Joshua McDonald
Wyongah,NSW
Summary
Adept Mechanic with extensive experience at Garth Walden Racing Australia, specializing in engine and transmission repair, and demonstrating exceptional troubleshooting skills. Excelled in high-pressure environments, effectively managing technicians and ensuring peak vehicle performance. Proven track record in enhancing efficiency and vehicle reliability through meticulous maintenance and innovative problem-solving.
lots of experience in the repair industry with a positive can do attitude. i am willing to give anything a go a stoked to learn as much a i can along the way, i have a very strong work ethic and am very passionate on my quality of work and efficiency, ive had lots of experience in all aspects of the automotive trade such as Engine systems, transmissions, fuel and oil systems, wiring, suspension and fabrication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic
Garth Walden Racing Australia
03.2022 - Current
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- 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 performance and efficiancy
- Maintained safe driving practices while navigating various road conditions, ensuring the secure transport of client vehicles.
- managed other technicians and drivers in high stress environments using good communication skills
- prided myself on a always tidy working area allowing my work to stay clean and have good presentation for potential customers
- worked in very high pressure and stressful situations
Apprentice Mechanic
East Coast Performance Tuning
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted senior mechanics with complex repairs, gaining hands-on experience and improving technical skills.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles, asking questions, and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
- Took assessments to prove knowledge base and skills.
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- work on a large variety or vehicle ranging from small passenger vehicles, large SUV'S, 4WD's and small trucks.
- gained a sound understanding for both petrol and diesel engines
Education
Certificate III - Automotive Mechanics
TAFE NSW
Warnervale, NSW10.2022
No Degree -
MacKillop Catholic College
Warnervale, NSW12.2019
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Engine and Transmission repair
- Diagnostic abilities
- Welding and fabrication
- CAD Drawing
- Manual lathe operation
Certification
Certified Motor Mechanic N0# MVTC186710
Licenced HR truck driver NO# 23685487
Timeline
Mechanic
Garth Walden Racing Australia
03.2022 - Current
Apprentice Mechanic
East Coast Performance Tuning
01.2020 - 03.2022
Certificate III - Automotive Mechanics
TAFE NSW
No Degree -
MacKillop Catholic College
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