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Steven Maimela

Steven Maimela

Auto Technician
Pretoria

Summary

Skilled Auto Technician with a proven track record at JLR Menlyn, enhancing vehicle performance and longevity through expert diagnostics and preventive maintenance. Excelled in troubleshooting and electrical repairs, boosting shop productivity by over 30%. Known for outstanding problem-solving abilities and commitment to safety, consistently earning high customer satisfaction.

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Work History

Auto Technician

JLR Menlyn
  • 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.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills by quickly identifying root causes of vehicle issues to minimize repeat visits from clients.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues and management regarding potential areas for improvement or need for assistance.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate estimates for repair costs.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues to ensure a seamless repair process from start to finish while minimizing disruption to other ongoing jobs in the shop.
  • Achieved consistent positive feedback from customers for reliability, professionalism, and quality workmanship in their automotive repairs.
  • Reduced downtime for customers by completing repairs within specified time frames and consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Contributed to team success by assisting with complex repairs and sharing knowledge with junior technicians.
  • Delivered top-notch service by staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends and technological advancements, allowing for innovative solutions to complex problems.
  • Ensured safety compliance by performing routine inspections on all vehicles in the shop.
  • Tested vehicle components and systems to identify issues.
  • Improved shop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized work area and proper inventory of parts and tools.
  • Boosted overall shop productivity by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as diagnosing issues, repairing vehicles, and ordering parts.
  • Upheld high ethical standards in every aspect of work, from client interactions to the quality of repairs performed.
  • Optimized vehicle longevity by performing routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacements, fluid checks, and filter changes.
  • Established trust with clients through transparency about repair needs, costs, and potential future maintenance requirements.
  • Provided outstanding customer service through clear communication of repair recommendations, estimated costs, and anticipated timelines for completion.
  • Enhanced vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and identifying necessary repairs.
  • 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.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Optimized vehicle longevity by performing routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacements, fluid checks, and filter changes.

Education

Red Seal - Motor Mechanic

Next Level Learning Skills Academy , Midrand
12.2020

Nated - Engineering Mechanics

Capricorn College , Limpopo
11.2015

Skills

Calibrating systems

Certification

Red seal

Timeline

Skills assessment level 3

11-2024

Red seal

12-2020

National senior certificate

12-2012
Auto Technician - JLR Menlyn
Next Level Learning Skills Academy - Red Seal, Motor Mechanic
Capricorn College - Nated, Engineering Mechanics
Steven MaimelaAuto Technician