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John Easley

Beenleigh,QLD

Summary

I have previously completed a Cert 1 in Municipal Works with the then Warwick Shire Council in 2020 - now Southern Downs Regional Council.

In this my job role encompassed road preparation, road laying, water and sewerage pipe laying and connections, concreting, line marking, traffic and council signage setup and install, new light globes in traffic lights and general labouring and maintenance.

Foe the past 20 years I have been working in automotive maintenance as a Store manager, mechanical T/A, wheel aligning and tyre fitting inc cars, trucks and light industrial.

I am hard working, honest, reliable, have an open manual car license and construction white card.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Goodyear Springwood
Springwood, Qld
03.2016 - Current
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
  • Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
  • Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
  • Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
  • Developed and implemented appropriate plans to resolve unfavorable trends and enhance sales.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Communicated company directives and programs to associates and ensured all follow-up items were completed accurately and timely.

Wheel Aligner

Goodyear Springwood
Springwood, Qld
07.2011 - Current
  • Aligning of vehicles.
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
  • Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new engine oil.
  • Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
  • Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
  • Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
  • Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be machined or other service requirements.
  • Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
  • Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
  • Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
  • Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
  • Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
  • Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
  • Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
  • Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
  • Tyre fitting for car, truck and industrial.
  • Diagnosing suspension and related component issues.
  • Help the mechanics with servicing and associated repairs.
  • Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.

House Rendering

Self employed 2018-2020
Beenleigh, QLD
  • Mixed concrete to specified consistency and spread over designated area, using rake or trowel.
  • Prepared surfaces by cleaning, removing old paint, oil, grease, dust, dirt for proper adhesion of new material.
  • Sprayed textured finishes on exterior walls of buildings using a hopper gun.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
  • Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents.

Municipal WorksTrainee

Warwick Shire Council 1999-2000
Warwick, QLD
  • Inspected and repaired roads, bridges, and culverts in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Maintained records of work performed, materials used, and any other relevant information.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect potential hazards or damage to the roadway.
  • Performed manual labor tasks including shoveling dirt and debris from roadsides.
  • Repaired potholes by filling them with asphalt or other material.
  • Operated a variety of tools and equipment related to road maintenance such as jackhammers, wacker packer's, power saws, compactors and concrete mixers.
  • Cleaned ditches by removing sediment and debris from drainage systems.
  • Sealed cracks on road surfaces using appropriate sealant materials.
  • Assisted in constructing new roads including laying gravel base layers and paving surfaces with asphalt or concrete.
  • Assembled temporary traffic control signs at construction sites according to state regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress of projects and completion of assignments.
  • Followed all safety protocols while working on the job site.
  • Collaborated with co-workers to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
  • Displayed a professional attitude towards customers who stopped at work sites for inquiries about ongoing projects.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations where immediate repair was necessary due to hazardous conditions.
  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
  • Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
  • Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
  • Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.

Education

Cert 4 - Retail Management

Tafe Victoria

Cert 3 - Light Mechanical (underbody)

Qld Tafe

Cert 1 - Municiple Works

Qld Tafe

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Staff Development
  • Sales Techniques
  • Revenue Forecasting
  • Employee Coaching and Motivation
  • Goal Setting
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Training and Development
  • Hiring and Training
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluation
  • Problem Resolution
  • Employee Development
  • Staff Training
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Team Leadership
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Cost Control
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Administration and Reporting
  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Lead Generation
  • Issue and Conflict Resolution
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Time Management
  • Decision Making
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Good Judgment
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Customer Service

References

  • John Parker - Owner

Goodyear Springwood

3209 5188

Timeline

Manager

Goodyear Springwood
03.2016 - Current

Wheel Aligner

Goodyear Springwood
07.2011 - Current

Cert 4 - Retail Management

Tafe Victoria

Cert 3 - Light Mechanical (underbody)

Qld Tafe

Cert 1 - Municiple Works

Qld Tafe

House Rendering

Self employed 2018-2020

Municipal WorksTrainee

Warwick Shire Council 1999-2000

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