Brett Addington
Patterson,CA
Summary
Dedicated Automotive Technician with 10 + years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Focused on satisfying customers, supporting team and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge and excellent customer service skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Highway 33 Automotive
Patterson, CA
12.2022 - 07.2024
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable safety procedures while performing repairs.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
Automotive Technician
Santos Ford Lincoln-mercury
Los Banos, CA
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Communicated effectively with customers about repair progress and costs involved.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
Research & Development Technician
034 Motosport
Fremont, CA
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Integrated object-oriented design and development techniques into projects to support usability goals.
- Collaborated effectively with team members while maintaining strong sense of individual responsibility.
- Worked closely with QA team members to resolve any bugs found during testing phase.
- Monitored equipment function to verify conformance with specifications.
- Coordinated system installations, testing and code corrections.
Automotive Technician
Highway 33 Automotive
Patterson, CA
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
Automotive Technician
Thompson Chevrolet
Patterson, CA
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
Plumbing Apprentice
A+ Plumbing
Gustine, CA
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
- Traced source of leaks in residential and commercial buildings.
- Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Repaired broken or defective parts in water supply lines and drainage systems.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for each job site.
- Completed basic and semi-skilled plumbing work by following instruction from [Job Title].
- Performed preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
Alarm Technician
Northern California Dealer Services
Concord, CA
08.2013 - 12.2013
- Pulled from in-depth knowledge of voltage systems and low-voltage circuitry.
- Demonstrated hands-on technical and mechanical skills, as well as experience with handling electronic devices and handhelds, among them desktops, workstations, iPad, and iPhone.
- Met with clients to discuss security features, needs and service costs.
- Demonstrated efficiency in installations and maintenance individually or as part of collaborative, dedicated team.
- Showed strong written and verbal communication skills to assist with quality control and device maintenance.
- Provided customer service by responding to client inquiries about their alarms or security systems.
- Ensured that all alarm components were operating correctly and safely at all times.
Automotive Technician
South County Nissan Hyundai
Gilroy, CA
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Completed [Number]-point inspections on every vehicle to check areas such as brakes, tires and fluids.
- Performed automotive preventive maintenance and inspected tires.
- Documented work performed on repair orders, submitting reports to supervisor for implementation into corporate system.
- Inspected fluid level for steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, rear axle housings and shackles.
Automotive Technician
Bridgestone Firestone
San Jose, CA
02.2011 - 12.2011
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
Golf Cart Attendant
Eagle Ridge Golf Course
Gilroy, CA
06.2007 - 12.2010
- Managed golf cart fleet and prepared for rental.
- Resolved any conflicts between customers in a professional manner.
- Washed, detailed and removed trash from carts to prepare for next use.
- Maintained cleanliness of all golf carts, including washing, vacuuming and polishing.
- Collected balls and baskets on driving range and loaded ball machines.
- Built relationships with members and guests and created welcoming and warm environment that promoted future visits.
- Staged and put away golf carts based on forecasted business and instructions from management team.
- Monitored customer usage of golf carts and provided assistance when needed.
- Received comments and complaints and worked to deliver solutions to achieve member and guest satisfaction.
- Assisted with staging and execution of tournaments and events.
- Greeted guests with positive and engaging attitude to promote superior experiences.
Education
Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute/Northern California
Sacramento, CA07-2010
High School Diploma -
Gilroy High School
Gilroy, CA06-2009
Skills
- Inspecting Vehicles
- Alignments Experience
- Changing Oil
- Bay Maintenance
- System Repairs
- Preventive Maintenance
- Job Scheduling
- Vehicle Inspection
- Calibration Understanding
- Issue Resolution
- Customer Service
- Tire Mounting and Balancing
- Parts Replacement
- Ordering Supplies
- Coolant Flushes
- Customer Relations
- Suspension Systems Understanding
- Electrical Understanding
- Problem-Solving
- Heavy Lifting
- Supply Ordering
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Electrical Circuits Diagrams
- Engine Repair
- Brake Systems
- Replacing Parts
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Suspension Systems
- Operating Pneumatic Tools
- Drivability Issues
- Strong Work Ethic
- Replacing Filters
- Valid Driver's License
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Gasket Replacements
- Coolant System Control
- Installing Equipment
- Hazmat Knowledge
- Detecting Refrigerant Leaks
- Brake Systems Knowledge
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Flexible Schedule
- Quality Assurance
- Hand and Power Tools
Affiliations
Golfing
Fishing
Pool & Darts
Cooking
Gardening
Certification
- Ford Technical Customer Handling
Languages
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Santos Ford Lincoln-mercury
07.2023 - 12.2023
Automotive Technician
Highway 33 Automotive
12.2022 - 07.2024
Research & Development Technician
034 Motosport
12.2021 - 12.2022
Automotive Technician
Highway 33 Automotive
01.2021 - 12.2021
Automotive Technician
Thompson Chevrolet
01.2020 - 12.2020
Plumbing Apprentice
A+ Plumbing
10.2016 - 06.2017
Alarm Technician
Northern California Dealer Services
08.2013 - 12.2013
Automotive Technician
South County Nissan Hyundai
01.2012 - 07.2012
Automotive Technician
Bridgestone Firestone
02.2011 - 12.2011
Golf Cart Attendant
Eagle Ridge Golf Course
06.2007 - 12.2010
Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute/Northern California
High School Diploma -
Gilroy High School
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