PETER (BOONJA) KNIGHT
SHEPPARTON,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Diesel Technician with extensive experience at CMV, excelling in engine diagnostics and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance client relationships and deliver timely, high-quality repairs. Skilled in hydraulic systems and technical troubleshooting, ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance. Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of service delivery.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sole Trader
Boonja's Mechanical Repairs
SHEPPARTON, VIC
11.2021 - Current
- Organized financial records, including invoices, payments, statements and taxes.
- Developed strategic partnerships with other businesses to expand reach and grow client base.
- Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication.
- Executed preventive maintenance services including oil changes and lubrication
- Replaced worn components including radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Restored hydraulic systems by overhauling pumps and cylinders.
- Disassembled defective units to diagnose malfunctions and repair them accordingly.
- Reviewed vehicles for compliance with safety standards and roadworthiness
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
- Performed licensed HVAC repairs, maintaining high-quality service and adherence to industry regulations.
- Specialized in servicing and maintaining Volvo, Mack, UD, and Hino vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. But not limited too
Diesel Technician 24\7
CMV
SHEPPARTON, VIC
02.2021 - 10.2021
- on-call 24\7
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Rebuilt diesel motors by replacing pistons, liners and other internal components.
- Repaired hydraulic hoses and lines according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Specialized in maintenance and repair of Volvo, Mack, UD, and Hino diesel engines.
Diesel Technician
D&S Truck Repairs
SHEPPARTON, VIC
02.2014 - 02.2021
- Performed routine maintenance and repair services on diesel engines, including engine overhauls, fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, transmissions and clutches.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and performed repairs when necessary.
- Adjusted valves to maintain the correct pressure for efficient operation of the engine.
- Rebuilt diesel motors by replacing pistons, liners and other internal components.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical problems in diesel engines using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Specialized in servicing and repairing Hino, UD, Mack, and Volvo diesel engines.
Forklift Operator
SPC
SHEPPARTON, VIC
01.2003 - 10.2014
- Forklift Operator on High-Volume Fruit Graders
- Wash down equipment when not in use for production.
Trade Assistant
VISY
SHEPPARTON, VIC
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Installed new parts or replaced worn-out components using hand tools or power tools.
- Assisted with routine servicing of diesel engines, including oil changes and filter replacements.
- Kept accurate records detailing the type of work performed on each vehicle serviced.
- Performed basic repairs such as replacing belts, hoses, bearings and seals.
- Assisted with repairs to brakes, transmissions, clutches, hydraulics systems and other components on a variety of vehicles.
- Dismantled damaged parts to inspect them for wear or defects.
Dispatch Supervisor
GATHERCOLE MEAT EXPORTS
TATURA, VIC
03.2008 - 01.2011
- Matched bills of lading and reconciled quantities to verify items shipped.
- Utilized various software systems to facilitate movement, planning and scheduling.
- Operated forklift to efficiently load and unload trucks, ensuring timely dispatch of goods.
- SAWMAN
- Executed precise handling of boner and knife to enhance meat processing efficiency.
Trailer Mechanic
BOGDAN TRANSPORT
SHEPPARTON, VIC
06.2005 - 11.2007
- Servicing and maintaining trailers.
- Brake re-lines.
- Guard mounting and welding.
- truck servicing
- mounting brackets and wiring new light
Education
Heavy Commercial Diesel Technician -
Ace Kangan Batman
Docklands, VICShepparton High School
Shepparton, VICSkills
- Engine diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Hydraulic systems
- Vehicle inspection
- Parts replacement
- Customer relationship management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Professionalism
Certification
- cert 4 diesel technician
- cert 4 hvac
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sole Trader
Boonja's Mechanical Repairs
11.2021 - Current
Diesel Technician 24\7
CMV
02.2021 - 10.2021
Diesel Technician
D&S Truck Repairs
02.2014 - 02.2021
Trade Assistant
VISY
01.2011 - 01.2014
Dispatch Supervisor
GATHERCOLE MEAT EXPORTS
03.2008 - 01.2011
Trailer Mechanic
BOGDAN TRANSPORT
06.2005 - 11.2007
Forklift Operator
SPC
01.2003 - 10.2014
Heavy Commercial Diesel Technician -
Ace Kangan Batman
Shepparton High School
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