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Diesel Mechanic Service

Location:
Johannesburg, GP, South Africa
Salary:
R13000
Posted:
June 06, 2017

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Resume:

Dear Sir /Madam

I’m writing in response to your recently advertised position for a Diesel mechanic. I am very interested in this opportunity with your company and believe that my qualifications, education and professional experience would make me a strong candidate for the position.

Please consider the following highlights from my resume:

03 years of experience as unqualified & 01 year qualified as Artisan, Diesel Mechanic in diagnostic, overhaul, and maintenance of medium to heavy vehicles.

Experience with safely and effectively leading large crews in automotive service centres

As a qualified Diesel Mechanic I am seeking a challenging and rewarding career where I can contribute my knowledge and skills in the organization. To be able to meet the stakeholders requirements and needs and also seeking a role that will enable me express my talent and passion for Diesel mechanical work.

To further acquaint you with the specifics of my background as a Diesel Mechanic, I am enclosing my resume. I would be pleased to speak with a member from your team to further explore how my background will make be a valuable addition to your Company. Thank you for reviewing this letter and the attached document.

Contact Number: 071-***-****

Email: ***********@*****.***

Sincerely,

Nyiko Makhupha

CURRICULUM VITAE

OF

NYIKO MAKHUPHA

PERSONAL DETAILS

NAME : Nyiko

SURNAME : Makhupha

DATE OF BIRTH : 28 October 1987

ITENTITY NO : 871***-****-***

GENDER : Male

NATIONALITY : South African

MARITAL STATUS : Single

RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS : 81 Ngema Street

Phola

Orgies

2230

DRIVERS : Code 10

CONTACT DETAILS : 071-***-****/072-***-****

AVAILABILITY : Immediately

EMAIL ADDRESS : ***********@*****.***

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

OBJECTIVE

As a qualified Diesel Mechanic I am seeking a challenging and rewarding career where I can contribute my knowledge and skills in the organization. To be able to meet the stakeholders requirements and needs and also seeking a role that will enable me express my talent and passion for Diesel mechanical work. My strongest attributes is my outstanding knowledge and understanding of the vehicles electrical system, engine, and all of its working parts.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Qualified Diesel Mechanic

Computer literate

Interpersonal and time management skills

Problem solving abilities and communication skills

Team oriented

Outstanding knowledge of diesel mechanical knowledge and experience

EXPERIENCE

DIESEL MECHANIC – TSHWANE BUS & TRUCK SERVICES - JANUARY 2016 TO DECEMBER 2016

Working with trucks and engineers

Follow a checklist of inspection procedures

Test drive vehicles to diagnose malfunctions

Read and interpret diagnostic test results, often by using dials, gauges, and other computer equipment

Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment by using hydraulic jacks or hoists

Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, transmissions, engines, and other parts of vehicles

Do routine maintenance, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and parts

DIESEL MECHANIC ARTISAN – MAGNIS TRUCKS –

Follow a checklist of inspection procedures {UD Trucks, Volvo Trucks, Renault Trucks And International Trucks }

Repair or replace malfunctioning components, parts, and other mechanical or electrical equipment

Test drive vehicles to ensure that they run smoothly

Do routine maintenance, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and parts

Disassemble and reassemble equipment and parts

Adjust and align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and attach system components

Test drive vehicles to diagnose malfunctions

Disassemble and reassemble equipment and parts

Follow a checklist of inspection procedures

DURATION

FEBRUARY 2013 – FEBRUARY 2014

REASON FOR LEAVING

It was In-Service Training for a year

ARTISAN APPRENTICESHIP–CITY OF TSHWANE C DE WET DEPOT

Fixing up municipal vehicles – trucks, buses and cars

Keeping equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.

Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.

Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.

Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.

Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.

Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.

Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.

DURATION

2013 –2016

REASON FOR LEAVING

Contract Ended

EDUCATION

CITY OF TSHWANE TLM – DIESEL AND PETROL APPRENTICESHIP PHASE 3

Measuring instruments Overhaul Engine Sub-system Wheel Alignment

Overhaul Pneumatic Break Comp Gear Box Differential Battery maintenance Diesel engine Tune-up

Overhaul Cylinder Head Overhaul Injector Diesel Engine Fault finding

Repair and Service Reduction Hub

CITY OF TSHWANE TLM – DIESEL AND PETROL APPRENTICESHIP PHASE 2

Measuring Instruments Battery maintenance Petrol engine tune up

Diesel Engine tune up Overhaul Fuel system Overhaul Brake Comp

Overhaul Transmission System Overhaul Steering comp

Overhaul Drive Train Comp Overhaul Engine Sub-system Overhaul Cylinder Head

CITY OF TSHWANE TLM – DIESEL AND PETROL APPRENTICESHIP PHASE 1

Orientation to local authorities First Aid Occupational Safety

Fire Fighting Care/Use of Basic Special Tools

Lubrication Service Service and Repair Cooling System

Service and Repair Fuel System and Suspension Comp

Principals of Diesel and Petrol Basic Welding

Identification of Metals Install and Maintain Battery

Mathematics Engineering Practice & Maintenance Engineering Processes

TSHWANE SOUTH COLLEGE – MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (N2 & N3)

Engineering Drawing Diesel Trade Theory Engineering Science Mathematic

MHLANGANA HIGH SCHOOL – GRADE 12(MATRIC) – 2006

Xitsonga English Geography Afrikaans agricultural science

REFERENCES

MR TERENCE MAFEDZI

Foreman – Magnis Trucks Samrand

076-***-**** / 012-***-****

MR TEKA

Training Instructor – City of Tshwane (TLMA)

Tshwane Bus & Truck Services

082-***-****/012-***-****



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