Elvis Kansabwa
Lusaka
Summary
Adept Automotive Mechanic with a proven track record at Cummins/Iveco, enhancing workshop efficiency and customer satisfaction through expert engine rebuilds and diagnostics. Skilled in brake systems and team collaboration, I excel in identifying and solving mechanical issues, significantly improving vehicle reliability and performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Mechanic
Cummins/Iveco Ambient Automotive Services and Parts
04.2019 - 08.2024
- Expert in engine and transmission rebuild, replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components,
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate diagnostics of vehicle issues.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Prevented potential breakdowns, conducting comprehensive preventative maintenance checks on client vehicles.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Facilitated smooth communication between service advisors, clients, and the mechanic team to ensure complete understanding of vehicle needs and expectations during the repair process.
- Enhanced team productivity by collaborating with colleagues on complex repair jobs.
Education
Automotive Mechanics
Chawama Skills Training Centre
Lusaka, Zambia 04.2018
Skills
- Brake Systems
- Vehicle inspections
- Fuel systems
- Engine repair
- Transmissions
- Vehicle Inspection
- Problem-Solving
- Rebuilding engines
- Installing equipment
- Team Collaboration
- Heavy Lifting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Suspension Systems
- Safety understanding
- Communication skills
- Steering systems
- Vehicle alignment
- Brake systems understanding
- Alignment Techniques
- Strong Work Ethic
- Valid Driver's License
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Changing tires
- Replacing Filters
- Coolant System Control
Timeline
Automotive Mechanic
Cummins/Iveco Ambient Automotive Services and Parts
04.2019 - 08.2024
Automotive Mechanics
Chawama Skills Training Centre
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