James L Smith
Franklinton, LA 70438 US
Phone: 504-***-****
Alt Phone: 985-***-****
usxwqn@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
Seeking long term employment at a stable company.
Ability Summary
Excellent Math skills, Can draw very efficiently using AutoCad, Excellent diagnostic and assembly skills. Very well organizied and can handle multi-tasking very well.
Employment History
Patrolman
09/2005 - Current Franklinton Police Department Franklinton, LA
Perform duties as patrol officer. Assist Parish Drug Task Force in serving warrants and performing drug searches and seizures.
CNC Waterjet Programmer/Operator/Assembly Mechanic
06/2008 - 11/2010 Thor Fabrication LLC Franklinton, LA
Programmed and Operated Flow 6012 CNC Waterjet, Read Blueprints, Assembled winches, tuggers, windlasses, swingers, chainhandlers and chainstoppers. Used AutoCad on daily basis to draw and cut parts on Flow Waterjet. Also used AutoCad to draw and cut parts on Esab CNC Plasma cutter and torch table. Used Parker crimp machine to make up and plumb hydraulic hoses and hydro-tested pressure vessels.
Also performed duties as an Assembly mechanic in a manufacturing environment. Which included operating and performing daily duties with fork lifts, 10 ton overhead cranes, 100 ton press, drill press, grinders and front end loader. Also performed duties as structural fitter which included using mig welder for tack welding, squares, levels, tape measures and calipers for precise measurements.
Mechanic
01/2008 - 06/2008 A. M. Racing Franklinton, LA
Fixed and repaired vehicles. Fitted and mig welded roll cages, sub frame connectors and torque boxes. Operated CNC plasma cutter and Mustang Chassis Dyno on a daily basis. Removed and rebuilt engines, transmissions and rear axles also.
Mechanic
05/2006 - 01/2008 Danny's Automotive Mandeville, LA
Performed automotive diagnostic work, automotive electrical work, repaired a/c systems, removed and replaced engines, transmissions and overhauled rear axles. Performed front end alignments on Hunter alignment machine, used Snap-on modis and OTC monitor on daily basis.
Shop Foreman
08/2005 - 05/2006 Amite City Ford Amite, LA
Responsible for overseeing technicians and day to day operations of running an automotive repair shop. Performed basic managerial skills such as scheduling work schedules for employees, completing pay-roll and quality control of employees work. Was responsible for 8-12 employees.
Mechanic
05/2005 - 08/2005 Danny's Automotive Mandeville, LA
Diagnosed automotive problems and light electrical problems.
Mechanic
08/2003 - 05/2005 Ford, Lincoln, Mercury of Slidell Franklinton, LA
Diagnosed and repaired auotmobliles. Performed daily duties as a line mechanic which included oil changes, brake jobs, tune-ups, transmission services, air conditioning systems diagnosis and repair, mount and balance tires, front-end diagnosis, repair and alignment, rear axle diagnosis and repair.
Shop Foreman
06/2001 - 08/2003 Amite City Ford Amite, LA
Performed duties related to day to day operations of running a functional repair shop, which included scheduling for employees, completing pay-roll, supervising employees of day to day operations, and qaulity control of employees work. Oversaw 8-12 employees and worked closely with dealerships General Manager on day to day operations of the dealership.
Team Leader
05/1998 - 06/2001 Regency Ford Metairie, LA
Diagnosed and repaired automobiles, was also responsible for overseeing production of 12 employees and for quality control of their work.
Education and Trainings
Completion Date Issuing Institution Qualification Course of Study
06/1990 Pearl River Community College 3 Years of College or a Technical or Vocational School Communications
05/1986 Pearl River Central High School High School Diploma General High School Curriculum
Graduated High School and Received Diploma in May of 1986.
Occupational Licenses & Certificates
Certification Title Issuing Organization Completion Date Expiration Date
ASE Master Certified Automotive Society of Excellence 06/2010 06/2015
MACS license Mobile Air Conditioning Society 02/1992
Honors & Activities
Additional Information
Detailed References
Additional Employer Searchable Items
Desired Occupation : Automotive Master Mechanics
Desired Salary : $26.50 hourly ($55,000 annually) or more
Desired Job Location : Louisiana
Desired Job Type Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri
Shifts: Day
Employment Type: N/A
Full or Part Time: Full Time (30 Hours or More)
Willing to Travel: No
Drivers License : Regular Drivers License