Jamie Matheson
Montague,PE
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Mechanic
Tourism Prince Edward Island
Brudenell Dundarave Golf Course
03.2012 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of garage.
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Requisitioned materials and supplies such as tools, equipment and replacement parts.
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Determined schedules and assignments for team, considering work priority, availability of equipment and skill of personnel.
- Complete estimates for materials, labor and service costs.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
Truck and Transport Mechanic
Transportation And Infrastructure Renewal
Bus Depot, Cardigan PEI
05.2002 - 03.2012
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Adhered to safety regulations while servicing vehicles, preventing injuries and accidents.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to inspect diesel engines for signs of damage.
- Determined cost-effective solutions to mechanical issues, saving company money.
- Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.
- Replaced and repaired fuel injection systems for diesel engines in buses and trucks.
- Checked completed repairs in buses and trucks, confirming correct servicing procedures.
- Executed tune-ups on diesel engines by adjusting valves and setting engine timing.
- Organized test drives in buses and trucks to identify needed repairs.
- Analyzed engine faults in buses and trucks, identifying potential causes and determining needed repairs.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Bobby Brothers
Three Rivers Mobile Maintenance
05.1997 - 05.2002
- Cleaned, lubricated and performed other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
- Fitted bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
- Tested mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly for proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
- Diagnosed faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment.
- Scheduled maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and kept equipment service records.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Repaired and replaced engine parts such as pistons, cylinders and liners to restore function.
- Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
Automotive Mechanic
Malcolm McGowan
McGowan Motors, Montague, PEI
06.1992 - 05.1997
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
Education
Certificate - Automotive Mechanic
Holland College
Charlottetown, PE05.1992
Timeline
Head Mechanic
Tourism Prince Edward Island
03.2012 - Current
Truck and Transport Mechanic
Transportation And Infrastructure Renewal
05.2002 - 03.2012
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Bobby Brothers
05.1997 - 05.2002
Automotive Mechanic
Malcolm McGowan
06.1992 - 05.1997
Certificate - Automotive Mechanic
Holland College