Engine Repair Heavy Equipment Operation Welding Driving and plumbing

MOSHOOD K. O. BALOGUN

Lagos State Nigeria +(***) 803-***-****. ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Automotive Technician and Heavy Equipment Operator with 13+ years of experience in engine repair, maintenance, and machinery operation. Skilled in diagnosing mechanical faults, training apprentices, and ensuring operational safety. Holds a Bachelor’s in Physics Education with applied knowledge in electronics and circuit troubleshooting, Water Plumbing and Iron Welding. Adept at cross-functional teamwork and adapting to dynamic environments.

CORE SKILLS

- Engine Repair & Overhaul (Petrol/Diesel)

- Heavy Equipment Operation (Forklifts, Graders, Tractors)

- Automotive Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

- Apprentice Training & Team Supervision

- Preventive Maintenance & Safety Compliance

- Electronics Basics (Circuit Repair, Inverters)

- Water Plumbing and Iron Welding knowhow

- Bilingual: English (Fluent), Yoruba (Native)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

- Supervisor / Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Danihit Focus Venture Lagos, Nigeria 2015 – Present

- Manage a team of 5+ technicians in servicing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and machinery, reducing downtime by 25%.

- Oversaw maintenance schedules for 15+ vehicles, extending average engine lifespan by 30%.

- Trained 10+ apprentices in engine diagnostics, safety protocols, and equipment operation.

Automobile Mechanic / Trainer

*Tripple Imagination Et’al Limited* Lagos, Nigeria 2012 – 2014

- Diagnosed and repaired 50+ vehicle faults (e.g., knocking sounds, overheating) with a 95% success rate.

- Led sales and assembly of automotive parts, increasing inventory turnover by 20%.

- Conducted workshops for youth on tractor operation, basic mechanical skills Water Plumbing and Iron Welding.

Teaching Practice (Physics Educator)

Ijaye Ojokoro Housing Secondary School Lagos, Nigeria Jan – Mar 2018

- Taught 60+ senior secondary students, improving class average scores by 15% through tailored lesson plans.

Mechanic Journeyman

Tobalo and Sons Nigeria Enterprise Lagos, Nigeria 2003 – 2007

- Performed engine overhauls and servicing for 100+ vehicles, including farm tractors and trucks.

- Operated heavy machinery (graders, forklifts) with zero safety incidents.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Education (Physics)

University of Lagos, Nigeria 2019

Ordinary Diploma (Accounting)

Lagos State Polytechnic Nigeria 2015

Automobile Mechanic Apprenticeship

Tobalo and Sons Nigeria Enterprise 2003 – 2007

CERTIFICATIONS

- Primary School Testimonial (1991)

- Senior School Certificate Burkinsheen International School (2001)

- University of Agriculture Student of Center for Human Resource and Development certificate of honour (2003)

- The West African Examination Council West African Senior School Certificate (2009)

- Lagos State Polytechnic (2015)

- Federal Republic of Nigeria General Certificate of Driver Educator (2017)

- Automotive Repair Certification Africa Consults (2009)

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

-Technical Skills: Circuit troubleshooting, welding machines, inverter assembly.

- Software: Basic computer proficiency (MS Office, diagnostic tools).

- Volunteer Work: Community mechanic training.

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