Shawn Turvey
Cambridge,Ontario
Summary
I have been repairing appliances for 35+ years and want to retire this business and enter the workforce into a position that does not involve appliance repair. I'm looking for a complete change in my life and I'm excited to work for a company instead of owning my company.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Appliance Repair Technician/Company Owner
Appliance Wizard (a GE authorized service company)
Cambridge, Ontario
02.2011 - Current
- Diagnosed appliance malfunctions and determined necessary repairs.
- Inspected, tested, and repaired electrical components of appliances.
- Replaced defective wiring and other parts.
- Adjusted valves, belts, switches, and controls to ensure optimal performance.
- Cleaned and lubricated motors, bearings, shafts, fans, filters, hoses, and other parts.
- Provided customers with estimates of repair costs.
- Ordered replacement parts as needed for repairs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all types of appliances.
- Troubleshot problems using diagnostic tools such as voltmeters and ammeters.
- Explained the nature of the problem and how it was resolved to customers.
- Maintained records of service calls made including customer contact information.
- Provided technical support over the phone for customers who need assistance with their appliances.
- Educated customers about proper care of their appliances.
- Analyzed schematic drawings, product manuals, and troubleshooting guides to diagnose and repair problems.
Appliance Repair Technician
Camco,Mabe and Direct Energy (all were GE appliances manufacturers service companies
Kitchener Area, Windsor Area , Ontario
10.1989 - 02.2011
- Diagnosed appliance malfunctions and determined necessary repairs.
- Inspected, tested, and repaired electrical components of appliances.
- Replaced defective wiring and other parts.
- Adjusted valves, belts, switches, and controls to ensure optimal performance.
- Cleaned and lubricated motors, bearings, shafts, fans, filters, hoses, and other parts.
- Provided customers with estimates of repair costs.
- Ordered replacement parts as needed for repairs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all types of appliances.
- Troubleshot problems using diagnostic tools such as voltmeters and ammeters.
- Maintained records of service calls made including customer contact information.
- Educated customers about proper care of their appliances.
- Assisted in training new technicians on repair techniques.
Education
Gas Fitter G2 License - Natural Gas And Propane
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Windsor, ON05-1999
Appliance And Heat Pump Repair Certification - Applaince & Heat Pump Repair/electrical,mechanical
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON08-1989
High School Diploma -
Kitchener Collegiate Institute
Kitchener, ONSkills
- Managing schedules
- Maintaining inventory
- Specializing in GE Appliances
- Diagnosing problems
- Performing maintenance
- Electrical understanding
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Repair Cost Estimation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Soldering skills
- Schematic reading
- Electronics knowledge
- Equipment Calibration
- Documentation Management
- Computer Skills
- Appliance maintenance
Certification
G2 gas fitters license through TSSA
ODP certified through government of ontario (refrigerant recovery)
Appliance Repair Technician certification through government of Ontario
Timeline
Appliance Repair Technician/Company Owner
Appliance Wizard (a GE authorized service company)
02.2011 - Current
Appliance Repair Technician
Camco,Mabe and Direct Energy (all were GE appliances manufacturers service companies
10.1989 - 02.2011
Gas Fitter G2 License - Natural Gas And Propane
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Appliance And Heat Pump Repair Certification - Applaince & Heat Pump Repair/electrical,mechanical
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
High School Diploma -
Kitchener Collegiate Institute