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Daniel Villanova

Perth

Summary

At 4WDUSA, as a Head Mechanic, I spearheaded safety initiatives and trained staff, enhancing customer retention by boosting sales significantly. Expert in engine repair and customer relations, I implemented innovative strategies for service excellence and efficient parts management, ensuring top-notch vehicle maintenance and repair services.

Seasoned automotive repair professional adept at inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing wide range of vehicles and issues. Knowledgeable about service schedules, well-versed in reading technical documentation and familiar with scoping various components. ASE Master Certified.

Knowledgeable Head Mechanic offering expertise in customer and vendor relations, equipment operation and scheduling developed over [Number]+ years of experience. Skillful following technical documentation, writing work orders and inspecting work quality.

Head Mechanic with proven skills in diagnosing and correcting malfunctions in all vehicle systems. Excellent record of completing repairs, installations and refurbishments quickly and within estimated costs. Good recordkeeping, training and project management skills.

Industrious [Job Title] offering [Number] years of experience covering all aspects of auto repair. Expertise in repairing and maintaining engines and transmissions and inspecting and repairing brake systems. Honest and direct individual dedicated to guaranteeing customer satisfaction.

Ambitious Mechanic Supervisor with [Number] years of experience motivating, supervising and delegating tasks to [Number]-person team. Versatile and diligent individual proficient in diagnosing mechanical failures and determining corrective actions. In-depth knowledge of job-related diagnostic equipment. Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Mechanic

4WDUSA
01.1994 - Current
  • Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Developed strategies to improve sales and retention of customers, boosting sales [Number]%.
  • Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
  • Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
  • Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of garage.
  • Utilized [Software] to complete estimates for materials, labor and service costs.
  • Requisitioned materials and supplies such as tools, equipment and replacement parts.
  • Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Arranged for customer billing by determining charges for services requested and collecting deposits or payments.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
  • Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
  • Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
  • Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Completed diversified electrical work on automotive equipment such as servicing and installing batteries and terminals, repairing and adjusting lights and repairing generators and starters.
  • Wrote work orders and updated accounts in workshop computer.

Education

Cert III Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology - Mechanical Engineering

North Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA
12-1993

Skills

  • Suspension systems
  • Installing equipment
  • Engine repair
  • Transmission repair
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Customer relations
  • Brake systems
  • Welding
  • Computerized diagnostics
  • Maintaining records
  • Refurbishing skills
  • Parts management
  • Supply ordering
  • Inventory auditing
  • Overseeing garage operations
  • Service scheduling
  • Preventive maintenance procedures
  • Fuel systems
  • Driveline maintenance
  • Steering systems

Interests

  • Camping
  • Road Trips
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Reading
  • Music

Timeline

Head Mechanic

4WDUSA
01.1994 - Current

Cert III Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology - Mechanical Engineering

North Metropolitan TAFE
Daniel Villanova