Bartosz Wdziekonski
Canton
Summary
Dynamic, motivated automotive professional with extensive experience as a senior diagnostic technician and Shop Foreman at Kia of Canton, specializing in complex diagnostics and customer satisfaction. I excel in mentoring technicians and streamlining workflows while enhancing repair accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Foreman
Kia of Canton
Canton, MI
02.2020 - Current
- Focused on customer satisfaction and fixed right the first time through accurate diagnosis and proper repair practices
- Performed complex electrical and drivetrain diagnostics
- Trained technicians to obtain state and ASE certifications
- Implemented workflow processes to highlight individual technician's strengths resulting in our store moving from last to first place for highest monthly gross profit in our dealer group for 3 years straight
- Customer liaison
Senior Diagnostic Technician
DriveTime Auto
Taylor, MI
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Diagnosed complex automotive issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for electronic and mechanical systems, enhancing repair accuracy.
- Mentored junior technicians on diagnostic procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow processes to reduce turnaround times for vehicle repairs.
- Consistently achieved lowest reconditioning cost per vehicle throughout company's 22 centers through accurate diagnosis and single component repair
Technician
Bloomfield Auto Repair and Mechanic One Auto Repair
Bloomfield, MI
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Vehicle diagnostics, repair and maintenance at independent automotive repair shops
Owner/Operator
BNZ Transport
Auburn Hills, MI
01.2007 - 12.2016
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely delivery of goods and adherence to safety protocols.
- Purchased and modified equipment for specialized transport
- Obtained accounts and contracts
- Performed maintenance and equipment repair including rebuilding diesel engines
- Combined with other truck driving jobs I have covered 2 million miles across the US with no moving violations
Technician
Other Automotive Experience
Michigan
06.1994 - 01.1999
- Ran air flow bench at an automotive after market supplier performing air flow testing of modified components and calibrating various sensors primarily mass air flow meters
- Built and modified V8 engines for performance
- Built automotive testing equipment
- Rebuilt salvage vehicles at automotive recycling dealer including operating frame straightening machines and welding
Education
Automotive Fuel Systems
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MIHigh School Diploma -
Dearborn High School
Dearborn, MI06-1994
Skills
- Expertise in internal combustion engine systems
- Experienced in electric vehicle diagnostics
- Experienced in using oscilloscopes for data interpretation
- Creative engineering of diagnostic devices
Certification
ASE Master certification
ASE Adavanced level 1, 3 and 4
State of Michigan Master Mechanic
Kia Master Mechanic
Adas systems trained for all makes and models through AETools and Autel
Timeline
Shop Foreman
Kia of Canton
02.2020 - Current
Senior Diagnostic Technician
DriveTime Auto
01.2018 - 02.2020
Technician
Bloomfield Auto Repair and Mechanic One Auto Repair
01.2017 - 01.2018
Owner/Operator
BNZ Transport
01.2007 - 12.2016
Technician
Other Automotive Experience
06.1994 - 01.1999
Automotive Fuel Systems
Henry Ford College
High School Diploma -
Dearborn High School
President's award
Award normally reserved for upper management I was recognized for contributions to our entire automotive group