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Chad J Baird

Puyallup

Summary

Experienced Service Tech with extensive knowledge of vehicle testing, maintenance and repair. Adept at reading and understanding technical documentation. Excellent customer service, time management and multitasking abilities. Hardworking Automotive Technician with 42 years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives. Dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic. Experienced Automotive Technician with 42+ years of expertise in diagnostics and repair of most automobiles and light-duty trucks.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Technician

Small Car Performance
08.2011 - Current
  • 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.
  • Volkswagon vanagon restoration updating engine with Subaru engines.
  • replacing wiring harness rewiring engine,and other systeams .
  • Installing aftermarket parts and accessories.
  • Brake upgrades suspension upgrades.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Wielding ,Fabrcation, Problem solving
  • 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.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.

Diagnostic Technician

Firestone Auto Care
08.1981 - 08.2011

2 years of service manager.

31 years of service as automotive tech and diagnostic tech ASE certified.

I was a mentor for young and new technicians.

As a flatrate tech.

maintained 225% productivity throughout the deration of that job.

Many productivity awards throughout the many years of working for Firestone.

  • 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.

Education

Associate of Science -

FossClover Park Vti
Tacoma, WA
06.1982

High School Diploma -

Foss
Tacoma, WA
06.1981

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Wielding and fabrcation
  • Engine repair
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Small Car Performance
08.2011 - Current

Diagnostic Technician

Firestone Auto Care
08.1981 - 08.2011

Associate of Science -

FossClover Park Vti

High School Diploma -

Foss
Chad J Baird