Clinton Thompson Thompson
Warwick,QLD
Summary
Personal summary: I’m indigenous and highly motivated, Capable of working in any environment, able to learn and lead, follow instructions easily. I’m a team player, I have a current open license and a cert iii in light vehicle mechanics. I have been qualified for 20 years and able to work on all makes and models of vehicles including light vehicles, trucks, oil rigs and power generation systems including auto electrics . From servicing, major repairs, fault finding, diagnostics, engine overhauls, to accessories fitting and mine spec fit outs. I’ve also been contract muster for 3 years . Fencing, yard building. Also various ranges of home and outdoor handyman from building kitchens to laying false floors I am also a confident welder and fabrication. My ambitions are to improve skills and develop skills for future events Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable employee seeking position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Enthusiastic eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of all and training in. Motivated to learn, grow and excel.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
light vehicle technician
BDS
Toowoomba, QLD
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Carryout servicing and repairs to light vehicles, trucks, trailers and machinery inspections and diagnostics including wiring
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Engine Builder
Engine house Australia
Ipswich, QLD
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Engine rebuilder
- Removal of engines, overhaul engines, installations of engines
- Inspect and diagnostics of engines and fault finding, servicing vehicles and replacement parts on vehicles, Mechanical,
- Identified defective items and made repairs according to department standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics and drawings to assemble parts and products.
- Collaborated with other line workers and team members to assemble and repair parts.
- Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
- Worked with heavy machinery and various power tools when assembling parts.
- Tested finished products for compliance with tolerances and overall quality.
- Performed repeated tasks while sitting or standing over extended periods of time.
- Disassembled and inspected components.
- Deburred, polished and painted surfaces.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Followed safety measures and protocols, enabling department to meet safety rating .
- Made and revised set ups on test strands previously calibrated by other staff.
Technician
Black Toyota Wawrwick QLD
Warwick, QLD
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Carry out servicing, Diagnostics and repairs of all vehicles, fault finding, accessories fitment, and carry out warranty repairs and replacement parts.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Executed diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations on all makes and models.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Set up and performed test activities.
- Read manuals and manufacturer instructions to install and troubleshoot devices.
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and calibration of equipment to quality standards.
- Conducted tests of components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment for manufacturing operations.
- Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
- Implemented, configured and optimized safety standards.
- Kept work consistently compliant with 5S standards.
- Developed corrective action plans and prevention strategies to improve product reliability.
Workshop Manager
Allora Downs
Spring Creek, QLD
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Carry out servicing and repairs to all fleet including Tractors,Trucks, Light Vehicles, Balers, Rakes and Machinery
- Log and report all vehicle maintenance and repairs
- Out source parts and supply parts
- Erect standalone domes
- Manufacture hydraulic conveyer systems, repair and maintain maintenance of chaff machines.
- Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
- Updated policies to reflect changing demands and improve performance, quality and efficiency of workshop operations.
- Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
- Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
- Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
- Worked with senior case managers to coordinate team development activities and trainings.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Foreman/Workshop controller/Technical advisor
Black ToyotaWorkshop
Miles, QLD
02.2018 - 05.2020
- Customer service, multitasking within workshop, control work effectively in workshop, services and repairing of all vehicle
- Diagnoses, fault find of vehicles , replacement parts, warranty recalls, accessory fitments
- Assign work through out employees for day to day repairs and efficiency of workshop.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days.
- Meticulously tracked parts and equipment used on each job site.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Assessed quality control report data to monitor and detect issues with quality of final products.
Lead Mechanic
Chinchilla 4x4 Service Center
Chinchilla, QLD
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Carry out servicing repairs to all makes and models of vehicles
- carry out fit out to vehicles ( suspension upgrades, accessory fitting) diagnostics and problem solving
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Determined schedules and assignments of work activities for member team, considering work priority, availability of equipment and skill of personnel.
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Requisitioned materials and supplies such as tools, equipment and replacement parts.
- Completed diversified electrical work on automotive equipment such as servicing and installing batteries and terminals, repairing and adjusting lights and repairing generators and starters.
- Created and planned and corrective maintenance work packages for troubleshooting, repair and testing of all systems using scan tools and diagnostic software
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Planned and implemented solutions for technical problems such as diagnostics and repairs.
- Monitored systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
Caravan Repairer
MAKS Onsite Caravan Repairs
Toowoomba, QLD
03.2015 - 01.2017
- Carry out repairs to all Caravans
- Accessory fitting and servicing
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Mechanical Technician
Cairns industries
Borroloola, NT
07.2013 - 03.2015
- Servicing, engine installation, drive train repairs, all vehicle repairs
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of all equipment.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of all equipment.
- Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components.
- Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance approaches.
- Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports.
- Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.
- Conducted tests of units and components, recording results.
- Planned, produced and assembled new or changed mechanical parts for products such as industrial machinery.
- Determined project procedures and specifications by following instructions and blueprints.
Mechanical Technician
Phillips Earth Moving
Tennant Creek, NT
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Repairs to machinery, repairs to vehicles, hydraulic systems, welding and fabrication, power generation systems, electrical work
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of all equipment.
- Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance approaches.
- Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports.
- Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.
- Conducted tests of units and components, recording results.
- Planned, produced and assembled new or changed mechanical parts for products such as industrial machinery.
- Performed research to develop equipment specifications for system performance parameters.
Owner Manager
Clintz contracting
Tennant Creek, NT
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Maintenance and repairs to all makes and models of vehicle, sub contractor to fluid power Tennant creek , hydraulic systems, electrical, welding and fabrication, repairs to all make and models of vehicle, trucks and machinery
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
Apprentice Mechanic, Mechanic
T & J Mobile Mechanical Repairs
Tennant Creek, NT
03.2002 - 03.2008
- Completion of light vehicle technician cert iii
- repairs to all makes and models of vehicles, trucks, and gensets
- Safely lifted cars to complete repairs, monitoring to increase personal efficiency.
- Attended all company and manufacturer training to increase knowledge.
- Kept personal appearance and all work areas neat and professional.
- Operated mechanic's tools and shop equipment safely to prevent damage.
- Took advantage of opportunities to learn new systems and repair procedures.
- Gave customers quotes on potential repairs with nearly 100% accuracy.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles under supervision, asking questions and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
- Test drove vehicles before and after repairs to determine functionality, necessary actions or completion statuses.
- Cleared work areas of debris and organized supplies to maintain safety and appearance.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Took assessments to prove knowledge base and skills, successfully passing over [Number] tests in [Timeframe].
- Scanned vehicle computer systems using [Type] scanners, noting results in [Software] for [Job title] review.
- Studied manuals and repair books to increase knowledge and mechanical understanding of vehicles.
- Answered shop phone and talked with customers about repair progress, changes to plans or necessary supplies.
- Contacted customers about changes in plans or necessary items to order for completed repairs.
- Managed inventory through computerized inventory control system.
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
- Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories.
- Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Diagnosed electrical malfunctions using oscilloscope.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
Station Hamnd
Tanami Downs
Tanami, QLD
01.2001 - 03.2002
- Mustering, Fencing, bore Running, Maintenance to all equipment, Yard building< Cattle handling, Horse handling, Gardening ,
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Education
Certificate III in Automotive (Mechanical - Light Vehicle -
Charles Darwin University
Alice Springs, NT03.2004
Licences & certifications Qld open Drivers Licence Certiii in Automotive -
Charles Darwin Univerity
Alice Springs, NT03.2005
Certificate III in Automotive (Mechanical - Light Vehicle) -
Charles Darwin University
Alice Springs, NT2005
Skills
- Vehicle systems
- Vehicle alignment
- Vehicle mechanics
- All vehicle repair knowledge
- Auto electrics
- Accessories fitting
- Horse handling
- Cattle handling
- Fencing
- Building
- Welding and fabrication
- Gardening
Bull Riding, Motor Bike Riding, Fishing, Family Time
In my own time, I like spending time with my family,
Go fishing from time to time
Teach my children to ride bikes
Timeline
light vehicle technician
BDS
10.2021 - 02.2022
Engine Builder
Engine house Australia
01.2021 - 10.2021
Technician
Black Toyota Wawrwick QLD
12.2020 - 01.2021
Workshop Manager
Allora Downs
05.2020 - 12.2020
Foreman/Workshop controller/Technical advisor
Black ToyotaWorkshop
02.2018 - 05.2020
Lead Mechanic
Chinchilla 4x4 Service Center
01.2017 - 02.2018
Caravan Repairer
MAKS Onsite Caravan Repairs
03.2015 - 01.2017
Mechanical Technician
Cairns industries
07.2013 - 03.2015
Mechanical Technician
Phillips Earth Moving
01.2012 - 12.2013
Owner Manager
Clintz contracting
01.2010 - 12.2012
Apprentice Mechanic, Mechanic
T & J Mobile Mechanical Repairs
03.2002 - 03.2008
Station Hamnd
Tanami Downs
01.2001 - 03.2002
Certificate III in Automotive (Mechanical - Light Vehicle -
Charles Darwin University
Licences & certifications Qld open Drivers Licence Certiii in Automotive -
Charles Darwin Univerity
Certificate III in Automotive (Mechanical - Light Vehicle) -
Charles Darwin University