Patrick Simon
Ridgeway,ON
Summary
Accomplished Automotive Technician and Driver with a proven track record at Challenger Motor Freight and Bruno Services, showcasing expertise in vehicle inspection and customer service. Excelled in maintaining punctuality and ensuring safe, efficient deliveries, alongside diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues, enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in time management and problem-solving, consistently achieving safe driving records and minimal damage claims.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver
Challenger Motor Fright/ Elgin Dry Van Diveson
11.2011 - 10.2024
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, contributing to overall team efficiency and productivity goals attainment.
- Collaborated with dispatch and logistics teams to streamline delivery schedules, improving overall efficiency.
- Kept detailed logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption, contributing to accurate record-keeping.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods, ensuring they were securely fastened and undamaged upon arrival.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
Automotive Technician
Bruno Serives
05.2001 - 07.2011
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
Education
Automotive Technician - Work On Cars And Trucks
Niagara College
Welland, None06-2000
GED -
College of The North Atlantic
Stephenville, NL05-1996
Skills
- Time management
- Valid Driver's license
- Customer service
- Clean driving record
- Problem-solving
- Punctual and reliable
- Flexible schedule
- Loading and unloading
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- CDL license
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Refrigerated Cargo Transport Certificate – International Institute of Refrigeration.
- Professional Truck Driver Certification (PTDC) - Professional Truck Driver Institute.
- Automotive Service Excellence Master Medium-Heavy Truck Technician Certification (ASE) – National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard Training Certificate 40-Hour Course(HAZWOPER)– Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA).
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) - Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
- Air Brake Certification - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) - National Private Truck Council.
- Motorcycle License/Endorsement – Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- Electronic Log Device Compliance Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE)
Interests
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Interior Design
- Drawing and Painting
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Woodworking
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Auto Repair/Restoration
Timeline
Driver
Challenger Motor Fright/ Elgin Dry Van Diveson
11.2011 - 10.2024
Automotive Technician
Bruno Serives
05.2001 - 07.2011
- Refrigerated Cargo Transport Certificate – International Institute of Refrigeration.
- Professional Truck Driver Certification (PTDC) - Professional Truck Driver Institute.
- Automotive Service Excellence Master Medium-Heavy Truck Technician Certification (ASE) – National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard Training Certificate 40-Hour Course(HAZWOPER)– Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA).
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) - Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
- Air Brake Certification - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) - National Private Truck Council.
- Motorcycle License/Endorsement – Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- Electronic Log Device Compliance Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE)
Automotive Technician - Work On Cars And Trucks
Niagara College
GED -
College of The North Atlantic
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