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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
Summary

Well-versed in coordinating materials, using shop equipment and keeping work spaces organized, clean and free of hazards. Knowledgeable about all types of repair and maintenance actions and always looking for ways to help the team, learn new processes and improve garage operations.

Enthusiastic Welder with highly responsible nature and strong commitment to exceeding expectations for each job. Effectively prepare surfaces for [Type] actions by removing materials and setting up proper equipment. Strong [Tool] and [Tool] experience.

Skilled [Job Title] bringing more than [Number] years of [Industry] experience. Excellent organizational, planning and time management abilities with advanced skills in rough and finish carpentry. Effectively manage supplies and crews to keep worksites smooth, efficient and safe.

Complete high-quality carpentry work every time with precise and detail-oriented approaches. Driven to exceed customer expectations while meeting all budget and schedule requirements. Regularly lead helpers and instruct less experienced professionals in basic and advanced techniques.

Skills
  • Writing work tickets
  • Able to lift [Number] lbs.
  • EPA requirements
  • Engine overhauls
  • Alignments experience
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Coolant flushes
  • Gasket replacements
  • Expert in sub-arc welding
  • Reading drawings, models and blueprints
  • Expert in stick welding
  • Flux core (FCAW) welding
  • Pipe welding
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Available to work nights and weekends
  • Conveyor operation
  • OSHA requirements
  • Soft and hard coal knowledge
  • [State] certified coal miner
  • Worksite safety
Experience
Automotive Technician
Barnwell, SCboney motor company/Mar 2017 to Apr 2020
  • Assigned work to team members and inspected all work for quality and compliance.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate the source of malfunctions.
  • Performed routine and reparative maintenance for company freight and trucks.
  • Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
  • Communicated with customers to explain estimates and provide expected delivery and repair timelines; addressed customer questions or concerns to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
  • Detected combustible gas and refrigerant leaks using special instruments.
  • Communicated advanced mechanical information to non-mechanical people in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Troubleshot faults and devised successful solutions in a self-directed manner.
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for systems such as brakes, exhaust and electrical.
  • Learned all aspects of [System], [System] and [System] to complete first-rate repairs.
  • Performed customer work and warranty repairs in compliance with manufacturer standards.
  • Conducted inspections and tests to verify safety and compliance with emissions limits.
  • Tracked mechanical and repair problems and discussed solutions with shop leadership.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales to facilitate planning and sustain best practices.
  • Provided leadership to [Number]+ employees and directed daily operations to grow and sustain auto repair business.
  • Performed onsite visual inspections and leveraged market, inventory and industry expertise to make strategic automotive purchases.
  • Coordinated and oversaw vehicle body work, while maintaining price point parameters to ensure profitability.
  • Developed in-depth understanding of [Type] systems and components.
  • Wrote service orders, accepted payments and updated customer accounts.
  • Completed repairs on maintenance on [Make], [Make] and [Make] vehicles.
  • Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires.
  • Answered customer questions and discussed options face-to-face, over the telephone and via email.
  • Pursued frequent opportunities to further enhance maintenance and repair skills.
  • Sourced, arranged and supervised supply inventory.
  • Led safety meetings and maintained safe practices throughout the shop.
  • Examined and inspected damaged vehicles. Estimated costs of parts, labor and supplies, and calculated deductibles.
  • Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
  • Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for all repairs and maintenance services.
  • Developed systems to manage and control company inventories of parts and paints.
  • Fostered relationships with auction and fleet transportation professionals to streamline buying activities.
  • Kept the garage clean, organized and efficient.
  • Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
  • Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
Carpenter
Whitesburg, KYjhs construction/Feb 2015 to Nov 2016
  • Protected flooring installations by covering subfloors with [Type] material to prevent moisture buildup.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place to complete precise joining and high-quality work.
  • Repaired and maintained [Number] properties, including renovating flooring, walls and ceilings, installing fixtures and remodeling bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Organized assigned tasks for completion on individual and team levels.
  • Built [Type] structure on previously poured foundation.
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements and dimensions.
  • Installed building structures such as windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Calculated accurate material estimates to create quotes for clients with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Cut and installed tile and linoleum flooring for over [Number] residential and commercial buildings.
  • Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
  • Removed tool marks and surface adhesives after installation to improve project quality.
  • Applied paneling to ceilings or walls to complete decorations or absorb sound.
  • Managed work crews on construction of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
  • Prepared, cut and installed over [Number][Product] using [Tool].
  • Installed new [Type of system] system and performed general maintenance.
  • Built and stained oak casing and hardwood floors for over [Number] clients.
  • Laid concrete, built batter boards, used excavators and placed reinforced steel accurately for over [Number] projects.
  • Safely operated power saws, planers, jointers, routers and pneumatic equipment for [Number] days without accident.
  • Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
