems during shows if they arose & took the necessary actions to fix the problem.
  • Interacted with customers in a professional manner when responding to inquiries or complaints regarding the movie showing.
  • Worked concession stands and tickets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Westwood Charter School
Susanville, CA
06-2017

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technology

Lassen Community College
Susanville, CA

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Lassen Community College
Susanville, CA

Skills

  • Using fleet programs for tracking mileage, PMI schedules, making reports & maintaining records
  • Writing work orders, documenting repairs & parts costs
  • Performing preventative maintenance inspections & services
  • Remaining DOT & OSHA Compliant
  • Coordinating vehicle in service & out of service positions
  • Budget Tracking
  • Proper disposal of hazardous material
  • Operating shop equipment & tools
  • Diagnosing vehicle issues
  • Air Conditioning Service & Repair
  • Basic vehicle services & tune-ups
  • Electrical/charging system diagnosing & repair
  • Steering & suspension light & heavy duty
  • Brake repair light & heavy duty
  • Engine Performance
  • Mig Welding
  • Customer service & good communication

Certification

A4 Steering & Suspension

A5 Brakes

T4 Heavy Duty Brakes

T8 PM and Inspection

Air Conditioning MAC license

Class B Drivers License

NSC Defensive Driving Course

NSC First Aid, CPR & AED Course

References

  • Chad Lewis -Phone #530-864-2863
  • Cameron Howell -Phone #530-310-4617
  • Nick Shoemaker -Phone #530-254-4204

Timeline

Fleet Mechanic

Paratransit Services
06.2019 - Current

Projectionist

Oak Creek Cinemas
11.2015 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

Westwood Charter School

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technology

Lassen Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Lassen Community College

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