Tiernan Thornton
Perth,WA
Summary
A seasoned HD Fitter with a robust background, I excel in diagnosing and repairing complex machinery, leveraging my technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. My leadership roles along my career honed my ability to oversee diverse teams, achieving efficiency and high-quality standards. Skilled in adapting quickly to new technologies, I bring precision and effective communication to every task.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
HD Fitter
KLF Contracts
08.2022 - Current
- Learned new skills on all different types of machinery, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Hitcahi, Volvo, Isuzu, John Deere.
- Diagnose a repair high pressure hydraulic systems.
- Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, torque converters, hydrostatic transmissions
- Use of new types of Diagnostic software.
- Change out of major components.
- Work in a field service role and follow safe work regulations and procedures.
Volvo Technician
Truck Centre WA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Learned how to work in a different type of environment in a different country.
HGV Technician
Kikenny Commercials
04.2020 - 02.2022
- Began working here as it was closer to home.
- This was a Volvo based workshop where we carried out diagnoses and repairs to the highest standard.
- Completed diagnoses with specialty tools, pressure gauges, oscilloscopes and multimeters.
- Carried out air conditioning repairs
HGV Technician/supervisor
Thomspon Transport
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Returned here as head mechanic in workshop and learned how to oversee and run a workshop. I seen this as a great stepping stone in my career going forward.
- Learned how to adapt to situations and think on the spot as it was a busy workshop with all different types of trucks and trailers. began broadening my horizons by using many different types of diagnostic equipment for different types of equipment.
HGV Technician
Irish Commercials
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Moved here as a senior mechanic in the workshop and now had apprentices working under me. Got experience in a brand new state of the art workshop using specialty tools.
- My main job role was overseeing and diagnosing technical issues on both trucks and buses.
HGV Technician
Dennison Commercials (Volvo Dealership)
09.2013 - 09.2017
- Finished my apprenticeship here.
- Learned and worked on equipment from the newest to the oldest.
- Stripped and rebuilt engines, transmissions, differentials. diagnosed and repaired in depth technical wiring issues.
- Got great knowledge in reading wiring diagrams, OEM diagnostics and reprogramming.
- Got experience from a lot of different mechanics and took information from each one to improve my skills.
Apprentice Mechanic
Mc Gill Transport
03.2012 - 09.2017
- This was another Saturday job where i worked when i was in my last year of high school. I had been given more freedom to work alone and began removing transmissions, engines and carrying out general small repairs alone.
- I started learning basic electrics and how circuits work and what they were supposed to be doing.
Apprentice Mechanic
Thompson Transport
03.2011 - 09.2012
- Started out my working career helping my father on weekends and over the summer break from High school.
- Got to know the basics on tooling equipment and different types of trucks.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's High School
Crossmaglen UKIMI Level 3 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Repairs - Mechanic
Stephenson College (Volvo)
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Leadership
- Technical knowledge
- Ability to adapt to new things quickly
Timeline
HD Fitter
KLF Contracts
08.2022 - Current
Volvo Technician
Truck Centre WA
03.2022 - 08.2022
HGV Technician
Kikenny Commercials
04.2020 - 02.2022
HGV Technician/supervisor
Thomspon Transport
07.2018 - 04.2020
HGV Technician
Irish Commercials
09.2017 - 07.2018
HGV Technician
Dennison Commercials (Volvo Dealership)
09.2013 - 09.2017
Apprentice Mechanic
Mc Gill Transport
03.2012 - 09.2017
Apprentice Mechanic
Thompson Transport
03.2011 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's High School
IMI Level 3 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Repairs - Mechanic
Stephenson College (Volvo)
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