Eugene Wessels
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Adept Automotive Technician with a proven track record at MW MotorWerke and more than 20 years of experience at varying levels, excelling at repair and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and executing precise repairs, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability. Skilled in welding and fabrication. Renowned for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to excellence.
Knowledgeable at servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles. Experienced in servicing all vehicle systems for diverse makes and models. Frequently commended for work quality and speed.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
MW MotorWerke
02.2021 - Current
- Perform diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Servic vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Complete full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replace damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Change, rotate, and balance tires on different types of vehicles.
- Explain maintenance and repair needs to customers and offer advice on preventative maintenance.
- Investigate customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
Automotive Technician
Konquer Customs
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in the design of custom products by providing input on material selection, dimensions, and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
Part-time Mechanic
Home Shop
01.2007 - 06.2019
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- General maintenance
Mechanic
AE Machine Tools
01.2002 - 12.2006
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed preventative maintenance to preserve performance and reliability of machinery.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
Aerospace Mechanic
Breytech Aviation
01.2000 - 12.2001
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Disassembled, inspected and overhauled engines
- Reconditioned components
- Operated machinery such as milling machines and lathes
Education
Red Seal - Automotive Service Technician
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC05-2024
Diploma - Project Management
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa02-2016
High School Diploma -
Durban North College
Durban, South Africa11-1996
Skills
- Engine repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Parts replacement
- Customer service
- Brake systems
- Inspecting vehicles
- Steering systems
- Suspension systems
- Alignments experience
- Fuel systems
- Exhaust systems
- Drivetrain repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Preventative maintenance
- Diagnosis and repairs
- Class 1 license
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Technician
MW MotorWerke
02.2021 - Current
Automotive Technician
Konquer Customs
02.2020 - 01.2021
Part-time Mechanic
Home Shop
01.2007 - 06.2019
Mechanic
AE Machine Tools
01.2002 - 12.2006
Aerospace Mechanic
Breytech Aviation
01.2000 - 12.2001
Red Seal - Automotive Service Technician
Okanagan College
Diploma - Project Management
University of Cape Town
High School Diploma -
Durban North College
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