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Noah Antonio Milfort

Summary

Experienced automotive service technician dedicated to the industry. Specializes in servicing foreign and domestic vehicles, focusing on brakes, alignments, exhaust systems, suspension, and light engine repair for various makes and models. Known for delivering high-quality work efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction and trust in their vehicle.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician/Mechanic C-Tech

Firestone Complete Auto Care
08.2024 - 07.2025
  • Conducted regular maintenance services on customer and fleet vehicles such as oil changes, tire rotations, tire replacements, wheel balancing, plugs/patches and brake inspections to ensure optimal performance and safety
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty components in accordance with manufacturer specs and industry standards, such as spark plugs ignition coils & related components, starters, alternators, batteries, fuel system & throttle body cleaning, brake flushes, coolant flushes, suspension parts such tie rods, control arms, shocks and struts, replacement of brake rotors and pads.
  • Performed wheel alignments using computerized alignment equipment to improve vehicle handling and tire longevity
  • Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to identify light diagnostic issues and provide accurate repair solutions
  • Used specialized tools like scan tools or lab scopes for light diagnostics
  • Collaborated with service advisors to communicate repair recommendations to customers effectively
  • Maintained detailed records of all repairs performed, parts used, and labor hours for billing purposes
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations by following proper procedures for handling hazardous materials and operating equipment
  • Stayed updated on the latest automotive technology advancements through ongoing training programs and workshops
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, explaining repairs in layman s terms, and resolving any concerns or complaints promptly
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with colleagues on challenging repair projects or sharing knowledge/expertise
  • Completed repairs within specified timeframes while maintaining high-quality workmanship
  • Performed pre-purchase inspections for used vehicles to assess their condition accurately
  • Maintained a clean working area at all times adhering to safety guidelines
  • Investigated unusual noises or vibrations reported by customers during test drives ensuring thorough diagnosis before recommending repairs
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate tires based on vehicle specifications, driving conditions, and budgetary constraints
  • Investigated customer complaints related to poor vehicle performance or unusual noises, identifying underlying issues through thorough inspection
  • Closely monitored work orders ensuring accurate completion of assigned tasks within the estimated time frame
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies introduced in modern vehicles electrical/electronic systems
  • Suggested preventative maintenance measures to customers based on manufacturer recommendations and industry best practices

Express Service Technician - Local Union 701

Hyundai of Lincolnwood
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Perform all Lube Technician duties required by Local 701 Automotive Mechanics' Union Book as well as semi-skilled repairs per the request of the shop Service Manager
  • Hyundai Certified technician training and completion
  • Performing vehicle repairs and/or maintenance work as outlined on RO with efficiency and accuracy, performing all duties in accordance with dealership and OEM standards.
  • Check and communicate oil level to teammates.
  • Keep work area and bay free of debris and tidy to ensure a safe, compliant work environment.
  • Ensure tire pressure for proper inflation.
  • Inspect and refill fluid levels as necessary.
  • Complete vehicle multipoint inspections
  • Knowledge and use of hydraulic lifts
  • Tire Rotations
  • Tire Plug and patching
  • Use of newest Tire Mounting & Balancing machine
  • Use of newest Tire Changing machine to perform rim & tire removal, replacement and installation.
  • Use of vehicle alignment machine
  • Brake pad & rotor removal and installation.
  • Perform Brake flushes.
  • Perform Coolant flushes.
  • Perform Engine flushes.
  • Radiator and intake hose replacements
  • Installation of wiper blades and headlight, turn signal and brake light bulbs.
  • Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership guidelines.
  • Test-drive vehicles, batteries and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
  • Install ECU updates such as warranty repairs, recalls, security, and maintenance that may include underbody corrosion spray, fuse testing and replacement, headlight patch replacement, brake stop bushing, seatbelt, turn signal mirror and rearview camera wiring splicing & replacements, new and used car updates and etc.
  • Install and/or replace oil drain plugs, oil filter, air filter and cabin filters.
  • Installation of batteries, starters, alternators, serpentine drive belts
  • Performed removal and installation of tie rods, control arms, and ball joints, shock and struts.
  • Clean and lubricate fittings as needed.
  • Use of desk top computer and handheld android tablets with operating systems created for technicians to research diagrams, installation guides and necessary recall codes to input complete and understandable vehicle quotes and inspections to service writers in order to provide customers with an accurate description of vehicle conditions and necessary parts, maintenance and repairs that may be required in a varied timeframe.
  • Providing excellent customer service.
  • Assisting Semi-Skilled, Journeyman and Master technicians with various projects such as warranty engine removal & replacement, stolen catalytic convertor replacement, interior dash and trim removal and etc.
  • Bilingual knowledge of English & Spanish for Spanish speaking customers and coworkers when translation is necessary.

