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Michael KLAASSEN

Pukekohe,NZ

Summary

Experienced automotive technician with 6 years of expertise in diagnostics and repair of modern and classic automobiles and light-duty trucks. Knowledgeable automotive professional with a background in servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles. Skilled in servicing brakes, exhaust systems, and engines for diverse makes and models. Consistently recognized for delivering high-quality work and completing tasks efficiently.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Automotive Technician (high Performance )

Self Employed (Director)
11.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Increased customer trust by providing accurate explanations of technical issues and offering appropriate solutions tailored to individual needs.
  • Conducted detailed quality assurance checks on completed repairs, ensuring the highest level of workmanship at all times.
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules for customers'' vehicles to reduce costs associated with unplanned repairs.

Automotive and Electrical Engineer

Tehihi Autocourt LTD
10.2018 - 09.2023
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs
  • Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.

Mechanic / Machine Operator

Caddy Agricultural LTD
07.2017 - 12.2018
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components
  • Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.

Apprentice Electrician

Ararimu Electrical
11.2017 - 10.2018
  • Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
  • Installed appropriate parts to bring electrical power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or cooling systems
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.

Pick Packer

Clevedon Valley - Buffalo
04.2016 - 03.2017
  • Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system
  • Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating with team members regarding orders and fulfillment
  • Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.

Farm hand / Milker

Oete Goat Farms
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix
  • Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil
  • Repaired farm equipment, completing both emergency and preventive maintenance quickly and accurately.

Education

Level 3 And 4 : Automotive Mechanics - Autobody Repair

Automotive And Electrical Engineer
MITO
11.2022

NCEA Level 1, 2 And 3 -

Rosehill College
01.2022

Skills

  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Planning Skills
  • Can work well individually and in collaborative groups/teams
  • Great Time management
  • Communication
  • As well as working well individually or under management I also have taken on leadership roles in larger projects and successfully completed them to a high work standard
  • Pride myself on high quality workmanship
  • Engine repair
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Customer Service
  • Issue Resolution
  • Optimizing engine performance

Timeline

Lead Automotive Technician (high Performance )

Self Employed (Director)
11.2022 - Current

Automotive and Electrical Engineer

Tehihi Autocourt LTD
10.2018 - 09.2023

Apprentice Electrician

Ararimu Electrical
11.2017 - 10.2018

Mechanic / Machine Operator

Caddy Agricultural LTD
07.2017 - 12.2018

Pick Packer

Clevedon Valley - Buffalo
04.2016 - 03.2017

Farm hand / Milker

Oete Goat Farms
03.2016 - 01.2017

Level 3 And 4 : Automotive Mechanics - Autobody Repair

Automotive And Electrical Engineer

NCEA Level 1, 2 And 3 -

Rosehill College
Michael KLAASSEN