Austin Seidel
Powhatan,VA
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction at Audi of Richmond, Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian, and Lacy Auto Part through expert vehicle diagnostics and problem-solving. Skilled in workplace safety and team collaboration, significantly contributing to project success and inventory management. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and power tools proficiency, ensuring high-quality service and safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Dismantler
Lacy Auto Parts
05.2022 - Current
- Contributed to team success by collaborating with colleagues on complex dismantling projects, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing an organized system for tracking and cataloging dismantled automotive parts.
- Upheld quality standards during part removal processes, minimizing damage risks and preserving component integrity.
- Preserved valuable resources by salvaging reusable components during the dismantling process, reducing the need for costly replacements.
- Reduced waste by recycling and disposing of unusable materials responsibly, adhering to environmental regulations.
- Effectively managed multiple dismantling projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and allocating resources according to project urgency.
- Increased accuracy in part identification by staying current on new automotive technologies and industry trends.
- Improved efficiency with meticulous documentation of all dismantled parts, ensuring accurate records for client inquiries.
- Optimized storage space by arranging dismantled parts according to size and category, allowing for easy accessibility when fulfilling orders.
- Ensured thorough inspections of incoming vehicles to identify any hazardous materials before beginning the dismantling process, enhancing safety measures within the facility.
Automotive Technician
Audi Of Richmond
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
Automotive Technician
Mercedes Benz Of Midlothian
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
Education
Cosby High School
Midlothian, VA06.2015
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Heavy Lifting
- Power Tools Proficiency
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Troubleshooting skills
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Relations
- Vehicle inspections
Timeline
Automotive Dismantler
Lacy Auto Parts
05.2022 - Current
Automotive Technician
Audi Of Richmond
06.2019 - 05.2022
Automotive Technician
Mercedes Benz Of Midlothian
06.2014 - 06.2019
Cosby High School
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