Nicholas Warstler
Royal,IL
Summary
Proven in enhancing workshop efficiency and safety at Frito-Lay, skilled Fleet Diesel Mechanic and Automotive Technician with expertise in diesel engine repair and auto diagnostics. The adaptability in the daily role and attention to detail have significantly improved vehicle performance and reliability, showcasing a commitment to excellence and a results-driven approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Diesel Mechanic
Frito-Lay
04.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills, teamwork abilities, and effective communication among colleagues and supervisors alike.
- Ensured safety compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal regulations related to diesel mechanics.
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
Delivery Driver
Sygma Network
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
Correctional Officer
Champaign County Sheriff's Office
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
Automotive Technician
Ford City
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- 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.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
Automotive Technician
Watson Tire and Automotive
10.2010 - 07.2012
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- 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.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Automotive Technician
Courtesy Ford Motor Company
05.2008 - 10.2010
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- 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.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Engineering
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05.2009
High School Diploma -
Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School
Georgetown IL05.2007
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Fleet Management
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Diesel Engine Expertise
- Reliability
- Performing repairs
- Troubleshooting skills
- Diesel Emissions Control
- Auto diagnostics
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
Certification
CDL A OTR Driver
Timeline
Fleet Diesel Mechanic
Frito-Lay
04.2022 - Current
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
03.2020 - 03.2022
Delivery Driver
Sygma Network
06.2019 - 09.2019
Correctional Officer
Champaign County Sheriff's Office
02.2019 - 07.2019
Automotive Technician
Ford City
02.2017 - 02.2019
Automotive Technician
Watson Tire and Automotive
10.2010 - 07.2012
Automotive Technician
Courtesy Ford Motor Company
05.2008 - 10.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Engineering
Parkland College
High School Diploma -
Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School
CDL A OTR Driver
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