Daniel Vilares
Greentown
Summary
Seasoned Boat Mechanic with comprehensive experience in maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing boat engines. Strong understanding of marine systems, coupled with skills in diagnosing mechanical issues accurately. Have consistently enhanced operational efficiency and reduced downtime in previous roles. Show a commitment to safety procedures and quality workmanship.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Boat Mechanic
The Boat Shop
Tafton
10.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues on various boat models for effective repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance on engines, electrical systems, and hulls.
- Assisted customers with boat operation instructions and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair workflows and processes.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems in propulsion systems.
- Maintained inventory of parts and supplies for timely repairs and servicing.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices and repair techniques regularly.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts such as spark plugs, fuel filters, gaskets, pistons, rings, hoses and belts.
- Diagnosed, repaired, and serviced boats' engines, pumps, electrical systems, and other components.
- Inspected boats for damage and wear and tear.
- Performed routine maintenance to ensure proper functioning of boat's mechanical systems.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs performed on each vessel in order to track costs and warranty information.
- Installed replacement parts including propellers, shafts, bearings and seals.
- Repaired or replaced hydraulic steering systems on boats.
- Operated machinery used in boat maintenance such as pressure washers.
- Assisted in launching vessels into water after repairs were completed.
- Adjusted carburetors and ignition timing for optimal performance.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding service needs and progress updates.
- Conducted safety inspections of vessels before they went out on the water.
- Followed established safety protocols while working on boats.
- Rebuilt outboard motors by disassembling them down to the crankshaft and then reassembling with new parts.
- Fabricated custom components as needed using welding equipment or hand tools.
- Provided customers with estimates of repair costs prior to performing services.
- Monitored fuel levels during testing runs to ensure efficient operation.
- Ensured that all work was done according to manufacturer specifications.
- Cleaned bilges and hulls of vessels when necessary.
- Completed regular maintenance and service through oil changes, gear lubrication and winterizing.
- Tested engines, transmissions, rigging, propellers, navigational and related systems to diagnose malfunctions.
- Tested marine engines and equipment to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
- Overhauled and repaired gasoline marine engines, outboard motors and related marine equipment and systems using technical manuals and schematic charts.
- Adjusted generators and replaced faulty wiring using hand tools and soldering irons.
- Removed vessels from water with movable lift cranes and marine railways to carry out thorough inspections and repair work.
- Fabricated and installed wooden replacement parts using drawings, measuring instruments and woodworking machines.
- Mounted motors to boats and operated boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
- Removed and either repaired or replaced parts gears, magneto points, piston rings and spark plugs to correct malfunctions.
Boat Mechanic
Rubber Duckie Boat Rentals
Tafton
04.2018 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues on various boat models for effective repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance on engines, electrical systems, and hulls.
- Assisted customers with boat operation instructions and safety procedures.
- Maintained inventory of parts and supplies for timely repairs and servicing.
- Conducted inspections to ensure boats met safety standards before rentals.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts such as spark plugs, fuel filters, gaskets, pistons, rings, hoses and belts.
- Diagnosed, repaired, and serviced boats' engines, pumps, electrical systems, and other components.
- Inspected boats for damage and wear and tear.
- Performed routine maintenance to ensure proper functioning of boat's mechanical systems.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs performed on each vessel in order to track costs and warranty information.
- Repaired or replaced hydraulic steering systems on boats.
- Operated machinery used in boat maintenance such as pressure washers.
- Assisted in launching vessels into water after repairs were completed.
- Adjusted carburetors and ignition timing for optimal performance.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding service needs and progress updates.
- Monitored fuel levels during testing runs to ensure efficient operation.
- Ensured that all work was done according to manufacturer specifications.
- Cleaned bilges and hulls of vessels when necessary.
- Tested engines, transmissions, rigging, propellers, navigational and related systems to diagnose malfunctions.
- Completed regular maintenance and service through oil changes, gear lubrication and winterizing.
- Tested marine engines and equipment to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
- Overhauled and repaired gasoline marine engines, outboard motors and related marine equipment and systems using technical manuals and schematic charts.
- Fabricated and installed wooden replacement parts using drawings, measuring instruments and woodworking machines.
- Mounted motors to boats and operated boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
- Removed and either repaired or replaced parts gears, magneto points, piston rings and spark plugs to correct malfunctions.
- Followed established safety protocols while working on boats.
- Conducted safety inspections of vessels before they went out on the water.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems in propulsion systems.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair workflows and processes.
Education
Wallenpaupack High School
Hawley, PASkills
- Engine rebuilding
- Hydraulic system repair
- Propulsion system diagnostics
- Routine maintenance
- Safety inspections
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Technical documentation
- Training and mentoring
- Marine engine repair
- Boat trailer repair
- Inboard motor repair
- Boat detailing
- Boat steering systems
- Navigation equipment service
- Marine electronics installation
- Marine battery maintenance
- Dockside assistance
- Paint and gelcoat repair
- Electrical system troubleshooting
- Fiberglass repair
- Winch repair
- Teak deck maintenance
- Fuel system maintenance
- Upholstery repair
- Marine safety equipment
- Outboard motor service
- Marine transmission service
- Fuel system diagnostics
- Filter replacement
- Accessory installation
- Inboard engine service
- Boat winterizing
- Engine diagnosis
- Outboard motor repair
- New motor rigging
- Improve performance
- Boat lift operation
- Reliability
Timeline
Boat Mechanic
The Boat Shop
10.2024 - Current
Boat Mechanic
Rubber Duckie Boat Rentals
04.2018 - Current
Wallenpaupack High School