- Auto Repair/Restoration I have an old car I've been restoring and recently got it back on the road after completing it Going to car shows and cruises
Ed Rhodes
Taylorville
Summary
Adept Mechanic with a proven track record at Cavalier Cartage Co, showcasing exceptional troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities. Elevated vehicle performance and reliability through meticulous maintenance and repairs. Demonstrated strong sense of personal responsibility and flexibility, mastering both hard skills like welding and fabrication, and soft skills such as attention to detail.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic
Cavalier Cartage Co
07.2015 - Current
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
Mechanic
Williams Nationalease
04.2009 - 06.2017
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Mechanic1, Mechanic2, Driver
Archer Daniels Midland Company
10.1994 - 06.2006
- Started as Mechanic and worked up to top Mechanic 1 position then transferred to a driver position within the city operations of the plants.
- Built hydraulic systems and pump systems. Performed fabrication and install work to new pieces of equipment put in service.
- Used company tailored software to input VMRS codes for labor parts and repairs.
- Operated forklifts and various power and hand tools.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Tig Mig and stick weld food grade sanitary piping for food grade equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taylorville High School
Taylorville, IL2 Year Vocational Course Automotive Technology - Automotive Maintenance
Taylorville Senior High
Taylorville, IL07-1988
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Welding and fabrication
- Pneumatic systems
- Hydraulic pumps
- Air conditioning systems
- Transmission rebuilding
- Diagnostic tools
- Engine rebuilding
Certification
- EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Professional Truck Driving License CDL-A – Department of Motor Vehicles Illinois
Interests
Timeline
Mechanic
Cavalier Cartage Co
07.2015 - Current
Mechanic
Williams Nationalease
04.2009 - 06.2017
Mechanic1, Mechanic2, Driver
Archer Daniels Midland Company
10.1994 - 06.2006
- EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Professional Truck Driving License CDL-A – Department of Motor Vehicles Illinois
High School Diploma -
Taylorville High School
2 Year Vocational Course Automotive Technology - Automotive Maintenance
Taylorville Senior High
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