Des Whitehead
Wanganui,Manawatu
Summary
Efficient Shift Supervisor aiming to increase value of company through excellent leadership. Proudly offers talents in communication and organization. Outgoing and energetic individual familiar with various equipment operations. Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse vehicles through troubleshooting and diagnostics. Successful at adapting to new procedures, makes and models. Safely lifts up to [Number] pounds.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Supervisor
Nikki Pastics
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills
Pattern Cutter
QSI
05.2012 - 01.2014
- Kept work areas organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
- Kept equipment clean and maintained in order to meet requirements.
- Operated cutting machine according to all safety protocols.
- Stood for long hours, frequently reached or bent and lifted up to 60 pounds regularly to carry out daily tasks.
Self Employed /Diesel Mechanic
Zed Mechanical
02.2007 - 08.2009
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
Drillers Offsider
Avko Drilling
01.2006 - 02.2007
- Worked as part of crew or without supervision to accomplish drilling tasks.
- Complied, understood and supported corporate safety initiatives to maintain safe work environment.
- Operated and serviced trucks, backhoes, forklifts, generators, engines, pumps and other types of equipment.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Ran machines safely in fast-paced environments deep underground.
- Checked equipment regularly for upkeep needs or signs of malfunction.
- Checked machinery for safety, protecting personnel and equipment from harm.
Mechanic
Dewes Contractors
01.2004 - 01.2005
- 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.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
Mechanic
Weatherall Transport
01.2003 - 01.2004
- 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.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Cable Price
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Installed and adjusted fuel injection systems and turbochargers to enhance vehicle performance.
- Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Adhered to safety regulations while servicing vehicles, preventing injuries and accidents.
Automotive Mechanic's Apprentice
Enterprise Car Sales
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Skills
- Hiring and Training
- Calendar Management
- Staff Supervision
- Service Quality
- Coaching and Training
- Disciplinary Action
- Shift Coverage
- Duty Assignments
- General Housekeeping
- Shift Checklists
- Handle Materials
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Monitor Production
- Supervision
- Safety Awareness
Timeline
Shift Supervisor
Nikki Pastics
01.2016 - 01.2017
Pattern Cutter
QSI
05.2012 - 01.2014
Self Employed /Diesel Mechanic
Zed Mechanical
02.2007 - 08.2009
Drillers Offsider
Avko Drilling
01.2006 - 02.2007
Mechanic
Dewes Contractors
01.2004 - 01.2005
Mechanic
Weatherall Transport
01.2003 - 01.2004
Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Cable Price
01.2001 - 01.2003
Automotive Mechanic's Apprentice
Enterprise Car Sales
01.1998 - 01.2001
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