Diesel Mechanic CV Example

A sample structure for diesel mechanics: trade test, the vehicles and machines you work on, services and breakdown repairs.

Profile

Qualified diesel mechanic (Red Seal trade test) with eight years servicing and repairing trucks, buses and earthmoving equipment. Diagnoses engine, gearbox, brake and hydraulic faults and keeps a fleet on the road with planned maintenance.

Experience bullets

  • Serviced and repaired a fleet of 60 trucks, raising fleet availability from 85% to 94%.
  • Diagnosed electronic engine faults with Mercedes-Benz and Volvo diagnostic software.
  • Completed engine and gearbox overhauls on Caterpillar and Komatsu earthmoving machines on site.
  • Kept job cards and service records up to date for roadworthy and COF inspections.

Skills

Red Seal trade testDiesel enginesDiagnosticsHydraulicsBrakes and air systemsPlanned maintenanceCode 14 licenceHealth and safety

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