Obed Owusu Tabi
Accra
Summary
Adept Automotive Technician with a history of excellence at Tractafric Motors Ghana, showcasing advanced diagnostic abilities and exceptional customer service skills. Proven track record in optimizing engine performance and enhancing customer relations, achieving near 100% accuracy in repair estimates. ASE-certified, I excel in preventive maintenance and parts replacement, ensuring quality and efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Tractafric Motors Ghana
Ghana
12.2019 - 03.2024
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
Automotive Technician
Mechanical Lloyd Company Limited
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
Apprentice Mechanic
Motown Garage
08.2013 - 09.2016
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- Cleared work areas of debris and organized supplies to maintain safety and appearance.
- Test drove vehicles before and after repairs to determine functionality, necessary actions or completion statuses.
- Gave customers quotes on potential repairs with nearly 100% accuracy.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles, asking questions, and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
- Conducted routine oil changes, tire rotations, fluid replacements, and bulb changes.
- Followed detailed instructions of lead mechanic to achieve quality standards.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials to minimize risks.
- Coordinated ready access to tools and parts needed for repair and maintenance activities.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Accra Technical University
Accra 04.2022
NABPTEX ( Cert II ) - Automotive Mechanics
Accra Technical Training Centre
Kokomlemle- Accra07.2016
Skills
- System repairs
- Customer Service
- Electrical failure repairs
- Changing Oil
- Estimating Work
- Preventive Maintenance
- Parts Replacement
- Vehicle Inspection
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Safety awareness
- Quality assurance inspections
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Suspension Systems
- Operating air compressors
- Steering systems
- Repair quotes
- Hand and power tools
- Optimizing engine performance
- Quality Assurance
- Valid Driver's License
- Brake Systems
- Microcat expert
- ASE Certification
- Roadside Repair
- Engine repair
- Transmissions
Certification
Ford Induction certified
Electrical Systems Specialist
Brakes Specialist certified
Steering and Suspension Specialist
Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Tractafric Motors Ghana
12.2019 - 03.2024
Automotive Technician
Mechanical Lloyd Company Limited
09.2017 - 09.2019
Apprentice Mechanic
Motown Garage
08.2013 - 09.2016
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Accra Technical University
NABPTEX ( Cert II ) - Automotive Mechanics
Accra Technical Training Centre