Christopher Henthorne
Tavares,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven troubleshooting and technical skills to resolve issues promptly. Excellent at maintaining mechanical, electrical and animatronic systems within Hagrid's venue. Eager face new challenges of leadership.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Ride and Show Technician
Universal Studio Orlando
02.2022 - Current
- Completed daily, weekly, monthly and yearly preventative maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, ride vehicle and mechanical systems specific to the ride venue.
- Performed on the job training for new hire technicians to learn how to perform preventative maintenance in a safe and time efficient manner.
- Performed drop safety catch project work.
- Performed annual replacement of magnet beam yokes for eddy current brake on drop towers.
- Performed hardware project work for eddy current brake and stator plates for entire ride track.
- Performed rebuilds of ride track brake assemblies
- Performed wire replacement for various friction wheel drive motors around ride track
- Performed animation preventive maintenance and repairs for animatronics within Hagrid's venue and Hogsmeade
- Assisted Universal creative with wand upgrade within Hogsmeade
- Performed lead duties while green carding for Hagrid's venue
- Performed multiple large repairs for animated figures
Master Automotive Technician
Sport Mazda
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Maintained compliance with dealer and manufacturer standards for warranty repair and maintenance actions.
- 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.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Master Automotive Technician
Nelson Mazda Nashville
06.2014 - 05.2021
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Maintained compliance with dealer and manufacturer standards for warranty repair and maintenance actions.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive And Light Duty Diesel Repair
Nashville Auto Diesel College
Nashville, TN06.2006
High School Diploma -
Mount Juliet High
Mount Juliet, TN05.2005
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Team Member Training
- Guest/Team Member Safety
- Level 1 Certified
- Networking with other departments to accomplish goals
Timeline
Ride and Show Technician
Universal Studio Orlando
02.2022 - Current
Master Automotive Technician
Sport Mazda
05.2021 - 02.2022
Master Automotive Technician
Nelson Mazda Nashville
06.2014 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive And Light Duty Diesel Repair
Nashville Auto Diesel College
High School Diploma -
Mount Juliet High