Austin Bever
Clifton,CO
Summary
Versatile and reliable Repair Tech with talents in performing regular upgrades, troubleshooting system failures and repairing equipment. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to manage multiple different tasks at once.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Repair Technician
Firestone Complete Auto Care
04.2018 - Current
- Over 15 years experience providing general maintainance, repair, as well as both mechanical and electrical diagnostic and repair.
- Familiarity with computer module networks including CAN bus, and integrated systems.
- HVAC electrical and mechanical diagnostic and repair for R12, R134a, and R1234yf refrigerants and have acquired the necessary EPA certifications.
- Detect and repair machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Provide technical advice and guidance to customers on use and maintenance of products.
- Contribute to overall company success by meeting or surpassing performance metrics related to repair time and quality assurance.
Retail Service Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Pats
08.2014 - 07.2018
- Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations.
- Recommended appropriate services to customers and helped overcome objections with professional communication style.
Car Audio Installer
Quality Auto Sound
02.2012 - 07.2014
- Evaluated systems to identify and locate system malfunctions using visual, manual and computer-assisted diagnostic approaches.
- Continuously updated product knowledge through industry research and training seminars, staying current on the latest trends in car audio technology.
- Upgraded factory equipment with aftermarket solutions designed to improve listening quality and system performance as well as tune audio systems to preferred standards.
Repair Technician
Firestone Complete Auto Care, BRO
04.2009 - 02.2012
- Tested parts and components to confirm adherence to manufacturer specifications.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Completed all repair and maintenance activities promptly and to high quality standards.
Education
GED -
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO02.2010
Skills
- Mindset geared and specialized towards diagnostic, trade, engineering, and technology disciplines
- Physically fit and capable of handling heavy demand
- Have built and programmed multiple personal projects, including television gaming table for tabletop games such as D&D, personalized LED back-lit dashboard and gauge cluster upgrade for pre-2000's vehicles, forging swords and knives, and XML Android phone app support updates
- Ability to learn on the fly, adapt to technical demands and changing technology as well as self-educate in both older and newer methods of creating, repairing, and service of products
- Self-motivated to pursue new avenues, create unique solutions, collaborate with teams to produce outcomes that reach or surpass demand while maintaining and observing current regulations and practices
Hobbies
Self-motivated to learn and gather knowledge and expertise. Actively pursue new and unknown skills to further my expertise in fields already known, and expand on fields already known. Enjoyed success at building many cross-disciplinary projects and are completely self-taught in the following tasks: blacksmithing, programming, 3D printing, video game console repair and modification, leatherwork, carpentry, furniture making, sewing, gunsmithing, welding, appliance repair, computer technical support, electrical diagnostic though the range of expertise in these fields vary greatly. Multiple ranges and fields of study from history, science, and language. I like to know how things tick, how they're constructed, and how to improve/alter/create them.
Certification
- HVAC Section 609: ID number MVAC 0375142
- ASE: A4R, A5, and A6
- Scheduled to take A7 and A8 this year
Timeline
Senior Repair Technician
Firestone Complete Auto Care
04.2018 - Current
Retail Service Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Pats
08.2014 - 07.2018
Car Audio Installer
Quality Auto Sound
02.2012 - 07.2014
Repair Technician
Firestone Complete Auto Care, BRO
04.2009 - 02.2012
GED -
Aims Community College