Experienced Tow Truck Operator adept at working quickly and safely to complete voluntary and involuntary tows. Good customer service, communication and prioritization skills. Excellent history of maintaining efficient schedules and operating with zero incidents. Hardworking performance mechanic with full knowledge of theory of operation of motorcycle engines, transmissions and electronics. Over 15 years of operating diagnostic equipment to discover faults before disassembly. Dismantled, repaired, cleaned, tested and reassembled engines to provide outstanding service and build solid reputation.
Skills
AAA experience
Lockout remedies
Recovering Vehicles
Flatbed Truck Expertise
Roadside Assistance
Vehicle maintenance and repair
Motorcycle repair
Client Service
Troubleshooting skills
Technical expertise
Engine Management tuning
Education
Santa Rita High SchoolTucson, AZExpected in 2010 – –GED: - GPA:
Work History
Cox Auto Inc - Tow Truck Operator Fort Collins, CO, 04/2020 - Current
Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
Recovered vehicles, completed private tows and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across 600-mile transports.
First Vehicle Services - Motorcycle Technician San Mateo, CA, 10/2018 - 05/2020
Performed test drives before maintenance to diagnose issues and after maintenance to confirm resolution of issues.
Fabricated parts and components for repairs to motorcycle frame adding support and durability.
Specialized in servicing foreign manufacturers' makes and used tools specific to brand.
Performed brake repairs and servicing for effective and safe braking.
Diagnosed and repaired electrical assemblies such as headlights, tail lights, starters and signal lights in accordance with DOT laws.
Cleaned, sanded, repaired and replaced engine parts before reassembly.
Operated diagnostic equipment to better educate customers on problems with their vehicles.
Performed maintenance on different categories and brands of motorcycles, including racing, motocross, cruisers and choppers.
Inspected and replaced tires and suggested best type of tires based on customer needs and riding history.
Connected vehicles to test panels for diagnostic testing, measuring for performance indicators such as ignition timing and generator output to identify faults.
Replaced defective parts using hand or powers tools, arbor presses and flexible power presses.
Worked with clients to develop plans for vehicle customization, including ordering, installing and aligning parts and performing detail work.
Mounted, balanced or checked tire condition or pressure.
Diagnosed problems by listening to running vehicles, conducting visual inspections and dismantling systems to inspect internal components.
Conferred with clients to establish nature of defects or malfunctions affecting vehicle operations.
Replaced and maintained accessory parts, including headlights, handlebar controls and mufflers for functional or aesthetic reasons.
Used blueprints and technical instructions to make repairs to and replacements of motorcycle subassemblies such as brakes, forks and transmissions.
Listened to engines, examined vehicle frames or conferred with customers to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage.
Ds Waters Of America, Inc. - Vehicle Emissions Inspector Mobile, AL, 02/2017 - 12/2017
Inspect and test motor vehicle emission control systems, using handtools and computerized testing equipment:
Attach test circuit leads to vehicle ignition system
and insert exhaust probe in tail pipe.
Start and accelerate engine to specified speed.
Observes dials and meters of testing equipment to determine exhaust emission content and record readings on chart.
Compare computer printout to exhaust emissions chart
to detect variations. Examine emission control systems to determine cause of faulty operation. Adjust and replace defective gas caps.
Black Squirrel - Fleet Mechanic City, STATE, 10/2012 - 09/2016
Diagnose and maintain basic automobile maintenance such as tire repairs and changes as well as oil changes and brake replacements.
Perform more complex tasks such as trouble shooting engine issues and body repairs. Service on-duty vehicles out in the field and/or in shop.
Perform preventative maintenance and courtesy checks for safety precautions. Maintain vehicle functional condition by listening to operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components.
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