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Gregory Adams

Tire tech/Auto Mechanic Tech
Hempstead,NY

Summary

Hardworking and experienced Automotive Technician with 5+ years of experience in the field. Positive and upbeat individual with experiencing servicing brakes, exhaust systems, engines and tires for diverse make and models. Frequently commended for work quality and speed.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Automotive Technician

Goodyear Tire & Rubber
04.2019 - Current
  • Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Performed New York State safety and emissions inspections.

Automotive Service Technician

MAVIS
08.2017 - 04.2019
  • Installed, balanced , repaired new and used tires for passenger cars or commercial vehicles.
  • Inspected and assessed tire tread levels, wear patterns, valve quality and overall health of the tire.
  • Performed the tire rotation, balance and other maintenance tasks.
  • Recommend and performed tire alignment when there was an uneven tire wear, crooked steering wheel or when the steering or suspension were replaced.
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
  • Repaired tires to avoid costly replacements by patching, plugging and replacing valves.
  • Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
    Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Checked, installed and repaired rotors, pads and drums.
  • Road-tested vehicles to assess tire performance and identify additional issues.

Lawn Sprinkler

Long Island Irrigation
06.2001 - 01.2006
  • Kept detailed job records to maintain up-to-date filing system.
  • Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
  • Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
  • Assessed project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Majored in Engineering Physics-Degree Not Awarded

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
1981 - 1985

Skills

  • Maintaining Records
  • Speaking
  • Filter Replacement
  • Replacing Parts/Tires
  • OSHA Regulation Compliance
  • Operating Air Compressors
  • Gasket Replacements

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Goodyear Tire & Rubber
04.2019 - Current

Automotive Service Technician

MAVIS
08.2017 - 04.2019

Lawn Sprinkler

Long Island Irrigation
06.2001 - 01.2006

Bachelor of Science - Majored in Engineering Physics-Degree Not Awarded

Tennessee State University
1981 - 1985

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