Allen Knutson
Niagara Falls,New York
Summary
Adept Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Sumitomo Rubber USA, showcasing exceptional troubleshooting and adaptability skills. Excelled in diagnosing complex vehicle systems across multiple manufacturers, including VW and Toyota, at Northtown Automotive. Mentored juniors, enhancing team capabilities and efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Sumitomo Rubber USA
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Automotive Technician
West Herr Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures on all types of vehicles, including light/heavy duty hybrid and diesel powertrains.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
Automotive Technician
Northtown Automotive
07.2013 - 06.2018
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Employed at various manufacturers within the Northtown family, including VW, Toyota, Subaru, Kia and Chrysler locations.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Auto-Diesel
Ohio Technical College
1374 E. 51st St. Cleveland, OH 44103Bachelor of Science - Physics/Engineering
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Adaptability
- Quick Learning
- Forward Thinking
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Sumitomo Rubber USA
01.2022 - 11.2024
Automotive Technician
West Herr Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
07.2018 - 12.2021
Automotive Technician
Northtown Automotive
07.2013 - 06.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Auto-Diesel
Ohio Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Physics/Engineering
SUNY Buffalo State