Paul Thims
Aberdeen
Summary
Accomplished Lead Technician with a proven track record at Arm Motors, enhancing productivity by 30% through expert troubleshooting and diagnostic testing. Skilled in diesel engine knowledge and team leadership, consistently delivering high-quality vehicle maintenance and repairs. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to excellence in every task.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Technician
Arm Motors
2023.07 - Current
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Optimized workflow for enhanced productivity by streamlining processes and providing technical guidance to team members.
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Automotive Technician
Muffler Man
2021.06 - 2023.07
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
Diesel Mechanic
Holley's Automotive & Diesel Repair
2020.05 - 2021.06
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
Diesel Mechanic and Preventative Maintenance
Penske
2020.01 - 2021.06
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hammond High School
Columbia, MD06.2007
Skills
- Testing and repair
- Diagnostic Testing
- Diesel Engine Knowledge
- Expert Troubleshooting
- Suspension System Knowledge
- System Maintenance
- Electrical Systems
- Product Testing
Timeline
Lead Technician
Arm Motors
2023.07 - Current
Automotive Technician
Muffler Man
2021.06 - 2023.07
Diesel Mechanic
Holley's Automotive & Diesel Repair
2020.05 - 2021.06
Diesel Mechanic and Preventative Maintenance
Penske
2020.01 - 2021.06
High School Diploma -
Hammond High School
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