DONTAVIS M. BURNS
New York,NY
Summary
To obtain a position as an Automotive Technician, where I can utilize my skills to be a productive member of a service facility and further my career of becoming a Master Tech
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician Apprentice
360motorsports
Long Island City, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Replaced gaskets, flushed coolant and performed tune-ups as part of minor vehicle maintenance.
- Assisted in rebuilding, replacing and repairing vehicle parts such as engines, brakes, transmission lines, and electrical assemblies.
- Raised vehicle on hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
- Upheld strict safety standards during all repair procedures, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
Auto Body Assistant
J&D Auto Repair
Bronx, NY
01.2020 - Current
- Assist auto body technicians with vehicle repairs, including dent removal, panel replacement, and painting
- Prepare vehicles for bodywork by sanding, masking, and priming surfaces
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper disposal of hazardous materials
- Safely operate tools and equipment such as spray guns, sanders, and welders under supervision
- Perform inspections to ensure repair quality meets industry standards and customer expectations
Maintenance/Janitorial Crew
ACE
Long Island City, NY
01.2019 - Current
- Maintain cleanliness of city sidewalks, storefronts, plazas, and parks by sweeping and emptying trash
- Assist with graffiti removal using power washing equipment or manual cleaning methods
- Set up, break down, and secure chairs, tables, and other furniture in public plazas
- Report property hazards and damages, take photos, and maintain detailed work logs
- Clear paths of leaves, debris, and trash; assist gardeners with landscaping tasks in planters
- Sanitize building interiors, including offices, kitchens, and restrooms, while managing cleaning supply inventory
Education
Automotive Service Technology - Automotive Technology
NYADI the College of Transportation Technology
Jamaica, NYFinance
High School Of Economics And Finance
Manhattan, NYSkills
- Oil & Filter changes
- Brakes
- Fluid checks
- Checked tire pressure
- Diagnose a vehicle
- Steering and suspension
- Engine repair
- Spark plugs
- Ignition coil packs
- Valve cover
- Valve cover gasket
- General repair maintenance on vehicles
Certification
- Mopar
- Ford
- Get Ahead
- Genesis
- Isuzu
- Mercedes Benz
- ACDelco
- Toyota
- Audi
- 609 Air Conditioning
- Snap-On Multimeter
Timeline
Automotive Technician Apprentice
360motorsports
11.2023 - Current
Auto Body Assistant
J&D Auto Repair
01.2020 - Current
Maintenance/Janitorial Crew
ACE
01.2019 - Current
Automotive Service Technology - Automotive Technology
NYADI the College of Transportation Technology
Finance
High School Of Economics And Finance