Anto Thekkekara Francis
Mount Wellington ,Auckland
Summary
Heavy duty vehicle technician with twenty years of experience with diagnose mechanical and electrical problems ,repairing, maintaining, and overhauling diesel trucks as well as buses. Extensive knowledge of the most current diesel engine technology and repair standards and techniques. Experience communicating with customers in terms they can easily understand so they have a firm grasp of issues and what they can do to improve vehicle performance. , which is essential for test driving vehicles to ensure they have been properly and fully repaired. Experienced Diesel Technician with background testing, diagnosing and correcting mechanical issues with speed and accuracy. Good communicator with organized approach and solid understanding of priorities. Proficient Diesel Mechanic knowledgeable about Volvo, MACK, Renault, UD, Hino, & Ashok Leyland vehicles. Bringing 24 years' experience in repairs, rebuilds and installations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Technician
Sime Darby Motors NZ
Mount Wellington, Auckland
08.2023 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance and repair services on diesel engines, including engine overhauls, fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, transmissions and clutches.
- Tested vehicle components to ensure proper functioning and identified potential malfunctions or defects.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical problems in diesel engines using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Used tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs.
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems.
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to increase customer satisfaction.
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
Technician
INTERNATIONAL HEAVY EQIPMENT LLC(Dealer VOLVO truck & buses, Renault trucks)
Muscat, 111, Oman
06.2012 - 06.2023
- Responsibilities: Carried out major overhauling of engine, transmission system and differential unit
- Diagnosing and repairing electrical system
- Programming and fault code tracing
- Working as a senior technician in Volvo truck and buses and Renault truck
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair services on diesel engines, including engine overhauls, fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, transmissions and clutches.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical problems in diesel engines using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Diagnosed problems using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies.
- Installed software updates on customer machines while providing technical assistance when necessary.
Technician
SAUD BAHWAN GROUP
Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
11.2008 - 06.2012
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts and components on heavy trucks.
- Tested repaired systems to ensure proper operation.
- Dismantled and reassembled complex assemblies including engines, transmissions, differentials.
- Installed new engines, brakes and other related components into heavy trucks.
- Performed preventive maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
Technician
TVS & SONS. LTD. (INDIA)
Thrissur
06.2000 - 10.2008
- Attend all the regular service activities
- Attend all AMC and Warranty job by assuring company time schedule and quality
- Independently handle all under chassis repairs
- Check and repair fuel systems (LEYLAND & HINO
- ENGINES) and turbo chargers
- Repair hydraulic systems
- Diesel engine repairing and overhauling
- Perform complete overhauls on transmissions, differentials and clutch systems
- Respond to emergency road service calls and perform repairs as needed
- Maintain record of repairs, parts used and names of suppliers; prepare and maintain records of work orders and work performed.
Education
ITI course 2000 ( MECHANIC MOTOR VEHICLE ) -
01.2000
High school diploma -
01.1998
Skills
- CUSTOMER-SERVICE SKILLS ALLOW ME TO TAKE EQUALLY GOOD CARE OF CUSTOMERS AND DIESEL VEHICLES
- DETAILORIENTED, WHICH IS ESSENTIAL FOR NOTICING SMALL DETAILS AND ISSUES IN COMPONENTS AND ENGINES, IMPROVING MY REPAIR RATE AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
- SUPERIOR TROUBLESHOOTING SKILLS ENABLE ME TO BOTH IDENTIFY AND FIX PROBLEMS FOUND IN COMPLEX ELECTRONIC AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
- ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS, WHICH GUARANTEE MY WORKSTATION IS ALWAYS IN ORDER AND SAFE ACCORDING TO THE LATEST REGULATIONS
- Specializing in VOLVO
- Warranty repairs understanding
- Workplace Safety
- Troubleshooting skills
- Parts Estimates
- Electrical systems knowledge
- Team Collaboration
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/13/83
- Nationality: INDIAN
- Marital Status: MARRIED
References
REZA BIJANI, INTERNATIONAL HEAVY EQUIPMENT LLC, +968 93663037, reza.bijani@ihe-oman.com
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Sime Darby Motors NZ
08.2023 - Current
Technician
INTERNATIONAL HEAVY EQIPMENT LLC(Dealer VOLVO truck & buses, Renault trucks)
06.2012 - 06.2023
Technician
SAUD BAHWAN GROUP
11.2008 - 06.2012
Technician
TVS & SONS. LTD. (INDIA)
06.2000 - 10.2008
ITI course 2000 ( MECHANIC MOTOR VEHICLE ) -
High school diploma -
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