Charles Foster
Kyle ,Texas
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Knowledgeable Tire Technician with good customer service skills and in-depth understanding of different vehicle systems. Experienced in completing services quickly and accurately to handle high daily workload. Offering over ten years in field.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Tire Technician
C & C Tire And Muffler
Schertz , TX
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Assisted team by keeping shop tidy, clean and free of safety hazards.
- Checked, installed and repaired rotors, pads and drums.
- Used shop machinery to balance tires and align vehicles for optimal performance.
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks and vans.
- Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
- Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires.
- Dismounted, mounted and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
Automotive Service Technician
Patterson Nissan
Longview, TX
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- 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.
Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
Norman, OK
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- 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.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
Automotive Alignment Specialist
Burls Collsion Center
Henderson , TX
03.2014 - 09.2016
- Interacted with customers to explain issues causing misalignment or damage to vehicle.
- Performed test drives on vehicles before inspection to assist with diagnosing problems and after inspection to confirm problem resolution.
- Maintained tidy, clean work environment, reducing risk of lost tools or parts and enhancing shop safety.
- Drove and guided vehicles onto vehicle lifts and safely secured vehicles to prevent shift.
- Remained educated and trained on new technology to enhance repair quality and achieve good alignment results for multiple vehicle types.
- Explained alignment diagnostic results to customers and recommended best course of action.
- Operated under time constraints while prioritizing safety and emphasizing quality.
- Maintained serviceability of shop machinery through regular calibration and lubrication.
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks and vans.
- Dismounted, mounted and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Gave accurate quotes on needed repair work, fully educating customers on possible options and plans of action.
Automotive Service Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
Norman, OK
10.2012 - 03.2014
- Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans.
- Operated specialized equipment such as Type and Type to test electronics and computer control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- 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.
Education
Diploma -
Henderson High School
Henderson, TX 08.2007 - 05.2011
Skills
Alignments experience
Mounting expertise
Diagnostic skills
Shop cleaning
Brake system service
Oil changes
Tire balancing
Good Telephone Etiquette
Planning and Coordination
Excellent Communication
Problem-Solving
Multitasking Abilities
Maintenance and Repair
Timeline
Lead Tire Technician
C & C Tire And Muffler
05.2020 - 08.2022
Automotive Service Technician
Patterson Nissan
02.2019 - 12.2019
Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
05.2016 - 09.2018
Automotive Alignment Specialist
Burls Collsion Center
03.2014 - 09.2016
Automotive Service Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
10.2012 - 03.2014
Diploma -
Henderson High School
08.2007 - 05.2011