Motor Vehicle Mechanic CV example

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Garages and fleet companies want mechanics who diagnose quickly and fix right the first time. This CV names the vehicles, systems and tools you work on.

Motor Vehicle Mechanic CV sample: Peter Ouma Okello, Classic design

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Peter Ouma Okello

Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Grade I

Mombasa, Kenya · peter.okello@email.com · +254 726 333 222

Professional Summary

Grade I motor vehicle mechanic with 8 years servicing and repairing Toyota, Isuzu and Nissan fleet vehicles. Diagnoses faults quickly with OBD-II tools and cut fleet breakdowns by 30% through planned maintenance.

Work Experience

Fleet Mechanic, Pwani Distributors Ltd (Jan 2020 – Present)

  • Maintain a fleet of 45 trucks and pick-ups, servicing 8–10 vehicles a week
  • Introduced planned maintenance schedules that cut breakdowns by 30%
  • Diagnose engine and electrical faults with OBD-II scanners
  • Keep job cards, parts and service records up to date

Mechanic, Likoni Auto Garage (Mar 2016 – Dec 2019)

  • Repaired brakes, suspension, clutches and diesel engines for private and matatu clients

Education

  • Craft Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics, Mombasa Technical Training Institute (2013 – 2015)
  • Government Trade Test Grade I, NITA (2019)

Skills

Diagnostics · Servicing · Diesel engines · Brakes & suspension · Auto electrical · Welding · Fleet records

Certifications

  • Driving Licence Class BCE, NTSA, 2018

Why this motor vehicle mechanic CV works

  • Vehicle types and brands are listed.
  • Diagnostics tools are named.
  • Turnaround and comeback rates are shown.

Skills to put on a motor vehicle mechanic CV

Engine diagnostics (OBD-II)Servicing & maintenanceBrakes, suspension & steeringDiesel enginesAuto electricalFleet maintenance recordsWeldingWorkshop safety

Motor Vehicle Mechanic CV summary examples

Motor vehicle mechanic with 8 years servicing Toyota, Isuzu and Nissan fleets; cut breakdowns by 30%.
Grade III mechanic from a technical institute with garage attachment.

Tips for writing your motor vehicle mechanic CV

  1. List vehicle brands and engine types.
  2. Give trade test grade.
  3. Show fleet results (downtime, breakdowns).
  4. Add a driving licence.

Frequently asked questions

What qualifications should a mechanic list?

Trade test grade, certificate or diploma, and manufacturer training.

Do garages need referees?

Yes. Former workshop supervisors are best.

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