- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Camping
- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Road Trips
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Adventure and Trail bike riding
Jacob Morse
Ringwood,VIC
Summary
Experienced Automotive Technician with 10+ years of expertise in diagnostics and repair of a wide range of vehicles, light-duty trucks, motorcycles and other equipment.
Organized and driven with a successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Full Manual Drivers License and own transport
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Auto Electrician
LILYDALE SERVICE GROUP
12.2023 - Current
- Tested wiring for issues and removed faulty sections.
- Filled out documentation specifying observations, modifications, and results of completed car repair work.
- Learned and maintained proper safety procedures in shop and with each repair or maintenance action.
- Provided cost estimates to customers based on volume of work and time required to fix car's electrical problems.
- Spoke with 10+ customers weekly to determine nature of vehicular malfunctions.
- Performed semi-skilled and skilled work under direction of fully qualified auto electrician.
- Installation of satellite navigation, Audio, DVD, dash cams and other accessory systems.
- Tested starters, door controls and alternators for proper functioning.
- Read and interpreted technical documentation such as drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Analyzed test results, working alongside management to fix complications.
- Evaluated systems to identify and locate system malfunctions using visual, manual and computer-assisted diagnostic approaches.
- Built special wood, fibreglass and carpet enclosures to hold equipment and minimize shifting.
- Installed new wiring and connections to complete connections and bypass cable faults.
- Created detailed estimates and accurate work order documentation, factoring in labor costs and materials needed to successfully complete high-quality work.
- Accessed needed areas by carefully removing door or dash panels, seats and carpeting.
- Serviced and repaired pumps, starters, motors and other types of electrical equipment.
- Manage comprehensive setup for canopy-based dual battery systems in vehicles with focus on camping requirements.
RWC TESTER
Lilydale Mitsubishi
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Ensured compliance with safety standards as a licensed tester at Lilydale Mitsubishi.
- Conducted daily inspections of over 10 vehicles.
- Captured photographic evidence of completed tasks using iPad and camera equipment.
- Performed operational checks on vehicles through test driving for fault detection.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Mechanic
Ringwood Off-road
02.2017 - 12.2021
- Fitted a range of high-quality accessories like bullbars, suspension lifts, radio communication systems and enhanced lighting.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to prepare detailed repair estimates.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms.
Landscaper
Belic Landscapes
12.2012 - 12.2014
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt Lilydale Mercy College
Lilydale, VIC09-2005
Skills
- Complaint resolution
- Electrical system rewiring
- Maintenance and repairs
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Customer service
- Working as a team
Certification
AUR30616 CERTIFICATE III IN LIGHT VEHICLE MECHANIC TECHNOLOGY - 22/11/2018
VR003 ADMINISTRATION - 07/05/22
VR004 INSPECT AND TEST LIGHT VEHICLES - 07/05/22
VR005 STRUCTURAL AWARENESS - 07/05/22
TLILIC0003 LICENCED TO OPERATE FORKLIFT TRUCK -09/09/21
MANAGEMENT OF CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FOR AUTOMOTIVE WORKSHOPS - 05/12/2018
AUR20220 CERTIFICATE II IN AUTOMOTIVE
AIRCONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY - 12/07/24
Interests
Timeline
Auto Electrician
LILYDALE SERVICE GROUP
12.2023 - Current
RWC TESTER
Lilydale Mitsubishi
12.2021 - 12.2023
Mechanic
Ringwood Off-road
02.2017 - 12.2021
Landscaper
Belic Landscapes
12.2012 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Mt Lilydale Mercy College
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