Gordon Hetherington
Huddersfield,West Yorkshire
Summary
As an independent and mechanically-inclined professional with a proven track record of strong work ethic, I am now seeking new opportunities in Huddersfield. For the past 6-7 years, I have gained valuable experience working as both a garage technician and mobile service technician, and I am eager to apply my skills in a new role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mobile Service Technician
DSA Autocentre
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Routine servicing of rental vehicles such as compact, luxury and family cars as well as light commercial vehicles of varying drive types. (Predominantly Enterprise rental vehicles)
- Replacement of worn or defective components such as brake discs and pads, calipers, wiper blades and other components that would not require a workshop.
- Ensure the work environment is safe and clean throughout the entire process - before starting, during, and after the work is completed. The work is primarily conducted in on-site car parks with vehicles often moving nearby, with occasional tasks performed on customer driveways.
- Thorough inspection of vehicles to ensure safety and road worthiness including checking all major serviceable items and code reading (if needed)
- Carry out digital vehicle inspections and report back to office and branches to ensure all are aware of any issues. Rectify any faults as needed.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help branch staff and customers of rental vehicles to ensure every task is completed to the highest standard.
- Maintain a professional company image by keeping the company vehicle clean and well-organized as well as my own appearance due to visiting many sites, branches, customers, etc.
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Walker & Balmforth
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
02.2017 - 03.2023
- Routine servicing and maintenance (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc.) as well as updating service vehicle records
- Replacing brakes, making replacement brake pipes and bleeding the brake system
- Both minor and major engine work such as timing belts, chains and EGR cleaning
- Replacing clutches on vehicles of all drive types (FWD, RWD and AWD)
- Tyre fitting and balancing
- Finding faults using a diagnostic code reader
- Road testing vehicles
- Basic fabrication experience for vehicle rust repairs
- Cleaning and maintenance of tools and equipment
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Huddersfield Technical College
Huddersfield 09.2015 - 04.2022
GCSE - Mathematics
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
Huddersfield 09.2012 - 09.2015
GCSEs - Science
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
Huddersfield 09.2012 - 09.2015
GCSEs - English
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
Huddersfield 09.2012 - 09.2015
GCSEs - Resistant Materials
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
Huddersfield 09.2012 - 09.2015
BTEC - Graphic Design
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
Huddersfield 09.2012 - 09.2015
BTEC - Art & Design
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
Huddersfield 09.2012 - 09.2015
Skills
- Servicing and repairs of vehicles (including LCVs)
- Vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance
- On-board diagnostics and service resets
- Tyre replacement and balancing
- Wheel alignment
- Clutch replacement
- Timing belt/chain replacement
- EGR cleaning/replacement
- Turbo replacement
- Basic fabrication
- Workshop and mobile workshop organization
- Customer service such as booking jobs
- Working with branch staff and mechanics
- Time management and cost estimations
- Health and safety awareness
- Environmental awareness
Timeline
Mobile Service Technician
DSA Autocentre
05.2023 - 09.2023
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Walker & Balmforth
02.2017 - 03.2023
NVQ Level 3 - Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Huddersfield Technical College
09.2015 - 04.2022
GCSE - Mathematics
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
09.2012 - 09.2015
GCSEs - Science
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
09.2012 - 09.2015
GCSEs - English
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
09.2012 - 09.2015
GCSEs - Resistant Materials
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
09.2012 - 09.2015
BTEC - Graphic Design
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
09.2012 - 09.2015
BTEC - Art & Design
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
09.2012 - 09.2015
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