Upper Bay Technician

Jiffy Lube
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Started off as a courtesy technician and worked my way up to an upper bay technician within 2 months, with options to train as a customer service advisor.
  • Job included -
  • Greeting customers, filling air, cleaning windows, offering products and selling necessary maintenance components.
  • Removal and replacement of batteries & light bulbs, tire rotations, brake pads & rotors, engine flushes, coolant flushes, adding of multiple oil viscosities.
  • Basic understanding of lower bay oil drainage, but can be improved with more hands-on practical experience.

Core Machine Operator

Federal-Mogul Motorparts
10.2021 - 12.2022
  • Operation & troubleshooting of computerized mold injected hot presses & hand presses for gaskets of all types & sizes, using various silicone and rubber products, as well as plastic, aluminum, and steel carriers
  • Operation of Desma & Rep branded hot presses.
  • Organizational chart that includes hourly rate, amount made per hour and necessary part numbers written daily for the purpose of tracking how many parts are successfully or unsuccessfully made throughout shift.
  • Trimming of all gaskets using specialized tools when necessary
  • Quality inspection of parts
  • Bundling of parts per a required amount based on part type.
  • Boxing, packaging and labeling of bundled parts based on the amount required in a box for that specific part.
  • Daily cleaning of area/warehouse such as sweeping, mopping of hazardous chemicals.
  • Use of semi hazardous chemicals for different purposes such as lubricants, sprays & aerosols

Lineman Apprentice

LCC Cable Comm
03.2018 - 03.2020
  • Utility Lineman Apprentice
  • Being able to properly read street based maps in aerial view of preexisting power lines & utility service networks that include different key elements & symbols in order to determine the form of construction of the specific type of cable requested in that area.
  • Being able keep track of daily achievements including , footage numbers of cable, calculations, intersection locations , truck materials & tools.
  • Being able operate various machinery, such as large diesel utility trucks with an operational electric boom arm ; motorized hydraulic reel trailer, power line anchor rodder machine, fiber optic cable puller machine, also various power tools such as impact gun for use with an auger bit & socket combination
  • Being able to lift, push, pull heavy objects and machinery for long periods of time. 50 pounds or more.
  • Being able to effectively determine proper footage amount of fiber needed for the task
  • Being able to properly remove & load fiber/cable from reel & organize a common way of stacking the fiber in an recognizable & space efficient form while maintaining caution over the delicate fiber.
  • Being able to maintain & operate the cable lasher machine
  • Being able to excavate and locate underground pipes for cable from pole aerial to underground continuation
  • Being able to carry and climb an 20ft fiberglass extension ladder
  • Being able to discern the proper tools and materials needed for the specific pole in short time while also multitasking other important tasks
  • Being able to properly maintain cleanliness & order of materials on the truck
  • Being able to work in team groups, partnered or individually
  • Being able to efficiently communicate with walkie talkie radios
  • Being able to work thru all weather conditions
  • Being able to enter manholes, sewers and underground reservoirs to access underground pipes for cable
  • Being able to use a rodder
  • Being able to climb trees, rooftops and buildings when necessary
  • Being able operate and use boom arm from bucket and from emergency controls
  • Being able to properly load trailers to corresponding trucks
  • Being able to operate a truck with trailer forward & reverse
  • Being able to efficiently communicate door to door with property owners about ongoing fiber optic construction and permission to enter the properties to complete construction
  • Being able to speak in English & Spanish
  • Being able to properly wear company uniform and identification
  • Being able to work earlier or later than scheduled
  • Being able to travel & work across county & state lines for long time periods
  • Being able to provide my own transportation

Data Entry Clerk

AMITA Health
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Paperwork sorting, filing, stamping & copying
  • Patient mail sorting and computer data entry
  • Address, account and personal data update

Pizza Maker/Cashier

Domino's Pizza
11.2017 - 02.2018
  • Crew Member
  • Front Lobby Cashier
  • Pizza making specialist
  • Food cook
  • Stocking
  • Cleaning
  • Operating entire restaurant while short staffed
  • Taking orders on the phone while simultaneously entering the order information onto the computer to be completed

