Charlie Brown
Gosfield,Essex
Summary
- Committed and enthusiastic student with strong study skills , eager to learn new skills in practical environment. Applies education and personal skills to new challenges, proactively seizing learning opportunities.
- Flexible and resourceful worker with strong technical knowledge and organisational skills. Confident communicator with staff and customers, simplifies mechanical jargon to help vehicle owners understand problems and solutions. Demonstrates excellent time management skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Vehicle Technician Assistant
The Braintree Motor Company
Braintree, Essex
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Documented work logs and repairs to maintain accurate records.
- Fit and replaced engines, understanding and following manufacturers instructions.
- Completed service orders and invoices to support proper documentation.
- Assembled mechanical components following specifications.
- Used automated testing methods to carefully diagnose vehicle faults.
- Performed accurate electrical testing, enabling safe system fault repairs.
- Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Consulted with clients on maintenance and preventative procedures.
- Aligned and adjusted vehicle steering, motors and brakes.
- Reported to management on the condition and safety of motor vehicles, offering possible fixes for road-worthy results.
- Worked with customers to assess vehicle issues and document vehicle symptoms.
- Maintained knowledge of updated changes in various equipment models.
- Addressed engine, transmission and fuel system issues and diagnosed faults to inform repair plans.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Purchased new parts and monitored inventory.
- Disassembled and reassembled motor components to facilitate repair work.
- Scheduled and carried out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Upheld stringent health and safety regulations for continued compliance with relevent legislation.
- Wore proper PPE and complied with OSHA standards to reduce risks and hazards.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Inspected customer vehicles for wear, tear and damage from accidents.
- Handled heavy equipment and tools, from multi-purpose jacks to mobile column lifts.
- Communicated repair needs and issues to customers, explaining complex concepts to help with decision-making.
- Performed targeted troubleshooting and diagnostics, quickly remedying mechanical issues.
- Tuned engine to enhance vehicle performance and efficiency.
- Completed computer-assigned vehicle alignments.
- Repaired brakes and changed fluids to deliver safe vehicles.
- Worked with team members to coordinate workflow and complete high-volume services in busy environments.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Evaluated depth of current tire tread and educated customers about dangers of low tread.
- Protected against accidents by carefully handling tools and chemicals.
- Upheld stringent health and safety regulations for continued compliance with legislation.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Mechanics
CTP
Witham, Essex 09.2022 -
GCSEs - School
Langham Oaks
Colchester 09.2018 - 05.2021
Skills
- Brake pad replacement
- Vehicle servicing
- Diesel engines
- Clutch assessments
- Fault system diagnosis
- Petrol engines
- Team building
Timeline
Vehicle Technician Assistant
The Braintree Motor Company
12.2022 - 01.2024
NVQ Level 2 - Mechanics
CTP
09.2022 -
GCSEs - School
Langham Oaks
09.2018 - 05.2021
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