SHAILENDRA AUTAR
Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on Commercial vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions.
Experienced with diagnosing and repairing wide range of mechanical issues. Utilizes advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to ensure optimal vehicle performance. Track record of maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency in all repair and maintenance tasks.
Mechanical professional with extensive hands-on experience in vehicle repair and maintenance. Proven ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues efficiently while adhering to high standards of quality and safety. Collaborative team player known for reliability and ability to adapt to changing repair needs, offering expertise in engine diagnostics, brake systems, and electrical repairs.
Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse vehicles through troubleshooting and diagnostics. Successful at adapting to new procedures, makes, and models. Safely lifts up to 5500 pounds.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Progressive Waste Connections
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Perform Preventive Maintenance program minor and major repairs including brakes, air systems, and diagnosis of electrical faults and hydraulic repairs
- Perform commercial vehicle inspections on road test vehicles for safe operation
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
Mechanic
TOK TRANSIT
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Performed preventive maintenance on transit buses
- Diagnosed electrical defects on multiplex systems
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity through meticulous attention to preventive maintenance tasks such as fluid checks, belt replacements, and battery testing.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
- Mentored junior mechanics in proper diagnostic techniques, tool usage, and workplace safety practices to foster their growth within the company.
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics through diligent work ethic and attention to detail in all repair tasks.
- Raised safety standards for vehicles by performing comprehensive brake system repairs and replacements.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
Mechanic
Endix Industrial Trucking Co.
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Performed commercial vehicles repairs; differentials, warranty work
- Maintained de-commissioned Municipality of Wood Buffalo Vehicles for auction
- Maintained and repaired Heavy Equipment (Front end loaders, garbage compactors, D9 Dozers)
- Trouble shoot and repair electrical, air systems major and minor work on air brakes
- Perform vehicle inspections as per guidelines by CVSE on a regular basis
- Perform preventive maintenance; routine hydraulic inspection and maintenance
Education
Apprenticeship - Commercial Transport
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC10.1999
Certificate Commercial Vehicle Inspection - undefined
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
08.2020
Certificate Commercial Transport - Inter-provincial
British Columbia
BCIT10.1999
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake systems
- Diagnostics
- Workplace safety
- Fuel systems
- Problem diagnosis
- Vehicle test drives
- Vehicle inspections
- Suspension systems
- Filter replacements
Training
- Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS)2014
- ACSA, Alberta
PROFILE
- Over20 years’ experience as Commercial Transport Mechanic working in both trucks and coaches
- Experienced with New Flyer, Nova, MCI and Prevost Buses
- 4 years’ experience as Mechanic at a Kenworth Dealership, worked on all tractors and trailer’s such as Kenworth, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Western Star and some Mack truck.
- Province of BC Certified Mechanic in Commercial Transport with Red Seal Endorsement
- Certificate of Qualification: Inspector Identification Card (exp.:2020-08-31)
- Proficient knowledge of air, electrical troubleshooting, front end work including suspension re and re, clutches, differentials and basic knowledge of engine tear down and rebuild
- Knowledge in Hendrickson suspension work
- Strong motor skills, hand-eye coordination
- Experience to deliver, guide, facilitate apprentices during their work and help them develop the job competencies and their expertise in the field of commercial vehicles
- Stimulated by challenges and possibility of continuous learning
- Responsible, reliable, flexible, disciplined and consistent with work
- Fast and easy adaptable, serious, dynamic, sociable, respectful and discrete
- Excellent interpersonal and good customer service skills
- Able to follow and respect instructions, good sense of initiative and perseverance
- Excellent organizational and teamwork skills
- Able to work under a minimum of supervision
- Valid Class2 B C Driver’s License
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Mechanic
Progressive Waste Connections
06.2016 - 08.2020
Mechanic
TOK TRANSIT
01.2014 - 01.2015
Mechanic
Endix Industrial Trucking Co.
01.2012 - 01.2015
Certificate Commercial Vehicle Inspection - undefined
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
Apprenticeship - Commercial Transport
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Certificate Commercial Transport - Inter-provincial
British Columbia
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