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MASTER MECHANIC, AUTO TECHNICIAN
Professional Summary
Hardworking Master Automotive Technician successful at correcting problems, completing maintenance and enhancing vehicle operations. Skillful applying specialized experience and technical knowledge to all makes and models of vans, light trucks and SUVs. Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities for apprentice mechanics. Seasoned automotive repair professional adept at inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing wide range of vehicles and issues. Knowledgeable about service schedules, well-versed in reading technical documentation and familiar with scoping various components. ASE Certified.
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Work History
Master Mechanic, Auto Technician04/2014 to 06/2015
Arcosa, Inc. – Clinton , LA
Arcosa, Inc. – Clinton , LA
- Tested vehicle components and systems to identify issues.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Cultivated rapport with transportation industry professionals to streamline buying processes.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Inspected customer vehicles for wear, tear and damage from accidents.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Broke down complex mechanical information into simpler parts for individuals with little or no understanding of system operations.
- Supervised and mentored team members and facilitated daily service operations to drive business growth.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed mileage-based services, including changing out belts, filling fluids and replacing gaskets.
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
- Inspected vehicles and utilized market and industry expertise to execute strategic automotive purchases for dealers, private clients and volume resellers.
- Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
- Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
- Completed computer-assigned vehicle alignments.
- Rotated and balanced tires to ensure even wear.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
- Measured depth of current tire tread and educated customers about dangers of low tread.
Lead Auto Technician01/2011 to 10/2013
Sears Auto Center – City , STATE
Sears Auto Center – City , STATE
- Supervised and mentored team members and facilitated daily service operations to drive business growth.
- Worked on vehicles to repair engines, transmissions and electrical systems.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
- Cultivated rapport with transportation industry professionals to streamline buying processes.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.
- Broke down complex mechanical information into simpler parts for individuals with little or no understanding of system operations.
- Inspected vehicles and utilized market and industry expertise to execute strategic automotive purchases for dealers, private clients and volume resellers.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
- Responded to customer telephone calls, emails and in-person requests for assistance.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
- Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of garage.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledgebase.
- Utilized skills in welding, machining and fabrication to complete repairs.
- Maintained compliance with dealer and manufacturer standards for warranty repair and maintenance actions.
- Trained new employees on proper procedures.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Completed minor maintenance such as replacing gaskets, flushing coolant and performing tune-ups.
- Wrote work orders and updated accounts in workshop computer.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Attended safety meetings and implemented policies with junior team members.
- Sought out opportunities to gain new skills in different areas of vehicle repair and maintenance.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and developed effective resolutions with minimal oversight.
- Repaired suspensions and aligned steering of off-road, four-wheel-drive vehicles.
- Procured, organized and managed parts inventories.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Expert Mechanic05/2016 to 01/2020
Classic Toyota – City , STATE
Classic Toyota – City , STATE
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed and executed plans to monitor standard process adherence.
- Coordinated with team in developing project plans for prioritized initiatives.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Determined and recommended methods to address improvement opportunities.
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth.
- Collaborated with team to define business requirements for organizational processes, achieve productivity standards and adhere to accuracy standards.
- Adhered to established policies, procedures and compliance for satisfactory audit rating.
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans.
- Aligned systems with manufacturer specifications through skilled calibration.
- Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
- Inspected completed repairs to check for accuracy and functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Gave accurate quotes on needed repair work, fully educating customers on possible options and plans of action.
- Accurately estimated time and materials costs for projects.
- Contributed to construction projects through applying skills in pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
- Cultivated rapport with transportation industry professionals to streamline buying processes.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Broke down complex mechanical information into simpler parts for individuals with little or no understanding of system operations.
- Inspected vehicles and utilized market and industry expertise to execute strategic automotive purchases for dealers, private clients and volume resellers.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
- Responded to customer telephone calls, emails and in-person requests for assistance.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
- Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of garage.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledgebase.
- Utilized skills in welding, machining and fabrication to complete repairs.
- Maintained compliance with dealer and manufacturer standards for warranty repair and maintenance actions.
- Learned all systems and components in vehicles.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Completed minor maintenance such as replacing gaskets, flushing coolant and performing tune-ups.
- Wrote work orders and updated accounts in workshop computer.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Attended safety meetings and implemented policies with junior team members.
- Sought out opportunities to gain new skills in different areas of vehicle repair and maintenance.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and developed effective resolutions with minimal oversight.
- Repaired suspensions and aligned steering of off-road, four-wheel-drive vehicles.
- Procured, organized and managed parts inventories.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Education
GED2008TVCC
Automotive Technology Certificates: Automotive Technology 2008Tyler Junior College-
City
TJC Certificate of Proficiency
Engine Performance
Drive Train
Body & Chassis
Accomplishments
- Suspension & Steering- expires 6/30/20 Manual Drive Train & Axles- expires 6/30/20 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle- expires 6/30/20 Toyota Certifications Expert Engines Expert Electrical Expert Chassis Hybrid Certified.
Certifications
TJC Certificate of Proficiency
Engine Performance, Drive Train, Body & Chassis
ASE Certifications
Electrical/Electronic Systems- expires 12/31/24
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School Attended
- TVCC
- Tyler Junior College
Job Titles Held:
- Master Mechanic, Auto Technician
- Lead Auto Technician
- Expert Mechanic
Degrees
- GED 2008
Automotive Technology Certificates : Automotive Technology 2008
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