BRIAN KOECH
Cranbourne West,Victoria
Summary
With a robust background as a Service Technician at Pattersom Chenney Toyota, Isuzu Ute, and expertise in diagnostic testing and customer service, I excel in delivering top-notch vehicle care and client satisfaction. My proactive approach and ability to collaborate effectively have consistently enhanced operational efficiency and customer trust.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Technician
Pattersom Chenney Toyota,Isuzu Ute
10.2023 - Current
- Carrying out all warranty work, including timing chains, software updates, engine, and parts replacement.
- Carrying out air conditioning work, diagnosis, repair, recovering, and filling refrigerant gas.
- Reassemble, test, clean, and adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies; use various instruments to make sure they are working properly, and put them back into the vehicle.
- Check motors that are running, road test motor vehicles, and test automotive systems and components using testing devices to find problems in vehicles.
- Diagnose, repair,, and replace engine management/fuel injection components.
- Test and repair electrical systems, such as lighting, instrumentation, ignition, and electronic fuel injection.
- Perform scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle conditions, and future repair requirements.
- Carry out pre-delivery inspection.
- Installing accessories on 4X4 Isuzu Ute, Mahindra, JAC, and Toyotas, including bull bars, towbars, roof bars, nudge bars, weather shields, cross bars, heavy and light duty trays, sports bars, bonnet protectors, side steps, wireless phone chargers, and tow mirrors, snorkels.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation and safety hazards prior to use.
Service Technician
Hyundai
7 2023 - 10.2024
- Carry out vehicle service according service intervals.
- Carry out warranty work, replacing engines, timing chains, and updating software.
- Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues
- Install new equipment, and explain operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Explain diagnostic findings to customers, and outline repair or service options.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Diagnose engine, suspension, brake, transmission, and other vehicle issues using extensive training and diagnostic equipment.
- Prepare vehicles for rigorous treatment by monitoring fluid levels, and performing preventive maintenance.
- Enhanced client retention through exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to addressing concerns promptly.
Service Technician
Self Employed
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components on light vehicle engines i.e - alternators, starter motors, ignition coils, globes,drive belts, radiators,batteries and tires.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance to my customers
- Carried out short term vehicle service, changing oil, oil filters, air filter, blower/cabin filters.
- Replaced brake parts and serviced brake systems, replaced rotors,brake pads, brake bleeding, handbrake adjustment,
- Cleaning and polishing customer cars
- Diagnosis of minor engine and vehicle intermittent faults.
- Vehicle inspection for purchase and sale purposes.
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
TRSS Australia
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Maintained detailed records of all completed repairs, ensuring proper documentation for future reference or warranty claims
Aviation Technology Teacher - Overseas
Nanyuki National School
02.2018 - 09.2019
Trainee - Overseas
Lady Lory Aircraft Charter
01.2017 - 01.2018
Education
Diploma Automotive Management
Paragon Polytechnic
Melbourne, VIC03.2024
Certificate II Air Conditioning
TAFE Gippsland
Yallourn, VIC11.2023
Certificate IV Light Vehicle - Automotive Technology Diagnosis
Paragon Polytechnic
Melbourne, VICCerticate III - Automotive Technology
Paragon Polytechnic
Melbourne, VICDiploma In Aeronautical Engineering (Overseas) - Aviation Engineering
Kenya Aeronautical College
Nairobi, KenyaNo Degree - Secondary Education
Lelmokwo High School
Kenya Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Customer Service
- Regulatory compliance
- Parts and accessory installation
- Air Conditioning
- Diagnostic testing
- Service reports
- Hand tools
Certification
- Licensed Confine space - 2years
- Licensed Fork Lift Operator- 5Years
- Licensed Air conditioning handling - 3 years
- Service Technician Certification
- First Aid and CPR
Personal Information
Title: Motor Mechanic General
Software
Word,Excel, Powerpoint
Timeline
Service Technician
Pattersom Chenney Toyota,Isuzu Ute
10.2023 - Current
Service Technician
Self Employed
10.2022 - 07.2023
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
TRSS Australia
11.2021 - 07.2022
Aviation Technology Teacher - Overseas
Nanyuki National School
02.2018 - 09.2019
Trainee - Overseas
Lady Lory Aircraft Charter
01.2017 - 01.2018
Service Technician
Hyundai
7 2023 - 10.2024
Diploma Automotive Management
Paragon Polytechnic
Certificate II Air Conditioning
TAFE Gippsland
Certificate IV Light Vehicle - Automotive Technology Diagnosis
Paragon Polytechnic
Certicate III - Automotive Technology
Paragon Polytechnic
Diploma In Aeronautical Engineering (Overseas) - Aviation Engineering
Kenya Aeronautical College
No Degree - Secondary Education
Lelmokwo High School
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