Christopher Ellis
Somerset
Summary
Dedicated mechanic with over 8 years of experience in vehicle and heavy equipment diagnostics and preventive maintenance. Proficient in troubleshooting and executing repairs, ensuring high standards of service and customer satisfaction. Committed to maintaining a safe and efficient workshop environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
oiva hannula & sons
Carver
08.2017 - 12.2025
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles and machinery.
- Maintained inventory of tools, parts, and supplies for operations.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and other critical components efficiently.
- Fabricated metal components using various welding techniques and tools.
- Executed repairs on defective components to restore functionality efficiently.
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
Swimming Pool Technician
aqua med pools
Dighton
03.2006 - 08.2016
- Maintained swimming pool equipment and ensured proper functioning.
- Conducted routine water quality tests and adjusted chemical levels.
- Performed regular cleaning of pool surfaces and filters.
- Assisted customers with inquiries about pool maintenance services.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and recommended repairs.
- Educated clients on safe swimming practices and water hygiene.
- Ensured that all chemicals used were stored safely away from children or pets.
- Identified issues with customer's pool systems and provided solutions.
- Performed basic repairs and maintenance service to maintain pool functionality.
- Oversaw aquatic installations, pool chemical levels and pump operations to maintain swimming pools.
- Cleaned skimmers, filter baskets and backwashed filters as needed.
- Inspected pools for leaks and structural damage.
- Repaired or replaced faulty plumbing lines in pools.
- Replaced broken tiles in the swimming pool area.
- Prepared outdoor pools and pool buildings for seasonal operations.
- Performed regular maintenance and repair of pool pumps, filters, chlorinators, heaters, and other equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dimond Reg, Voc,tech, High School
Fall River, MA06-2000
Skills
- Brake inspection
- A/C troubleshooting
- Diagnostic testing
- Welding techniques
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Parts ordering
- Preventive maintenance
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Equipment inspection and testing
- Troubleshooting skills
- Equipment adjustment
- Battery testing
- Ignition system repair
- Diagnostics systems
- Hand and power tools
- Welding and fabrication
- Auto and engine repair
- Woodworking techniques
- Pipe installation
- Leak detection
- Drain cleaning
- Fixture repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Circuit design
- Equipment repair
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanic
oiva hannula & sons
08.2017 - 12.2025
Swimming Pool Technician
aqua med pools
03.2006 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Dimond Reg, Voc,tech, High School