Dexter Piper
Great Torrington,Devon
Summary
Proactive and motivated individual seeking to build on mechanics training and go beyond basic course material to gain hands-on experience. Eager to take on new challenges and learn from mechanic team. Offers strong knowledge of hydraulics and transmission systems.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
mechanic
Mr Steves garage
Great Torrington, Devon
05.2025 - Current
- Serviced air conditioning systems for enhanced cabin comfort during summer months.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship with attention to detail during repairs.
- Performed diagnostic tests for identifying mechanical issues promptly.
- Repaired punctured tyres to restore mobility swiftly.
- Replaced faulty spark plugs to boost engine efficiency.
- Adjusted headlights, facilitated safer night-time driving conditions created successfully.
- Diagnosed malfunctions, resolved underlying problems quickly and efficiently.
- Checked fluid levels, prevented potential overheating or failure occurrences avoided expertly.
- Installed new car parts for extended vehicle longevity.
- Completed oil changes for improved engine health and performance.
- Provided top-notch customer service through clear communication about vehicle problems and solutions.
- Conducted wheel alignments to ensure optimal vehicle control and stability.
- Inspected exhaust systems, ensured lower emission levels achieved effectively.
- Ensured smooth operation of vehicles by regularly maintaining and overhauling transmissions.
- Achieved safety assurance by conducting meticulous brake system checks.
- Upheld excellent workshop safety standards by adhering to all company policies and procedures.
- Delivered reliable results in challenging situations with problem-solving skills.
- Repaired brakes and changed fluids to deliver safe vehicles.
- Addressed engine, transmission and fuel system issues and diagnosed faults to inform repair plans.
- Assembled mechanical components following specifications.
- Worked with team members to coordinate workflow and complete high-volume services in busy environments.
- Handled heavy equipment and tools, from multi-purpose jacks to mobile column lifts.
- Documented work logs and repairs to maintain accurate records.
- Conducted thorough post-work vehicle inspections to verify component and system safety.
- Wore proper PPE and complied with OSHA standards to reduce risks and hazards.
- Used automated testing methods to carefully diagnose vehicle faults.
- Worked with customers to assess vehicle issues and document vehicle symptoms.
- Consulted with clients on maintenance and preventative procedures.
- Achieved vehicle functionality and longevity through proactive maintenance.
- Communicated repair needs and issues to customers, explaining complex concepts to help with decision-making.
- Located and diagnosed engine faults.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed kilometre-based services, including changing out belts, filling fluids and replacing gaskets.
- Disassembled and reassembled motor components to facilitate repair work.
- Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Aligned and adjusted vehicle steering, motors and brakes.
- Fit and replaced engines, understanding and following manufacturers instructions.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Inspected customer vehicles for wear, tear and damage from accidents.
- Rotated and balanced tires to ensure even wear.
- Scheduled and carried out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
- Evaluated depth of current tire tread and educated customers about dangers of low tread.
Education
n\a - mechanics
Libra School
North Molton, Devon 01.2019 - 07.2025
Skills
I have worked with cars since I was about 10, and I know how to service vehicles except EV's
I am a banger racer so i am good at fixing cars on the spot and in an instant with minimum tools, i can work with snap on diagnostics machines' may need to relearn as not all the same with many different makes and models, I've worked on running gear and can put vehicles in service mode accordingly to regulations, and do repairs on plastics and fragile parts such as cosmetics and bumpers, no experience in paint work, can use tyre machines and can fit tyres, i can do brakes and all parts to do with hydraulic systems and gearboxes, clutches and slave cylinders, i can talk to customers and listen to them when telling me symptoms, i am very eager to work and will turn up and will stay late if needed, can do services and can do interior pieces and anything needed i can do cam belts and have experience with chains but have never done a wetbelt, would like to learn more though have stripped engines and rebuilt them only on banger cars so will need to be taught that in real regulations as of a garage and can do engine and gearbox changes
Affiliations
- banger racing and motorbike riding and building projects in free time
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
mechanic
Mr Steves garage
05.2025 - Current
n\a - mechanics
Libra School
01.2019 - 07.2025
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