Ian Brielmaier
425 Jullien Drive, Santa Maria,CA
Summary
Adept at diagnosing and repairing automotive issues, I enhanced workshop efficiency and customer satisfaction at Firestone Complete Auto Care through expert maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. Skilled in engine repair and preventive maintenance, my dedication and team collaboration consistently exceeded client expectations, improving service delivery by 30%. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Hardworking and passionate job seeker eager to secure entry-level Launch Pad Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Honda of Santa Maria
1735 S. Bradley, Santa Maria, CA 93454
06.2024 - Current
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Reduced downtime for customers by completing automotive repairs in a timely manner.
- Streamlined workflow, effectively managing multiple repair tasks simultaneously.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Exceeded customer expectations by consistently delivering exceptional service and workmanship.
- Facilitated smooth communication between service advisors, clients, and the mechanic team to ensure complete understanding of vehicle needs and expectations during the repair process.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Senior Technician
Firestone Complete Auto Care
1805 S. Centre City Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025
01.2020 - 05.2024
- Monitored and enforced safety measures to mitigate hazards.
- Improved equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and calibration of complex machinery.
- Installed new systems and parts with efficient approach.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Provided exceptional customer support, resolving technical issues quickly and efficiently.
- Exceeded customer expectations during field service visits by demonstrating professionalism, technical expertise, and excellent communication skills.
- Conducted tests of components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
Automotive Mechanic
Cornerstone Automotive
477 N El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92057i
05.2011 - 12.2019
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate diagnostics of vehicle issues.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Reduced downtime for customers by completing automotive repairs in a timely manner.
- Streamlined workflow, effectively managing multiple repair tasks simultaneously.
- Delivered fast resolutions to emergency situations, prioritizing repairs for stranded motorists or critical fleet vehicles when needed.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Exceeded customer expectations by consistently delivering exceptional service and workmanship.
- Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
- Enhanced team productivity by collaborating with colleagues on complex repair jobs.
- Facilitated smooth communication between service advisors, clients, and the mechanic team to ensure complete understanding of vehicle needs and expectations during the repair process.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry advancements through regular participation in training programs and workshops.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Guajome Park Academy
Vista, CA06.2007
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake Systems
- Diagnostic abilities
- Tire Services
- Diagnostics
- Auto and engine repair
- Belt and hose replacements
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Workplace Safety
- Fluid Exchanges
- Fuel systems
- Repairs knowledge
- Filter Replacements
- Grease and Lubricant Application
- Exhaust Systems
- Battery Services
- Wheel Alignment
- Detailing and Cleaning
- Equipment inspection and testing
- Ignition systems
- Automatic Transmission Repair
- Equipment fine-tuning
- Manual Transmission Repair
- Transmission Rebuilding
- Willing to Learn
- Time Management
- Oil Changes
- Team Player
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Brake servicing
- Replacing parts
- Problem-Solving
Spending time with my family and fishing
I enjoy all activities with my wife and children. I support my son in his Basketball sports. I love water activities with my son and daughter. I take my son fishing (ocean and lake)
Timeline
Mechanic
Honda of Santa Maria
06.2024 - Current
Senior Technician
Firestone Complete Auto Care
01.2020 - 05.2024
Automotive Mechanic
Cornerstone Automotive
05.2011 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Guajome Park Academy