  • Selected lumber based on particular species, characteristics, size, applications and applicable adhesives.
  • Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
  • Constructed over [Number] custom [Product] for residential home office areas with [Number]% customer satisfaction.
  • Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment.
  • Identified and requested any and all PPE necessary to perform tasks.
  • Ordered materials and made material stock recommendations.
  • Safely used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws.
  • Operated terrain telescoping forklift, backhoe, skid steer and tractor.
  • Constructed mechanical gates and fences.
  • Consistently constructed square and level projects.
  • Framed new construction of single-family homes and townhomes.
  • Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
  • Ordered materials and contacted sub-contractors when needed.
  • Installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
  • Set windows and layouts for stairs and common rafters.
  • Worked independently on projects and tasks within [Number]-person carpentry team.
  • Secured all required permit approvals prior to starting projects.
  • Secured all required permit approvals prior to starting projects.
Welder
Isom, KYProcess Systems/Apr 2009 to Jan 2014
  • Assembled boiler parts and pressure vessels for structural use.
  • Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time.
  • Sustained safety protocols and ensured proper, cost-effective and accurate handling of equipment and materials.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Created safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes.
  • Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments.
  • Inspected and repaired components to implement corrective action.
  • Scraped off excess spatter and other materials using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
  • Strengthened workflow by accurately welding [Type], [Type] and [Type] connections.
  • Heated, formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torch and arc welding equipment.
  • Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
  • Precision cutting with power saws, hand shears and chipping knives.
  • Set up and operated stress relief oven adhering to welding procedure parameters.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sand calipers.
  • Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
  • Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
  • Adjusted functional parts of equipment and control instruments.
  • Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
  • Applied knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques to determine optimal welding strategies.
  • Installed fabricated metal components in processing plant by [Task] and [Task].
  • Improved project completion time by multitasking on heavy equipment such as forklifts.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings prior to weld applications for precision and waste reduction.
  • Elevated operational efficiencies with timely changing of [Type] and [Type] components.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Cleaned and degreased weld joints and workpieces efficiently.
  • Improved project completion time by multi-tasking on heavy equipment such as forklifts.
  • Followed all safety guidelines, including proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment length by efficiently cleaning floor and machinery.
  • Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
  • Inspected chains, hammers and other tools for damage or wear to prevent injuries and accidents.
  • Repaired and maintained heavy-duty and construction machinery.
  • Responded to service calls quickly and professionally.
  • Dismantled and assembled wellhead equipment.
  • Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.
  • Application of electrode and gun along weld line to create precision pieces.
Coal Miner
Isom, KYBlue Diamond/Aug 2003 to Feb 2009
  • Mined for [Product] in mines up to [Number] feet underground using [Tool] and [Technique].
  • Monitored employee safety standards.
  • Safely used [Tool] and [Tool] to complete [Action].
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] miners and safety experts to develop and update safety protocols.
  • Sorted and shoveled materials into mine cars.
  • Laid track to accommodate mine cars.
  • Mined coal and sold it according to contractors.
  • Used limestone to treat walls and floor of mine to decrease accidental explosions by [Number]% over [Timeframe].
  • Read blueprints and maps to determine tool placement for path cutting.
  • Performed checks for methane gas using [Tool] and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
  • Directed other workers to move stakes, placed blocks, positioned anchors or cables, or moved materials.
  • Serviced equipment and repaired and replaced parts as necessary.
  • Drove loaded shuttle cars to ramps and moved controls in order to discharge loads into mine cars or onto conveyors.
  • Processed [Number] tons of [Type] material per [Timeframe].
  • Placed blocks and scotches to prevent shifting and movement.
  • Lubricated and maintained [Number] miles of conveyor track.
  • Completed [Type] project resulting in [Result].
  • Utilized [Type of Software] to compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
  • Learned [Task] and [Task] to support office needs.
  • Supported [Type] department by compiling paperwork and taking detailed meeting minutes.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Answered [Number] calls per [Timeframe] to answer customer questions.
  • Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to [Type] problems.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Attended departmental meetings, providing feedback to enhance future performance.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new [Type] opportunities.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Maintained updated [Type] knowledge through [Task] and [Task].
  • Delivered [Product or Service] to customer locations.
  • Collaborated in development of [Type] procedures.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including [Task] and [Task].
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaWhsJun 2003Whitesburg, KY
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • boney motor company
  • jhs construction
  • Process Systems
  • Blue Diamond

School Attended

  • Whs

Job Titles Held:

  • Automotive Technician
  • Carpenter
  • Welder
  • Coal Miner

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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