Dunkin Donuts Cashier

Dunkin' Donuts
10.2017 - 11.2017
  • Crew Member
  • Front Lobby Cashier
  • Drive thru Cashier
  • Coffee making specialist
  • Food cook
  • Stocking
  • Cleaning
  • Operating entire restaurant while alone

Dunkin Donuts

Dunkin' Donuts
03.2016 - 11.2017
  • Crew Member
  • Front Lobby Cashier
  • Drive thru Cashier
  • Coffee making specialist
  • Food cook
  • Stocking
  • Cleaning
  • Operating entire restaurant while alone
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Overnight Baker

Mariano's
04.2017 - 04.2017
  • Overnight Baker
  • Be able to work from 11pm - 6am
  • Being able to sort different types of dough, icings, & sprinkles
  • Being able to craft different doughs into specific shapes
  • Being able to operate deep fryer to specific temperatures
  • Being able to efficiently estimate proper cook times
  • Being able to maintain cleanliness & organization during work
  • Being able to stock items and enter a large warehouse size deep freezer for long periods of time
  • Being able to properly deep fry & decorate all bakery items within the allotted time while receiving great early customer satisfaction
  • Being able to surpass previous baker in effectiveness, presentation, cleanliness and customer satisfaction

Line Cook

Burger King
06.2016 - 10.2016
  • Crew Member
  • Fryer
  • Food cook
  • Stocking
  • Cleaning
  • Operating entire restaurant while short staffed

Prep Cook/Dishwasher

BROWN'S CHICKEN
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Crew Member
  • Front Lobby Cashier
  • Food/fry cook & preparer
  • Stocking
  • Cleaning
  • Maintaining safety and food regulation guidelines
  • Operating entire restaurant while short staffed

Education

Associates in Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology

Universal Technical Institute
Lisle, IL
08.2016

Skills

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Climbing
  • Mowing
  • Equipment Repair
  • Manual transmission
  • Suspension
  • Bucket Truck Experience
  • Automotive Diagnostics
  • Lawn Care
  • Order Entry
  • Mechanic
  • Oil Change
  • Customer service
  • Electrical Experience
  • Tire Service
  • GM vehicles
  • Brake repair
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Inventory management
  • Communication skills
  • Working as an automotive technician
  • Brake Repair
  • Food Preparation
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Door-to-Door Experience
  • Computer Networking
  • Alignment
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Automotive Repair
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Hydraulics
  • Strong work ethic
  • Changing tires

  • Attention to detail
  • Changing oil
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Hand and power tools
  • Safety awareness
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Brake systems understanding
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Replacing parts
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Fluid exchanges
  • Parts replacement
  • Brake systems
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Tire services
  • Suspension systems
  • Alignments experience
  • System repairs
  • Exhaust systems
  • Team collaboration
  • Preventive maintenance services
  • Installing equipment
  • Heavy lifting
  • Battery services
  • Replacing filters
  • Wheel alignments
  • Customer relations
  • Flexible schedule
  • Physical stamina
  • Operating air compressors
  • Quality assurance

Certification

  • Hyundai Certification June 2023 to Present
  • Driver's License
  • Food Handler
  • Food handler certificate
  • ServSafe

Languages

English - Fluent
Spanish - Intermediate

Timeline

Automotive Technician/Mechanic C-Tech

Firestone Complete Auto Care
08.2024 - 07.2025

Express Service Technician - Local Union 701

Hyundai of Lincolnwood
05.2023 - 04.2024

Upper Bay Technician

Jiffy Lube
02.2023 - 05.2023

Core Machine Operator

Federal-Mogul Motorparts
10.2021 - 12.2022

Lineman Apprentice

LCC Cable Comm
03.2018 - 03.2020

Data Entry Clerk

AMITA Health
01.2018 - 04.2018

Pizza Maker/Cashier

Domino's Pizza
11.2017 - 02.2018

Dunkin Donuts Cashier

Dunkin' Donuts
10.2017 - 11.2017

Overnight Baker

Mariano's
04.2017 - 04.2017

Line Cook

Burger King
06.2016 - 10.2016

Dunkin Donuts

Dunkin' Donuts
03.2016 - 11.2017

Prep Cook/Dishwasher

BROWN'S CHICKEN
09.2014 - 05.2015

Associates in Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology

Universal Technical Institute