Mitch A. Gillins
134 Syringa St. * Rexburg, ID 83440 * 208.206.0754
magillins@gmail.com * www.mitchgillins@blogspot.com
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Management Estimated Graduation April 2013
Brigham Young University – Idaho Rexburg, ID
- Associates in Automotive Technology
- Emphasis in Business Management
- Passed the ASE test for Manual Transmissions and Electronics/Electrical
- Received credits for Automotive Electronics, Chassis and Suspension, Manual Transmissions, Engine Performance, Alternate Fuels, and Heating and Air Conditioning.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Auto Technician February 2011-Present
0500 Mechanics Rexburg, ID
- Gained hands-on experience with major auto repairs. I have accomplished an engine swap and a several transmission jobs.
- Increased efficiency in working within a flat rate time frame.
- Efficient in maintenance service and anything the main technician doesn’t have time to do.
Ranch Hand July 2010-July 2011
Smith Ranch Rexburg, ID
- Demonstrated reliability and hard work ethic working unsupervised and accomplishing all tasks in a timely manner.
- Adapted quickly to the responsibilities as the only ranch hand employed, by working overtime when needed.
- Gained the ability to evaluate the most efficient way to accomplish each task.
Custodian January 2010-April 2010
BUY-I Rexburg, ID
- Demonstrated an exceptional attention to detail while managing my responsibilities as an early morning custodial.
- Demonstrated self-motivation and a strong desire to complete each task quickly and effectively throughout the early morning hours of the job.
Full-Time Volunteer Representative July 2007-July 2009
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Salt Lake City, UT
- Analyzed the needs of the four groups I was assigned over and directed their efforts to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Gained valuable communication and teaching skills by planning, conducting and teaching at meetings.
Auto Technician April 2006-June 2007
Blaine’s Farm and Fleet Janesville, WI
- Increased efficient knowledge that increased the productivity of the tire shop.
- Adapted to the consistent and heavy work load.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A very quick learner
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Have worked with cars and small engines all my life
- Very mechanically inclined
