Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
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Peter Lyons

Bedford,NS

Summary

Dedicated professional with proven performance in management, leadership and communication. Detail-oriented in problem-solving and planning. Ready to make an immediate contribution to the team.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Manager

Driveline Vehicle Group
09.2022 - Current
  • I supervise and control all aspects of the shop from customer experience to shop functions as well as controlling and managing inventory and Parts
  • Identified areas of improvement within the department and implemented solutions accordingly.
  • Implemented new procedures to streamline workflow processes.
  • Cultivated rapport with clients to build loyalty.

Instructor

NSCC Apprenticeship Faculty
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Taught an Automotive apprenticeship Class in a Term Position that was very rewarding
  • Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Encouraged active participation from all students through hands-on activities.

Master technician

Steele Mitsubishi
07.2015 - 01.2023
  • Performed all aspects of the automotive trade including training and educating new and advanced apprentices
  • Performed complex diagnostic procedures on vehicles, including electrical and mechanical systems, to determine causes of malfunctions and required repairs.
  • Assisted in the training of new technicians on proper repair techniques and use of shop equipment.

Apprentice technician

C.A.R.S Automotive
01.2015 - 07.2015
  • Working in a fast paced shop doing advanced trade duties as well as learning and advancing trade craft.

Loss Control Specialist

Risk Management Services
08.2014 - 01.2015
  • I completed residential home inspections for insurance companies
  • Maintaining my own schedule, setting up and completing my own appointments.

Fleet Manager

Canada Drayage
07.2013 - 08.2014
  • Position in the drayage division of Fastfrate
  • In this position I managed the flow of work to drivers, was responsible for fleet maintenance, data entry and customer interaction
  • A Supervisory role of 25+ drivers and 100+ Pieces of equipment
  • Interviewed prospective drivers and made recommendations on hiring decisions.
  • Monitored driver performance through daily reports, logs, and inspections; took corrective action as needed.

Education

Automotive Service And Repair -

NSCC
Halifax, NS
06.2008

Grade 12 -

Cole Harbour District High School
Cole Harbour, NS
02.2007

Skills

  • KPI Monitoring
  • Quality Control
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Coaching and Mentorship

Additional Information

  • Achieved the bronze award in the Duke of Edinburgh’s award program.
  • Eric Davidson Memorial Award For Academic Achievement (NSCC)

Certification

Automotive Service Technician RedSeal

WHMIS

OHS

Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Inspection License

CFC Handling

Timeline

Instructor

NSCC Apprenticeship Faculty
01.2023 - 03.2023

Service Manager

Driveline Vehicle Group
09.2022 - Current

Master technician

Steele Mitsubishi
07.2015 - 01.2023

Apprentice technician

C.A.R.S Automotive
01.2015 - 07.2015

Loss Control Specialist

Risk Management Services
08.2014 - 01.2015

Fleet Manager

Canada Drayage
07.2013 - 08.2014

Automotive Service And Repair -

NSCC

Grade 12 -

Cole Harbour District High School
Peter Lyons