Simon Pickup
Banff,AB
Summary
A multi-skilled mechanic with good all round technical and mechanical expertise.
Long term resident of the bow valley with secure housing. Available immediately.
Very capable with an ability to diagnose both modern and classic machinery using specialist diagnostic equipment and to successfully repair or replace defective parts.
A productive team player, confident leader, able to work with deadlines and targets, self motivated, organized and ability to multitask. Experience developing apprentices and disseminating knowledge and experience to others. With fantastic customer relations and service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
Mount Norquay
08.2017 - 01.2024
- Oversee and carry out in depth vigorous preventative maintenance schedules in regards to elevating devices and amusement rides. Ensure public safety and adherence of strict codes of conduct and regulations as per the regulatory provincial governing body AEDARSA. Make split second decisions with immediate consequences of machinery repair. Oversee and instruct a team of heavy duty, light duty and small engine mechanics, electricians and building maintenance. Liaise with management in regards to machine down time and potential loss of business earnings, direct impact of customer satisfaction in regards to downhill skiing, snowboarding and tubing.
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Three Arches Garage Independent Vauxhall Specialists
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Carry out all aspects of vehicle repairs, focusing specifically on major engine overhauls and detailed repairs. Using specialist vehicle manufacturer tools, vehicle specific electronic diagnostic walk through guides, maintenance in accordance to manufactures service intervals.
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Automotive Solutions
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Repairs on all aspects of vehicles old and new. Carrying out all assigned work in accordance with dealer and factory standards. Identifying mechanical problems and estimating the cost of repairs. Overseeing the work of apprentice and trainee mechanics. Always ensuring the customer’s car is returned to them clean while keeping the garage and equipment in good working condition. Providing customers with accurate labour and time estimates,
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Special Transmission Services
07.2005 - 09.2013
- M.O.T Tester 2009 to current
- Vehicle servicing, general repairs to all aspects of light motor vehicles. Answering phones, booking in clients, providing price quotations and completing the billing.
Education
Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance And Repair -
Accrington And Rosendale College
Accrington, Lancashire UK07.2008
Skills
- System diagnostics
- Auto electrical
- Vehicle maintenance & repairs
- Snow cats
- Heavy duty machinery
- Routine inspections
- Part sourcing and fitting
- Customer service
- Billing and invoicing
Professional
- Full Canadian class 5 drivers license
- Full certification (Great British) in vehicle maintenance and repair (15 years experience)
- Sky industry lead mechanic (6.5 years experience)
Timeline
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
Mount Norquay
08.2017 - 01.2024
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Three Arches Garage Independent Vauxhall Specialists
02.2016 - 06.2017
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Automotive Solutions
03.2014 - 12.2015
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Special Transmission Services
07.2005 - 09.2013
Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance And Repair -
Accrington And Rosendale College
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