FORREST SPINNEBERG
Wofford Heights
Summary
Diligent Lead Mechanic with solid background in overseeing mechanical operations and ensuring optimal shop performance. Effectively led teams to maintain and repair equipment, resulting in smooth and efficient workflows. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues and managing preventative maintenance schedules.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Lead Mechanic
DREW'S AUTOMOTIVE
08.2011 - 01.2022
- Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance scheduling and timely repairs.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Consistently met or exceeded revenue targets through effective team leadership and efficient workflow management.
- Conducted employee evaluations, identifying strengths and areas for growth while fostering professional development opportunities.
Automotive Lube Technician
DCH FORD of THOUSAND OAKS
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections to identify potential problems before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate automotive maintenance services.
- Enhanced shop productivity by consistently completing lubrication tasks within specified timeframes.
- Safeguarded the environment through responsible disposal of used oil, filters, batteries, and other hazardous materials according to local regulations.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
Education
GED -
STATE of CALIFORNIA
Los Angeles, CA02-1997
Skills
- Expert troubleshooting
- Brake systems
- Tire services
- Computer skills
- Suspension systems
- Advanced diagnostics
- Vehicle inspections
- Exhaust systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Automotive repair
- Gasoline engines
- Preventative maintenance
- Transmission repair
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Engine repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Tire balancing
- Driveline maintenance
- Installing equipment
- Customer relations
- Computerized diagnostics
- Steering systems
- Maintaining records
- Fuel systems
- Parts management
- Calibrating instruments
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Brake system maintenance
Timeline
Shop Lead Mechanic
DREW'S AUTOMOTIVE
08.2011 - 01.2022
Automotive Lube Technician
DCH FORD of THOUSAND OAKS
03.2010 - 03.2011
GED -
STATE of CALIFORNIA
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