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GEORGE LAIRD
**************@*****.*** 707-***-**** Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Dedicated Automotive Technician with [Number]+ years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Focused on satisfying customers, supporting team, and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge, and excellent customer service skills. Seasoned Automotive Technician with [Number] years of comprehensive experience leading repair teams and overseeing complex maintenance issues to meet safety mandates. In-depth knowledge of EPA standards and safety procedures. Well-versed in components and systems for popular vehicle makes and models. Alignments experience
[Type] vehicles experience
EPA requirements
Bay maintenance
Coolant flushes
Hazardous waste management
Engine overhauls
Diagnostic Assessment
Gasket replacements
Brake systems knowledge
Diagnostic abilities
Calibration understanding
Drivability issues
Troubleshooting skills
Maintaining records
Maintenance scheduling
Hazmat knowledge
Suspension systems understanding
Refurbishing skills
Time Management
Troubleshooting and diagnostics
Engine repair
Jim Bone Nissan of Santa Rosa Santa
Rosa, CA
A Automotive Technician and
Maintenance
10/2007 - 11/2018
Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition. Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly- serviced equipment, systems and components.
Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
Led safety meetings and maintained safe practices throughout shop. Led automotive shop employees and directed daily operations to grow and sustain business.
Sourced, arranged and supervised supply inventory for most common equipment and tools.
Ford of Sebastopol Sebastopol, CA
A Automotive Technician and
Maintenance
Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition. Summary
Skills
Experience
08/2002 - 10/2007 Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly- serviced equipment, systems and components.
Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used. Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
Led automotive shop employees and directed daily operations to grow and sustain business.
City of Rohnert Park Rohnert Park, CA
Public Works Maintenance Worker
06/1998 - 10/2001
Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
Inspected and maintained facilities to maximize cleanliness and support upkeep targets.
Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
Double checked supply inventories to ensure project specific correctness and optimize work readiness.
Operated light, fan, plumbing, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic systems and managed employees.
Actualized strategic plans and managed equipment, lifecycles and processes.
Inspected equipment for quality and supervised installations to prevent errors.
Rancho Cotate High School Rohnert Park, CA
High School Diploma
05/1996
Education and Training