Diesel Mechanic at Chromburg Enterprises (2022-02 – Present)
- Performing scheduled maintenance and servicing on heavy-duty diesel trucks, trailers, utes, and buses to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducting detailed inspections of mechanical and pneumatic systems including air brakes, gearboxes, clutch systems, and spring transmissions to diagnose faults and prevent breakdowns.
- Utilizing computer diagnostic tools for fault detection, system calibration, and fault code clearance in 12 and 24-volt electrical systems to maintain electronic systems efficiency.
- Executing breakdown recoveries and providing roadside assistance to minimize vehicle downtime and support fleet operations.
- Training and supervising apprentices and assistant mechanics, providing guidance on repair techniques and parts replacement to enhance team skills and productivity.
- Preparing and verifying vehicles for Certificate of Fitness (COF) tests, ensuring they meet all regulatory requirements for roadworthiness.
- Inspection and repair of air brakes, gearbox and clutch system, air and spring transmission, hydraulic and pneumatic components.
- Inspection of vehicles and report defects to the workshop manager.
- Closing of Job Cards after every assigned task.
- Trucks, trailers, buses and utes worked on include: Volvo, Renault, Man, Scania, Daff, International, Freightliner, bpw, henred, saf, load, ror.
Diesel Mechanic at Dynamic Logistics Zimbabwe (2019-07 – 2022-01)
- Worked as artisan preparing trucks for certificate of fitness
- Preventive maintenance and scheduled maintenance on both heavy vehicles and utes.
- Breakdowns on trucks, generators and utes.
- Removing and replacing of all worn out bushes, rotters, brake shoes or pads, calipers, shock absorbers, springs, airbags and general tightening up of all bolts.
- Focusing lights and making sure all wipers are in good condition.
- Inspecting trucks inside cab and outside condition.
- Inspecting the drive train, securing air leaks from air lines, valves and brake boosters
- Closing job cards after every assigned task
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness.
- Trucks and trailers I worked on: Volvo, DAF, Shacman, Scania, MAN, Benz, BPW, Henred
- Utes: Isuzu, Toyota, D4D, GD6, Chevrol
Diesel Mechanic (Artisan) at Colbro Transport (2016-02 – 2020-07)
- Preventive maintenance and scheduled maintenance (to include cylinder head removal, installation and top end adjustment)
- Team leader of oil sampling team (8 people) responsible for clean oil sample extraction, interpretation and implementation of corrective action.
- Carrying out inspections, preparation and repairs.
- Training apprentices and workshop staff on fire prevention and control procedures (fire drills)
- Roadside assistance, pneumatic and hydraulic problems.
- House keeping
- Closing of job cards after every assigned task.
- Trucks and buses worked on: Renault, Volvo, International, Yutong, Sino.
Apprentice at Colbro Transport (2012-02 – 2016-02)
One year at Polytechnic then three years on the job training.
- Carrying out services of trucks, busses, trailers and utes.
- Maintaining engines, gearboxes and clutch assembly, drive train, drum and disk brake, air and spring suspension, securing oil and air leaks, brake adjustment, bearing and kingpin play, greasing all grease nipples, checking all bushes, focusing lights.
- Preparation for WOF and COF.
- Doing paper work for services and closing of job cards then handover to supervisor for record keeping.
- Conducted detailed inspections of vehicle systems such as air brakes, hydraulic components, and electrical wiring under supervision.
- Assisted senior diesel mechanics in performing routine maintenance and repairs on various heavy vehicles including trucks and buses.
- Learned to use computer diagnostic tools to identify and troubleshoot engine and electrical faults.
- Participated in breakdown recovery operations and provided roadside assistance.
- Maintained workshop cleanliness and organization while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on diesel engines, including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication under the guidance of experienced mechanics.
