Open To Work
Christopher Guarino
Kernersville,nc
Summary
Detail-oriented Assembly and Automotive Technician with extensive mechanical experience. Expertise in precise assembly, quality inspections, and troubleshooting in fast-paced environments. Strong communicator and team collaborator focused on safety and workflow efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician / Manager
Perfection Exhaust
Kernersville
04.2020 - 05.2026
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented repairs promptly to minimize downtime
- Executed quality checks to verify proper fit and function, ensuring high standards of workmanship
- Assembled and installed exhaust systems and related components
- Utilized hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment to complete daily tasks with precision
- Followed detailed repair procedures and specifications
- Maintained clean and organized work environment
- Supported workflow organization to improve team efficiency
Automotive Technician / Service Writer
AC Automotive
Winston-Salem
08.2010 - 08.2020
- Interpreted technical diagrams and repair procedures for accurate and efficient repairs
- Executed mechanical assembly and installation of vehicle components to ensure optimal performance
- Conducted thorough inspections to verify compliance with quality standards
- Operated tools and equipment safely and efficiently
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Communicated effectively with team members and customers
Electrician
Continental Electrical Services
winston salem, NC
04.2001 - 05.2010
Electrician
Salem Electric Company
winston salem, NC
08.1998 - 05.2001
Electrician
Forsyth Electrical co
winston salem, NC
09.1996 - 05.1998
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Education
High School Diploma (or Equivalent) - Upper secondary education, High school or equivalent
Park Land High School
Winston-Salem, NC06-1996
Skills
- Quality inspection
- Auto service management
- Phone client interaction
- Alignment
- Customer communication
- Sales
- Problem solving
- Light vehicle operation
- Communication skills
- Schematics
- Organized workspace
- Customer relationship building
- Fleet vehicle management
- Service writing
- Customer support
- Dealership experience
- Inspection reporting
- Materials handling
- Computer operation
- Microsoft Word
- Metal fabrication techniques
- Suspension
- Customer Service
- Service Technician Experience
- Auto Technician
- Inventory management
- Automotive repair
- GPS
- Blueprint Reading
- Employee relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Customer engagement
- Vehicle safety checks
- Filter replacement
- Computer skills
- Fabrication
- Telephone etiquette
- Automotive assembly processes
- Automotive service
- Auto estimating
- Customer inquiry handling
- Workplace organization
- Technical sales support
- Automotive tire balancing
- Mechanic Experience
- Wiring device installation
- Oil Change
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Loading
- Automotive electrical systems
- Quality control
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Math
- Logistics coordination
- Brake Repair
- Team management
- Tire service
- Electrical wiring
- English
- Mechanical knowledge
- Customer service expertise
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Software installation
- Electrical repair
- Loading operations
- Maintenance repairs
- Safety Equipment
- Blueprint reading
- Verbal communication
- Component replacement
- Equipment operation
- Precision measurement tools
- Multitasking
- Troubleshooting
- Repair services
Certification
- Service Writer, 08/01/24 to 01/01/31
- Hunter Alignment, 1 week of training at a hunter alignment class. Passed with a 90., 08/01/18 to 08/01/20
- CNCI Inspector, 08/01/18 to 08/01/20
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer. Have the understanding of basic automotive work. Enjoy problem solving and working on cars and trucks. Am not shy to ask for help with anything I don't understand.
Languages
English
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeContract WorkGig WorkLocation Preference
RemoteHybridSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Technician / Manager
Perfection Exhaust
04.2020 - 05.2026
Automotive Technician / Service Writer
AC Automotive
08.2010 - 08.2020
Electrician
Continental Electrical Services
04.2001 - 05.2010
Electrician
Salem Electric Company
08.1998 - 05.2001
Electrician
Forsyth Electrical co
09.1996 - 05.1998
High School Diploma (or Equivalent) - Upper secondary education, High school or equivalent
Park Land High School