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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
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William Smith

Pensacola,Florida

Summary

Productive Mechanic and professional shop operator keeps safety and customer satisfaction front and center. Versatile repair and maintenance technician with 20 years of experience working with automotive tools and components. Timely with engine diagnostics and repair estimates.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanic

Superior Automotive
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • 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.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by efficiently completing maintenance tasks and repairs on time.
  • Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.

Mechanic

Advanced Automotive Repair
  • 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.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
  • Mentored junior mechanics in proper diagnostic techniques, tool usage, and workplace safety practices to foster their growth within the company.
  • Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics through diligent work ethic and attention to detail in all repair tasks.

Supervisor/Mechanical Technician

Igotcars
01.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • I as well ordered and stocked parts as needed.
  • Scanned and Diagnosed drivability as well as repaired vehicles as necessary.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with streamlined service procedures.

Mechanic

Eddie Mercer Auto Sales
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • 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.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • 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.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • 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.

Mechanic

JDByrider
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • 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.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by efficiently completing maintenance tasks and repairs on time.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions on latest automotive technology trends among team.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.

Education

No Degree - Mechanical Repair

American Honda
Cummins Georgia

Associate of General Studies - General Studies

University of Lavern
Sicily Italy

Associate of General Studies - Gender Studies

University of Maryland
Sicily Italy

General Aeronautical -

University of Embry Riddle
Sicily Italy

Beginning Welding - Welding

Bee County College
Beeville, TX

Associate of General Studies - General Studies

Pensacola JR College
Pensacola, FL

Egress - Ejection Seat/AC/CABIN HEATING

AME A School
US Navy Memphis TN

Skills

  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Engine repair
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Brake systems
  • Tire services
  • Diagnostics
  • Auto and engine repair
  • Belt and hose replacements
  • Gasket and seal replacements
  • Workplace safety
  • Fluid exchanges
  • Automotive diagnostics
  • Fuel systems
  • Vehicle test drives
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Suspension systems
  • Filter replacements
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Grease and lubricant application
  • Work order management
  • Exhaust systems
  • Power steering repair
  • Battery services
  • Equipment adjustment
  • Clutch repair
  • Defective parts disassembly
  • Performance tuning
  • Quality assurance
  • Drive train systems
  • Component repairs
  • Driveshaft repair
  • Price quoting
  • Ignition systems
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Air conditioning systems
  • Chassis repair
  • Heating systems
  • Steering systems
  • Road-worthiness evaluations
  • Motorcycle repair
  • Marine engine repair
  • Diagnostic tools
  • Engine performance evaluation
  • Engine tuneups and repairs

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved mechanical which led to repairs.
  • Supervised team of 2 staff members.

Certification

  • Suspension and Steering Certification (A4) - National Institute for Automotive
  • FL Driver's License
  • Factory Training Certifications – Various Automakers.
  • Forklift Certification

Interests

  • Cooking
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Martial Arts
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • Animal Welfare Advocacy
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Gardening
  • Camping
  • Motorcycles

Timeline

Supervisor/Mechanical Technician

Igotcars
01.2023 - Current

Mechanic

Eddie Mercer Auto Sales
02.2022 - 01.2023

Mechanic

JDByrider
01.2019 - 02.2022

Mechanic

Superior Automotive

Mechanic

Advanced Automotive Repair

No Degree - Mechanical Repair

American Honda

Associate of General Studies - General Studies

University of Lavern

Associate of General Studies - Gender Studies

University of Maryland

General Aeronautical -

University of Embry Riddle

Beginning Welding - Welding

Bee County College

Associate of General Studies - General Studies

Pensacola JR College

Egress - Ejection Seat/AC/CABIN HEATING

AME A School

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