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Todd Butler

Wodonga,VIC

Summary

Responsible Foreman with excellent project oversight, team management and blueprint interpretation skills coupled with more than 10 years of experience. Achieves project milestones and adheres to deadlines and quality standards.

Adept at leading teams and enhancing productivity at Twin City Truck Centre, I excel in engine diagnostics and effective communication. My proactive approach ensured project completion with high standards, leveraging skills in vehicle inspection and crew leadership to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Forman

Twin City Truck Centre
01.2022 - Current
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.

Diesel Mechanic

Twin City Truck Centre
12.2017 - 01.2022
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Reduced downtime for vehicles by quickly diagnosing and fixing mechanical issues.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and repairs on heavy diesel machinery.
  • Rebuilt components including engines, transmissions or braking systems when required instead of replacing with new parts, reducing costs for clients.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects within tight deadlines.
  • Mentored junior mechanics, sharing knowledge of best practices and industry standards for heavy diesel maintenance and repair.
  • Stayed up-to-date with latest industry trends and technologies, attending workshops and training sessions to continually improve skills as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic.
  • Enhanced communication between mechanics and service advisors, providing clear explanations of necessary repairs to customers.
  • Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
  • Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Twin City Truck Centre
07.2014 - 12.2017
  • Assisted senior mechanics in complex repairs, gaining valuable hands-on experience with advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA guidelines and company safety protocols during all repair tasks.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and supporting ongoing skill development.
  • Enhanced engine performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Supported shop efficiency by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and well-maintained on a daily basis.
  • Quickly adapted to the use of new diagnostic equipment or software updates in order to maintain high-quality service standards across all repair jobs.
  • Ensured optimal vehicle operation conditions by performing routine preventative maintenance tasks such as fluid checks, belt replacements, and brake system adjustments.
  • Reduced downtime for vehicles by efficiently diagnosing and repairing various diesel engine issues.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when disassembling engines for rebuilds or component replacement projects.
  • Cleaned shop, stored new supplies and put away tools to maintain organized work area.
  • Worked according to safety procedures for chemicals, tool use and protective equipment use.
  • Shadowed senior mechanics to develop advanced repair skills.

Education

Certificate III - Automotive Electrical Technology

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE
Wangaratta, VIC
11.2020

Certificate II - Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE
Wangaratta, VIC
08.2018

Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE
Wangaratta, VIC
12.2017

Skills

  • Dedicated Work Ethic
  • Attention to Detail
  • Crew Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Workplace Safety
  • Clutch System Maintenance
  • Engine Rebuilding Abilities
  • Engine diagnostics
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Transmission Repair Abilities
  • Vehicle Inspection Competence

Personal Time

When I am not working I enjoy spending some my spare time out camping, 4x4ing and fishing with my Wife, Three Children, Friends and other close relatives. 

Timeline

Forman

Twin City Truck Centre
01.2022 - Current

Diesel Mechanic

Twin City Truck Centre
12.2017 - 01.2022

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Twin City Truck Centre
07.2014 - 12.2017

Certificate III - Automotive Electrical Technology

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE

Certificate II - Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE

Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE
Todd Butler