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Christopher Lockett

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Skilled Automotive Technician who still has lots to learn from technicians with much more experience than I do. I have a pretty robust background in system repairs and electrical failure diagnostics, which have been honed over the past 20 plus years of working along side skilled master technicians and learning from their teachings and through self-employment. Efficient in transforming complex issues into customer satisfaction, showing exceptional problem-solving and team collaboration. I have high quality control standards, underlining a commitment to excellence and efficiency in vehicle maintenance and repair.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Technician

Tigard Mitsubishi
Tigard, OR
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning quality control standards.
  • Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
  • Provided accurate estimates of repair times to customers prior to work being performed.
  • Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
  • Maintained a clean working environment at all times.

Installer/fabeicator (cabinets, Slab-granite)

PNW Pacific Northwest Enterprises
Vancouver, WA
12.2021 - 10.2024
  • Removed existing cabinetry and countertops prior to new installation.
  • Measured, cut, and installed baseboards, crown molding, and also cut backsplashes after the countertop decks were completed to finish the job to customer satisfaction
  • Installed cabinets and countertops in residential homes according to customer specifications.
  • Determined the layout of the granite based on customer specifications.
  • Polished surfaces of newly installed granite countertops with grinders, sanders, polishers, buffers and other tools.
  • Fabricated custom-made pieces for special applications according to the drawings, and then created templates to match the specific cabinet designs so that the install went as smooth as possible.

Mobile Auto Technician

C's Mobile Automotive Maintenance & Repair (Self)
Portland, OR
01.2018 - 06.2021
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Performed vehicle diagnostics to narrow down the issue, and with proper diagnostic protocol, would ensure the correct repair, all while being in hard-to-get-to areas geographically, or wherever the customer may have broken down.
  • Completed roadside repairs of various vehicle systems, such as brakes and tire repair, and have also done head gasket jobs on various vehicles in tight roadside situations.
  • Performed regular safety checks of all equipment, including hand and power tools, to ensure everything was functioning properly, safely, and efficiently.
  • Maintained accurate records of all service performed on customer vehicles.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR

Skills

  • System repairs
  • Electrical failure repairs
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Tire mounting and balancing
  • Bay maintenance
  • Alignments experience
  • Diagnosis and repairs
  • Road testing
  • Issue resolution
  • Team collaboration

Affiliations

  • I feel that I am a well-rounded individual with a lot of background in the construction industry and quite a few years diagnosing and repairing various vehicles and different engine types. I feel that I'll be able able to and have shown to myself over the years that I can apply my experience from the construction trade as well when repairing vehicles.

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Tigard Mitsubishi
11.2024 - 01.2025

Installer/fabeicator (cabinets, Slab-granite)

PNW Pacific Northwest Enterprises
12.2021 - 10.2024

Mobile Auto Technician

C's Mobile Automotive Maintenance & Repair (Self)
01.2018 - 06.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

Clackamas Community College

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