Brad Deaves
Chelsea,Victoria
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse vehicles through troubleshooting and diagnostics. Successful at adapting to new procedures, makes and models.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Rapid Tune Automotive Services
11.2023 - Current
- Store management / customer service
- Head mechanic
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- 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.
Apprentice Mechanic 3rd & 4th Year
Rapid Tune Automotive Services
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Took advantage of opportunities to learn new systems and repair procedures.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles, asking questions and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
- Acted as senior mechanic completing major repairs (under supervision).
- Cleared work areas of debris and organized supplies to maintain safety and appearance.
- Customer Service
- Store Management activities
Apprentice Mechanic 2nd Year
My Car Tyre And Auto
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Took advantage of opportunities to learn new systems and repair procedures.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles, asking questions and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- Cleared work areas of debris and organized supplies to maintain safety and appearance.
Apprentice Mechanic 1st & 2nd Year
Rapid Tune Automotive Services
06.2018 - 11.2020
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- Cleared work areas of debris and organized supplies to maintain safety and appearance.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles, asking questions and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
- Studied manuals and repair books to increase knowledge and mechanical understanding of vehicles.
- Safely lifted cars to complete repairs.
- Kept personal appearance and all work areas neat and professional.
- Operated mechanic's tools and shop equipment safely to prevent damage.
Apprentice Carpenter 1st Year
Hilly's Construction
01.2017
Apprentice Carpenter 1st Year
G&D Wills Construction
01.2016
Education
Certificate III - Light Vehicle Mechanical Tech - Mechanics And Repairers
Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC11.2023
Certificate II - Automotive Servicing Technology (2018) -
CHISHOLM INSTITUTE
Certificate II - Building and Construction (2016) -
CHISHOLM INSTITUTE
Skills
- Store Management / Customer Service
- Supervision
- Work Order Management
- Vehicle Inspections
- Inventory Management
- Auto and Engine Repair
- Road-Worthiness Evaluations
- Maintenance and Repairs
- Wheel alignment
- Suspension systems
- Electrical System Rewiring
- Vehicle Test Drives
Timeline
Mechanic
Rapid Tune Automotive Services
11.2023 - Current
Apprentice Mechanic 3rd & 4th Year
Rapid Tune Automotive Services
01.2022 - 11.2023
Apprentice Mechanic 2nd Year
My Car Tyre And Auto
02.2021 - 12.2021
Apprentice Mechanic 1st & 2nd Year
Rapid Tune Automotive Services
06.2018 - 11.2020
Apprentice Carpenter 1st Year
Hilly's Construction
01.2017
Apprentice Carpenter 1st Year
G&D Wills Construction
01.2016
Certificate III - Light Vehicle Mechanical Tech - Mechanics And Repairers
Chisholm Institute
Certificate II - Automotive Servicing Technology (2018) -
CHISHOLM INSTITUTE
Certificate II - Building and Construction (2016) -
CHISHOLM INSTITUTE
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