Brayden McKinnon
White Rock,QLD
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on all types of vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Ben Kragt Automotive
10.2023 - Current
- Supported team members in troubleshooting difficult automotive issues, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostics and identifying necessary repairs.
- Completed complex repair jobs by utilizing advanced technical skills and extensive automotive knowledge.
- Assisted customers in understanding their vehicles'' needs with informative recommendations on regular maintenance schedules.
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Northern Diesel Service
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Everything Automotive
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Marys Catholic College Cairns
Cairns, QLD11.2021
Skills
- Calculating Deductions
- Engine Diagnostics
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Customer Orders
- New Employee Training
- Creative Solutions
- Customer Satisfaction
- Replacing Parts
Timeline
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Ben Kragt Automotive
10.2023 - Current
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Northern Diesel Service
06.2022 - 10.2023
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Everything Automotive
06.2021 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
St Marys Catholic College Cairns
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