Darrah Griffin Jackson
St Louis,MO
Summary
Experienced with an strong automotive background in vehicle diagnosing and repair. Reliable when it comes to following tasks and shop standards. Experienced with using automotive repair software such as Alldata and Mitchell1. Successful at managing parts and replacing components. Good teamwork, communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage engine maintenance, transmission service and body repair.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Enterprise Car Sales
06.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Maintain an organized work area, tools, contributing to shop standards.
- inspecting vehicles fully for leaks, noises, visible damage, and internal damage, and other concerning issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new parts.
- Repaired and rotated tires on various types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Configuring and testing vehicles for proper functioning after repairs.
- Ensured through inspections on vehicles for legalness and on road safety.
Automotive Maintenance Technician
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Topped off recommended amount of fluids in vehicle to ensure proper vehicle function.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate automotive maintenance services.
- Collaborated with team members to complete maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Enhanced shop productivity by consistently completing lubrication tasks within specified timeframes.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets for additional services such as fluid exchanges, oil changes, and battery installations.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
- Installed wiper blades and lightbulbs as well as confirming proper function before customer gets back on the road.
- Following TSB's recommended instructions and safety protocols.
Team Member
White Castle
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Efficiency and teamwork
- Communication/Problem solving with customers and co-workers
- Fast paced environment
- Part-time high school experience
- First time job experience
Education
High School Diploma - EMS/EMT
Gateway STEM High School
05-2023
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Tire repair
- Engine repair
- Inspecting vehicles
- Problem-solving
- Valid Driver's license
- Hand and power tools
- Brake systems
- Time management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Replacing parts
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Enterprise Car Sales
06.2025 - Current
Automotive Maintenance Technician
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
06.2024 - 06.2025
Team Member
White Castle
06.2022 - 06.2024
High School Diploma - EMS/EMT
Gateway STEM High School