Howard Tran
Fremont, CA,CA
Summary
Technician with experience in the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. Strengths include knowledge of regulations, guidelines, protocols for equipment validation and system qualification. In previous roles, contributed to ensuring products meet quality standards by conducting thorough testing and documentation processes. Skilled at troubleshooting and utilizing technical expertise to improve operational efficiency.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ride Share Driver
Self-employeed
Fremont, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicle interior and exterior, including vacuuming, washing windows, and refueling when necessary.
- Monitored fuel levels and tire pressure regularly to ensure vehicle is running efficiently.
- Continuously monitored traffic conditions in order to select optimal route for passenger destination.
- Followed company protocols regarding cancellations, refunds, and other requests from customers.
- Adhered to all city regulations related to ride share services such as speed limits, parking rules.
- Greeted customers and provided them with information about the rideshare service.
- Ensured compliance with all federal and state laws pertaining to transportation services.
- Displayed excellent time management skills by arriving at pickup locations early or on time.
- Provided friendly customer service during trips, including offering assistance with luggage loading and unloading and answering questions about local attractions.
Automotive Technician
Self-employeed
Fremont, CA
04.2004 - 03.2022
- Certified clean air emissions and diagnosed failed vehicles using dynamometer technology.
- Conducted brake and lamp inspections for salvaged vehicles to ensure street-legal compliance.
- Achieved ASE certification in advanced engine performance diagnostics and electrical systems.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Provided accurate estimates of repair times to customers prior to work being performed.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- experienced with shop tools including torque wrenches, drivers, power tools, bore gauges, calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
Lab Technician
Kelly Scientific Services
Fremont, CA
01.2000 - 07.2000
- Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.
- Ordered supplies for the laboratory as needed.
- Conducted daily laboratory maintenance, including cleaning and organizing.
- Recorded data from experiments into detailed lab reports for review by supervisors.
- Implemented preventive measures against contamination of samples during testing procedures.
- Monitored and maintained laboratory equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, and microscopes.
- Performed regular inspections on all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Provided technical guidance and training to new lab technicians.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all chemicals used in experiments or stored in the lab.
- Operated various analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers and chromatographs to perform chemical analyses of samples.
- Troubleshot instrument malfunctions and made necessary repairs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Automotive Technology
WyoTech
Fremont, CA01-2004
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CA06-1998
Skills
- Microsoft Excel and Word
- Adobe Photoshop
- Vehicle maintenance and diagnostics
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Digital multimeter
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
- Marathon runner for 7 years ran over 100 miles every month
- Kendo training in sword fighting
- I like to Snowboard
Languages
Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- finished organic chemistry in 2 months with good marks
Certification
- L1 Advance Engine Performance ASE re Certified
- Certified Electrical for Automotive Repair
Timeline
Ride Share Driver
Self-employeed
01.2022 - Current
Automotive Technician
Self-employeed
04.2004 - 03.2022
Lab Technician
Kelly Scientific Services
01.2000 - 07.2000
Associate of Arts - Automotive Technology
WyoTech
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of The Pacific
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