Patrick Pawlukiewicz
About Patrick Pawlukiewicz
Patrick Pawlukiewicz serves as the Lab Lead for Fleet Management and Operations Maintenance at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he manages a fleet of over 4,600 vehicles. He has a background in automotive engineering and has held various managerial roles in the automotive sector.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Patrick Pawlukiewicz serves as Lab Lead in Fleet Management and Operations Maintenance at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. He has held this position since 2013, contributing to the Harley Davidson Product Development Center. In this role, he manages a fleet of over 4,600 company-owned vehicles, overseeing their maintenance, recalls, and logistics. He coordinates evaluation rides to support multiple test facilities, ensuring that the fleet operates efficiently and meets the company's standards.
Previous Experience in Fleet Management
Before joining Harley-Davidson, Patrick worked as a Fleet Mechanic at Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 from 2001 to 2002. His responsibilities included maintaining and servicing the district's fleet of vehicles. Additionally, he served as an Automotive Store Manager at Sears Holdings Corporation from 2010 to 2012, where he managed operations and customer service in the automotive department. He briefly worked as a Store Manager at TBC Corporation in 2012.
Education and Qualifications
Patrick Pawlukiewicz completed his high school education at Arlington High School, where he studied Mathematics and earned his diploma from 1984 to 1988. He furthered his education at American Diesel & Automotive College, obtaining an Associate's Degree in Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician from 1989 to 1991. This educational background has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his roles in fleet management and automotive operations.
Skills in Vehicle Configuration Management
In his current role at Harley-Davidson, Patrick coordinates updates to vehicle configurations, including powertrain upgrades and parts and accessories packages. His expertise in managing vehicle specifications ensures that the fleet remains up-to-date with the latest technology and meets operational requirements. This skill set is crucial for maintaining the performance and reliability of the company’s vehicles.