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David Howsden

David City,NE

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking Automotive Technician with Number years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Technician

Hartman Auto
05.2022 - Current
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
  • Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • 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.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.

Parts Specialist

Akers Equipment John Deere
02.2018 - 11.2021
  • Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Maintained current knowledge of manufacturers' options and parts availability to offer expert support.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.

Maintenance Manager

Willow Springs Ranch
02.2013 - 12.2017
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
  • Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.

Maintenance Technician

Lockheed Martin
02.2011 - 12.2012
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.

Owner

Xpresss Auto
03.2000 - 01.2011
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.

Education

Ase Master/ Icar / - Automotive Engineering Technology

University Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ
07.2000

Beatrice High School
Beatrice, NE
05.1997

Skills

  • Safe Chemical Handling
  • Checking and Refilling Fluids
  • Operating Pneumatic Tools
  • Body Panel Repair
  • Coordination with Service Team
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Electrical Understanding
  • Drivability Issues
  • Hardworking and Dedicated
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Time Management
  • OSHA Regulation Compliance
  • Calibrating Systems
  • Hydraulic System Repair
  • Specification Reading
  • Engine Rebuilds
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Inventory Auditing
  • Maintaining Records
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • HAZMAT Knowledge
  • Quality Assurance
  • Service Schedule Coordination
  • Quality Assurance Inspections
  • Remote Services
  • Electrical Systems
  • Electrical Repair Procedures
  • Safety Awareness
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Vendor Relations
  • Customer Relations
  • Diagnostic Abilities
  • Valid Driver's License

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Hartman Auto
05.2022 - Current

Parts Specialist

Akers Equipment John Deere
02.2018 - 11.2021

Maintenance Manager

Willow Springs Ranch
02.2013 - 12.2017

Maintenance Technician

Lockheed Martin
02.2011 - 12.2012

Owner

Xpresss Auto
03.2000 - 01.2011

Ase Master/ Icar / - Automotive Engineering Technology

University Technical Institute

Beatrice High School
David Howsden