Kayden Pillay
Havelock North,HKB
Summary
Well-versed in keeping an orderly and clean shop for maximum efficiency. Skilled in testing, diagnosing and fixing issues with diesel equipment and vehicles. Excellent communication, organizational and prioritization skills. Knowledgeable automotive professional specializing in diesel vehicles. Background overhauling engines, troubleshooting system problems and replacing components. Proven strengths in time management, customer relations, problem-solving and mentoring.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Technician
Truck Stops NZ ( Palmerston North & Napier)
08.2019 - Current
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and safety inspections.
- Completed required documentation such as work-completed reports, timesheets and quality assessments via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Applied documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs and identify and prepare required parts and tools.
- Assessed engines to inform preventive maintenance work.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
Diesel Technician
Volvo Trucks Southern Africa
04.2013 - 07.2019
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and safety inspections.
- Completed required documentation such as work-completed reports, timesheets and quality assessments via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Applied documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs and identify and prepare required parts and tools.
- Assessed engines to inform preventive maintenance work.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
Education
Graduate Certificate -
AA Technical College
South Africa12.2015
High School Diploma -
Second High
South Africa12.2012
Skills
- Solid Independent Worker
- ECM Reprogramming
- Inspect Vehicles
- Equipment Inspection
- Maintenance Servicing
- ABS Systems Knowledge
- Wire Stripping
- Team Collaboration
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft
- Fast learner
- Eye for detail
- Organised
- Good communication skills
- Employee Supervision
- Subject Matter Expert
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Truck Stops NZ ( Palmerston North & Napier)
08.2019 - Current
Diesel Technician
Volvo Trucks Southern Africa
04.2013 - 07.2019
Graduate Certificate -
AA Technical College
High School Diploma -
Second High
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