Resume

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