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Gerald (Robby) Rabun

Grand Junction,CO

Summary

Results-driven automotive professional with over 30 years of experience in diagnostics, calibration, and operations management. Proven track record of building high-performing teams and scaling automotive service operations, achieving $500K+ monthly sales within six months. Expert in OE software, ADAS calibrations, and ATS optimization. ASE Master Tech and L1 certified, seeking leadership roles in automotive diagnostics and service management.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

West Colorado Area Manager

Protect Automotive Solutions
03.2023 - 05.2025
  • - Managed operations across West Colorado, overseeing diagnostics, calibrations, and programming using OE software.
  • - Developed market expansion strategies, meeting performance goals to establish a sustainable regional presence.
  • - Supervised technician teams, ensuring high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Operations Manager

Integrity Scanning & Calibration Solutions
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • - Launched a calibration startup for Bstreet Collision, achieving $500K-$550K monthly sales within six months.
  • - Procured fleet vans and equipment for OE software scans, calibrations, programming, and diagnostics.
  • - Recruited and trained six technicians, scaling operations from $200K to $500K monthly sales in three months.
  • - Implemented processes to ensure ATS compatibility and operational efficiency.

Shop Foreman/Lead Technician

Vick's Automotive
01.2015 - 09.2018
  • - Diagnosed and repaired vehicles, specializing in emission control, throttle body injection, and computerized systems.
  • - Performed advanced diagnostics on anti-lock brakes, cruise control, and four-wheel-drive components.
  • - Trained service department staff, improving team efficiency and repair quality.
  • - Managed daily operations, including pricing work orders, requisitioning parts, and supervising technicians.

Education

Heavy Truck Repair Diploma -

Capitol City Trade and Technical School
Austin, TX
05.1986

Skills

  • Automotive Diagnostics & Programming (10 years)
  • ADAS Calibrations (Dynamic & Static)
  • OE Software: Volvo Vida, BMW ISTA, Mercedes Xentry, GM SPS/GDS2, Ford IDS/FDRS, Toyota Techstream
  • Management & Team Leadership
  • ATS Optimization & Keyword Integration
  • Welding & Paint/Body (10 years)
  • Diesel Systems: Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax (10 years)
  • Software: Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Salesforce,Excel

Certification

  • ASE Master Technician, January 2007 – December 2024
  • ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance, January 2007 – December 2024
  • Colorado Driver's License, March 2023 – January 2031

Timeline

West Colorado Area Manager

Protect Automotive Solutions
03.2023 - 05.2025

Operations Manager

Integrity Scanning & Calibration Solutions
06.2022 - 02.2023

Shop Foreman/Lead Technician

Vick's Automotive
01.2015 - 09.2018

Heavy Truck Repair Diploma -

Capitol City Trade and Technical School

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