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Joseph Oluwadare
Automobile Mechanic
Bristol
Summary
Driven automotive professional successful at managing parts and replacing components. Good teamwork, communication and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in engine maintenance, transmission service and body repair. Hardworking Automotive Technician with over 10 years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives. Experienced Automotive Technician with 10+ years of expertise in diagnostics and repair of Jaguar/Land Rover and BMW/ROLLS ROYCE/MINI automobiles and light-duty trucks. Dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic. Knowledgeable automotive professional with background servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles. Experienced in servicing brakes, exhaust systems and engines for diverse makes and models. Frequently commended for work quality and speed. Talented Automotive professional with strong background working on all types of vehicles. Quick to identify mechanical issues and complete repairs. Bringing strong work ethic and record of reliability. Hardworking Master Automotive Technician successful at correcting mechanical problems, completing routine maintenance and improving vehicle operations. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Master Technician
Cartunners LTD
Lagos , Nigeria
05.2012 - Current
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
Service Technician
COSCHARIS MOTORS (BMW/MINI/ROLLS ROYCE & JAGUAR/LAND ROVER)
LAGOS, NIGERIA
10.2007 - 11.2011
- Explained diagnostic findings to workshop manager and outlined repair or service options.
- Vehicle Diagnosis and Programming using approved Manufacturer SDD (Symptoms Driven Diagnostics) and Pathfinder Software on Jaguar/Land Rover
- Vehicle Diagnosis and Programming using approved Manufacturer BMW INSTA P & INSTA D
- Engine performance and Repairs & Refurbishments
- Mechanical & Air Suspension systems
- Electrical & Electronic systems Assessments.
- Vehicle Climates Systems
- Technical Report Writing for Warranty parts
- Pre Delivery Inspection
- Vehicle Health Checks
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Safety Systems and in Airbags and Supplementary Restraints System
Technical Trainer
Dire DJIRAMA AUTO CENTRE
LOME, TOGO
04.2011 - 07.2019
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
Education
High School Diploma, National Technical Cert - Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Government Technical College
LAGOS 03.2003 - 05.2006
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
Ikorodu, Lagos 02.2012 - 11.2014
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering.. (POWER & PLANT)
Lagos State Polytechnic
Lagos 03.2015 - 10.2017
Skills
Rebuilding engines
Scheduled services
System repairs
Electrical experience
Preventive Maintenance
Safety awareness
Quality assurance inspections
Electrical repair procedures
Replacing parts
Customer Relations
Inspecting vehicles
Hand and power tools
Diagnostic skills
Overseeing garage operations
JAGUAR/LAND ROVER, BMW/MINI/ROLLS ROYCE, FORD,
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 13 staff members.
- Achieved great team by completing job task with high accuracy and efficiency.
- High Team Work with good interactions on the job only.
- Ability to perform with or without high pressure
- High Work with good interactions on the job only.
- Easily to Adapt to any working environment
- Complete Restoration of Complete Interior burn Rolls Royce, BMW & 2019 RANGE ROVER
- Service Excellence awards by Ford Motor Company
- New Model Training Attendance in the Middle East by MG brands
Additional Information
Married to TOLUWALOPE OLUWADARE with 2 kids ALEXANDER & EMMANUEL
Certification
Certified [Service Technician], [Coscharis motors] - [2007-2011]
Interests
Listening to podcasts
Engine and ECU Remapping
Vehicle Dynamics
Driving, Reading, Traveling
Driving
I enjoy driving long distance, makes me feel and appreciate engineering work of art. I have driven on a Race Track and also enjoy Drifting! to show off.
Reading!
I love reading, as information are received through reading and the mind can process it. new innovations and principle of operation etc.
Traveling!
Meeting new people, people with different mindset and way of life! make me appreciate nature.
Timeline
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering.. (POWER & PLANT)
Lagos State Polytechnic
03.2015 - 10.2017
Master Technician
Cartunners LTD
05.2012 - Current
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
02.2012 - 11.2014
Technical Trainer
Dire DJIRAMA AUTO CENTRE
04.2011 - 07.2019
Service Technician
COSCHARIS MOTORS (BMW/MINI/ROLLS ROYCE & JAGUAR/LAND ROVER)
10.2007 - 11.2011
High School Diploma, National Technical Cert - Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Government Technical College
03.2003 - 05.2006