Justin Heyward
Moncks Corner
Summary
Experienced and trained mechanic by Chrysler, Ford, Nissan, Chevrolet, and Detroit motors. Detail-oriented with strong technical skills and the ability to learn concepts quickly. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lube Technician
Rick Hendrick
10.2015 - 01.2016
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil.
- Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of 24-point inspection.
Used Car Technician
Rick Hendrick
01.2016 - 11.2017
- 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.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Perform any engine and transmission repairs as need.
Used Car Technician
Summerville Ford
11.2017 - 04.2019
- 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Mechanic
Hertz
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Complete minor engine tear down, usually no further then Heads and Timing covers were worked on at this location.
- Diagnosed ANY mechanical and/or electrical issues that has arose.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintain a clean and safe shop area.
- Mentored and monitored new lube techs or newer low level mechanics to assure they've completed their task correctly and safely.
Mechanic
Hudson Nissan North Charleston
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology.
- Mentored a up and coming lube tech; that was transitioning from a lube tech to a mechanic role.
- Replaced both transmissions and engines as needed
- Attended team meetings.
Mechanic
Summerville Ford
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Performed body electrical diags. and repairs.
- Perform major engine tear downs and rebuilds.
- Perform major transmission teardowns and rebuilds.
- Completed all level 2 ford Training.
- Diagnose and repair all a/c components.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
Mechanic
KBR
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology.
- Perform military TI (Technical Inspection) on equipment.
- Perform repair on HMMVs including engine repairs, body mount replacements, complete preventive maintenance, replacing batteries, repairing fire sensors, repair or replacing towing hitch, replace body armour, replacing or repair kevlar pieces, inspect and update fire extinguisher tags, replace wheels and tires, repair heater control valves, and replace delammed windshields.
- Perform repairs on LTASS and 1088s including engine repairs, complete preventive maintenance, replacing batteries, repairing fire sensors, repair or replacing towing hitch, replace body armour, replacing or repair kevlar pieces, inspect and update fire extinguisher tags, replace wheels and tires, replace delammed windshields, repair and inspected hydraulics and pneumatic systems for leaks and damage, test and repair crows nest, inspected and repaired torn or damaged rear cover.
- Perform repairs on MRAPs including engine repairs, complete preventive maintenance, replacing batteries, repairing fire sensors, repair or replacing tie downs, replacing or repair kevlar pieces, inspect and update fire extinguisher tags, replace wheels and tires, replace delammed windshields, and repair and inspected hydraulics and pneumatic systems for leaks and damage, repaired/replaced BO lights, repair rear access door, replace battery to top mount turrets and test functionality, test and repair top mounted spot light, test and repaired air assisted doors.
- Perform Technical inspections and light repairs on HEMMTs when heavy wheel needed assistance.
- Participated in morning and evening tier meetings everyday.
Education
Berkeley High SchoolMoncks
Corner, SC2015
Skills
- Completed Chrysler’s level 2 training
- Cooperative team member
- Collaborative team member
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer proficient
- Energetic and organized
- Completed Work Keys
Timeline
Mechanic
KBR
01.2023 - 07.2023
Mechanic
Summerville Ford
08.2022 - 01.2023
Mechanic
Hudson Nissan North Charleston
01.2021 - 08.2022
Mechanic
Hertz
04.2019 - 01.2021
Used Car Technician
Summerville Ford
11.2017 - 04.2019
Used Car Technician
Rick Hendrick
01.2016 - 11.2017
Lube Technician
Rick Hendrick
10.2015 - 01.2016
Berkeley High SchoolMoncks
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