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Ha Nguyen

San Francisco,California

Summary

Proven Automotive Technician with a solid background at Acura of Serramonte, adept in advanced diagnostics and engine repair. Leveraged strong work ethic and problem-solving skills to enhance vehicle performance and workshop efficiency. Achieved a significant reduction in diagnostic times by 30%, showcasing expertise in preventive maintenance and electrical failure repairs. Hardworking Master Automotive Technician successful at correcting mechanical problems, completing routine maintenance and improving vehicle operations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive-technician

San Francisco Honda and Acura
12.2021 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.

Automotive Technician

Acura of Serramonte
06.2015 - 10.2021
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.

Education

No Degree - Automotive Smog Tech (EO130403)

Skyline College
San Bruno, CA
09.1996

No Degree - Automotive Mechanics

City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
09.1994

GED -

Galileo High School
San Francisco, CA
09.1991

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Changing tires
  • Engine repair
  • Problem-Solving
  • Changing Oil
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Hand and power tools
  • Brake systems understanding
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Replacing parts
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Parts Replacement
  • Fluid Exchanges
  • Diagnostic abilities
  • Brake Systems
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Steering systems
  • Tire Services
  • Suspension Systems
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Alignments experience
  • System repairs
  • Transmissions
  • Fuel systems
  • Exhaust Systems
  • Team Collaboration
  • Preventive maintenance services
  • Coolant System Control
  • Installing equipment
  • Electrical failure repairs
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Battery Services
  • Electrical understanding
  • Replacing Filters
  • Engine Rebuilds
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Drivetrain Repair
  • Automotive Electronics
  • Drivetrain and Axle Installation
  • Wheel Alignments
  • Electrical experience
  • Emissions Control
  • Advanced Diagnostics
  • Operating air compressors
  • Calibrating systems
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Manual transmissions

Timeline

Automotive-technician

San Francisco Honda and Acura
12.2021 - Current

Automotive Technician

Acura of Serramonte
06.2015 - 10.2021

No Degree - Automotive Smog Tech (EO130403)

Skyline College

No Degree - Automotive Mechanics

City College of San Francisco

GED -

Galileo High School
Ha Nguyen