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
12.2020
Nated - Engineering Mechanics
11.2015
Skills
Calibrating systems
Inspecting vehicles
Replacing parts
System repairs
Rebuilding engines
Electrical repair procedures
Overseeing garage operations
Preventive Maintenance
Hand and power tools
Scheduled services
Safety awareness
Preventive maintenance services
Troubleshooting skills
Brake systems understanding
Installing equipment
Diagnostic skills
Hydraulic tool use
Sensor operation
Repair planning
Inspection skills
Workshop Organization
Automotive diagnostics
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