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Chris Herrera

Suffolk,VA

Summary

Experienced certified Service Technician with extensive knowledge in electrical systems and diagnosis. Adept at reading and understanding technical documentation including Electrical Wiring Diagrams, instructions, component details, repair manuals and procedures. Have specialized and maintained passion for electrical theory and applications. Always striving to achieve and expand knowledge and understanding of systems and electrical properties. Mechanical abilities for maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of automotive engines.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician

First Team Toyota
08.2017 - Current
  • Shop lead technician for electrical diagnosis and repairs
  • Installation of OEM and aftermarket accessories including Remote Engine Start systems, Audio/Video systems, Dash Cameras, Exterior and Interior lighting
  • Use of multimeters, picoscopes, Oscilloscope, de-pin/ pin wire connectors, and testing electrical components
  • Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Performed wire harness repairs, replacement, and inspection.
  • Wire repairs performed included soldering skills of various size wires. Interior and exterior harness of vehicle , under hood motor wire harness. Specified wires replaced rather than entire harness if applicable.
  • Testing and inspection of numerous computer modules of various vehicle systems. Including engine, airbag, transmission, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, and more.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.

Mobile Technology Expert

Priority Toyota Chesapeake
06.2008 - 08.2017
  • Introduced/Created position for dealer to allow opportunity for normally outsourced jobs/installations, to be performed in house.
  • Installation of OEM and aftermarket accessories including Remote Engine Start systems, Audio/Video systems, Dash Cameras, Exterior and Interior lighting
  • Maintained sound knowledge of company product.
  • Performed in-store product demonstrations for customers and staff.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services.
  • Performed OEM certified technician electrical diagnosis, recalls, and repairs.

Recruit/0311 Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
10.2007 - 12.2007

Recruit training and duties

Physical Therapy in MRP

Education

High School Diploma -

Kadena High School
Okinawa, Japan
06.2001

Skills

  • Electronic Components
  • Electrical Circuits Diagrams
  • Electrical Repair Procedures
  • Electrical Understanding
  • Soldering Skills
  • Scoping Components
  • Component installation
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Quality Assurance
  • Engine Tuneup and Repairs

Accomplishments

    Achieved and maintained expert level technician for electrical thru course studies and in class trainings.

    Use of multiple forms of diagnosis computer software and programs. Including stand alone scanners, laptops, and other equipment. Able to retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes, research definition, conditions, and possible repairs applicable.

Certification

  • AST - Advanced Service Technician
  • Toyota Certified Expert technician in Electrical 2009-
  • Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) 2002-
  • Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

A4-Steering and suspension

A5-Brakes

A6-Electrical

  • Virginia Motor safety inspector License - 2018-present

Timeline

Automotive Technician

First Team Toyota
08.2017 - Current

Mobile Technology Expert

Priority Toyota Chesapeake
06.2008 - 08.2017

Recruit/0311 Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
10.2007 - 12.2007

High School Diploma -

Kadena High School
  • AST - Advanced Service Technician
  • Toyota Certified Expert technician in Electrical 2009-
  • Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) 2002-
  • Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

A4-Steering and suspension

A5-Brakes

A6-Electrical

  • Virginia Motor safety inspector License - 2018-present
Chris Herrera