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Alkandros Richards

Chicago

Summary

Resourceful Automotive Technician knowledgeable about regulations governing vehicle safety. Well-versed in disassembling parts and inspecting for wear and testing and adjusting systems to meet manufacturer's performance specifications. Adaptable and dependable individual familiar with mechanical, electronic and electric components.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Mechanic

Freelance
Chicago
10.2021 - Current
  • Diagnose customer concerns using the 4 C's.
  • Engine, suspension, brakes, wheels, interior trimming and electrical module repair/up keep.
  • Customer face-to-face and adaptability to harsh working conditions.

Tire Technician

R.A.S. Tire Sales and Repair
Chicago
05.2021 - Current
  • Plug/patch tires.
  • Clean rims/repair valves
  • Wheel balancing
  • Vibration analysis
  • TMPS installation/calibration
  • EPA adherence
  • Tire sales (new/used)
  • TPMS sales

Door Dasher

DoorDash
Chicago
06.2020 - 03.2022
  • pick up and deliver food

Apprentice Mechanic

AJ's Auto Service
Des Plaines
10.2021 - 11.2021
  • Wheel alignments, Tire balancing, Chassis, Drivetrains, Parts, Brakes, NVH, Invoicing

Facilities Services

Christ Church Lake Forest
Lake Forest
11.2020 - 09.2021
  • Clean and maintain building cleanliness throughout the week and Sundays.

Operations Manager

Park Community Church
Chicago
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Schedule volunteers and manage set up/take down of mobile church equipment.

Facilities

Chicago Cubs Baseball Club
Chicago
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Cleaned facilities before, during and after games.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Automotive Technology

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Chicago, IL
12-2026

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Disney II Magnet High School
Chicago, IL
06-2020

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Vehicle diagnosis
  • Parts ordering
  • Customer service
  • Electrical systems
  • Heating and air conditioning
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Steering and suspension systems
  • Brake systems
  • Wheels and tires
  • Team collaboration
  • Work area cleanliness
  • Engine inspection

Certification

ASE EPA 609 EPA Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling - March 2025

Hunter Anatomy of a Wheel and Tire - March 2025 - March 2028

Hunter Basic Tire Changer Operation - March 2025 - March 2028

Hunter Rolling Smooth - May 2024 - May 2027

Hunter Introduction to Alignment - May 2024 - May 2027

PRO-CUT Brake Solutions - April 2024 - April 2027

Timeline

Automotive Mechanic

Freelance
10.2021 - Current

Apprentice Mechanic

AJ's Auto Service
10.2021 - 11.2021

Tire Technician

R.A.S. Tire Sales and Repair
05.2021 - Current

Facilities Services

Christ Church Lake Forest
11.2020 - 09.2021

Door Dasher

DoorDash
06.2020 - 03.2022

Operations Manager

Park Community Church
09.2019 - 06.2020

Facilities

Chicago Cubs Baseball Club
08.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Automotive Technology

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

College of DuPage

High School Diploma -

Disney II Magnet High School

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

University of Illinois At Chicago

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