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Carson James

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Highly driven, aspiring firefighter who works every single day to get closer to my goal of becoming one. A current automotive technician striving to make the switch to something more. Quick thinking, professional, and punctual. Various forms of relevant experience including, working under stress, customer service, physical fitness, social aptitude, various forms of volunteer work, and relevant exposure to the profession. A graduate from The East Valley Fire Cadet program, The East Valley Institute of Technology, and an ASE certified Automotive Master Technician.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Technician

Tempe Honda
06.2024 - Current
  • Streamlined work processes through effective collaboration with other technicians, resulting in faster turnaround times for customer vehicles.
  • Learned how to not only be fast and efficient, but to also be accurate at the same time.
  • Gained experience with handling hazardous materials and waste.
  • Established exposure to handling heavy machinery and tools.


Automotive Technician Apprentice

Mercedes- Benz of Chandler
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Maximized productivity by efficiently managing assigned tasks, prioritizing based on urgency and complexity of each job.
  • Developed excellent problem-solving skills through consistent exposure to diverse makes and models of vehicles requiring different approaches for diagnosing issues effectively.
  • Increased shop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and properly storing tools and equipment.

Education

Associate Degree - Fire Science

Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Desert Ridge High School
Mesa, AZ
05.2024

Automotive Service Excellence Certification - Automotive Technologies

East Valley Institute of Technology
Mesa, AZ
05.2024

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • High Stress tolerance and Resilience
  • Fast Learning and Adaptability
  • Exceptional Problem Solving and Decision making
  • Mechanical Thinking and Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service and Collaborative Experience

References

Matthew Kobylinski- Phone: (480) 747-7158  Email: kobylinski@cox.net

Additional Information

Feed My Starving Children

  • Collaborated with fellow volunteers to maximize the food output for the less fortunate


Fill The Boot

  • Worked along side the Mesa Fire and Medical Department to raise money for muscular dystrophy.


United Food Bank

  • Volunteered at the Streetside Classic Car Show to raise money for the United Food Bank


Spring Into Fitness Breakfast with The City of Mesa

  • Worked along side Mesa Fire and Medical Department to prepare and serve food for the event guests



Timeline

Automotive Technician

Tempe Honda
06.2024 - Current

Automotive Technician Apprentice

Mercedes- Benz of Chandler
07.2023 - 06.2024

Associate Degree - Fire Science

Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College

High School Diploma -

Desert Ridge High School

Automotive Service Excellence Certification - Automotive Technologies

East Valley Institute of Technology
Carson James