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Colin B. Herold

Marietta,NY

Summary

Objective- Field Technician

Driven professional successful in managing parts, replacing components, troubleshooting, and diagnosing customer concerns in the field. Good teamwork, communication and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in customer service and working in different locations under all conditions on complicated tasks.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician

Burdick Volkswagen
10.2018 - Current
  • Completed repairs on suspension, and driveline components.
  • Completed warranty repairs
  • Oil Changes
  • Tire swaps/repairs
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.

Field/Shop Technician

Tartaglia Railroad Services
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Interpreted blueprint and schematic drawings to determine best course for repairs.
  • Built, tested, and modified equipment to achieve functionality objectives.
  • Partnered with shop team to diagnose problems, correct faults and restore equipment to manufacturer specifications through timely preventive maintenance.
  • Repaired parts, components and assemblies to correct malfunctions.
  • Measured and tested components using handheld micrometers, calipers and other tools.

Field Technician

Independent Field Service
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostics of malfunctioning equipment, machinery, tools, and components.
  • Utilized safety practices with no complaints or accidents.
  • Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
  • Mounted new or rebuilt motors to generators.
  • Performed Load bank testing on generator sets
  • Performed preventive maintenances on large generators


Technician

Burdick Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.

VW, Audi, and Porsche Parts Specialist

Burdick Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Provided parts and pricing to the most demanding customers and Technicians.
  • Worked with 7-8 other individuals.
  • Able to connect well with customers over the phone and in person.
  • Worked in conjunction with Corporate VW, Audi and Porsche with parts discrepancies and issues with parts.

Cook-Lakeside Vista

01.2015 - 01.2019

Cooked a variety of meals in a fast paced environment

Member

01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Participated in several community revitalization projects through Boy Scouts.

Education

Bachelors of Technology - Automotive Technology

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Morrisville, NY
05.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Morrisville, NY
05.2023

Automotive Technology-OCM Boces Certificate - Automotive Technology

Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES
Liverpool, NY
06.2019

High School Diploma -

Marcellus High School
Marcellus, NY
06.2019

Skills

  • Vehicle & Heavy equipment operations knowledge
  • Managing Parts
  • Maintenance Procedures
  • Installing Equipment
  • System repairs
  • Replacing parts
  • Field work

Certification

  • Licensed NYS Vehicle Inspector - 2021
  • CFC-12, HFC-134A and HFO-1234yf License - May 2019
  • J-std-001- January 2024

Timeline

Field/Shop Technician

Tartaglia Railroad Services
08.2023 - 01.2024

Field Technician

Independent Field Service
05.2022 - 08.2023

Technician

Burdick Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
05.2021 - 05.2022

VW, Audi, and Porsche Parts Specialist

Burdick Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche
10.2019 - 05.2021

Automotive Technician

Burdick Volkswagen
10.2018 - Current

Cook-Lakeside Vista

01.2015 - 01.2019

Member

01.2012 - 01.2018

Bachelors of Technology - Automotive Technology

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville

Automotive Technology-OCM Boces Certificate - Automotive Technology

Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES

High School Diploma -

Marcellus High School
Colin B. Herold