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Ian Welch

Itasca,IL

Summary

Hardworking and reliable technician with strong ability in engine mechanical. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Looking to grow in the industry of High performance I went to college to pursue dreams of racing someday. I love building engines, and seeing them come to life after pouring every ounce of knowledge I have into making it the best possible product I can for customer.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Engine Builder

Sound Performance LLC
Bensenville, IL
09.2023 - Current

Removal and install of engines. Tear down of all engines. Coordinated with our machine shop on engine builds and blueprints. Build all long blocks for customers and projects in house. Worked with customers on what they wanted for their builds and provided information as necessary. Work with all technicians on timing jobs, head gasket replacements, etc.

Automotive Technician

Hudson Autoworks
12.2022 - 09.2023
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using scan tools, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • 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.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.

Performance Technician

Elite Racing and Fabrication
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Set up and ran tests to check all components and systems for performance, durability and conformance to specifications.
  • Build Engines such as 2jz, RB25,26, 4B11T, EJ25, some LS.
  • Remove and install, engines, transmissions, turbo kits.
  • Clutch installs, Differential services and some rebuilds.
  • Set up our hub dyno for tuning.
  • Started to get into wiring some haltech ecu displays, gauges, ECU installs with aftermarket harnesses or jumpers.
  • Learning and getting into fabrication with the welder with prior experience from school.
  • Heling customers set up build projects, parts lists, and orders.
  • Help handle day to day operations as it is a very small team.
  • Inspected test parts to determine nature of defects and malfunctions.

Automotive Technician

Caliber Collision/Protech Automotive solutions
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
  • Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
  • Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
  • Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
  • Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
  • Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
  • Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
  • Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
  • Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.

Automotive Service Technician

Doss Towing and Automotive
11.2018 - 12.2019
  • Adjusted, repaired or replaced defective automotive parts.
  • Repaired transmissions, engines, coolant systems and suspension systems on vehicles.
  • Inspected vehicles to assess damage and plan for repairs and new parts.
  • Tested electronic components and computer controls with specialized devices.
  • Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
  • Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
  • Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
  • Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.

Automotive Service Technician

Quality Care Automotive
01.2018 - 11.2018
  • Adjusted, repaired or replaced defective automotive parts.
  • Repaired transmissions, engines, coolant systems and suspension systems on vehicles.
  • Inspected vehicles to assess damage and plan for repairs and new parts.
  • Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
  • Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
  • Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
  • Conducted test drives and adjusted controls and systems to verify vehicle serviceability.
  • Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.

Shop Assistant

Mid-town Auto Body
12.2013 - 11.2014
  • Maintained work area organization and cleanliness to uphold production levels and safety standards.
  • Completed daily checklists for smooth shop operations.
  • Coordinated materials for shop needs and field operations at work sites.
  • Operated equipment and tools in full accordance with safety procedures.
  • Helped shop personnel complete assignments.
  • Completed basic and semi-skilled work using available tools and facilities.
  • Installed, inspected and maintained equipment components.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology/High Performance Technology

University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima, OH
11.2017

High School Diploma -

Southeast Guilford High School
Greensboro, NC
05.2011

Skills

  • Parts Replacement
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Alignments Experience
  • Coolant Flushes
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Gasket Replacements
  • Engine Overhauls
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Wheel Alignment
  • Hardworking and Dedicated
  • Willing to Learn
  • Work Area Cleanliness

Timeline

Engine Builder

Sound Performance LLC
09.2023 - Current

Automotive Technician

Hudson Autoworks
12.2022 - 09.2023

Performance Technician

Elite Racing and Fabrication
01.2021 - 12.2022

Automotive Technician

Caliber Collision/Protech Automotive solutions
12.2019 - 01.2021

Automotive Service Technician

Doss Towing and Automotive
11.2018 - 12.2019

Automotive Service Technician

Quality Care Automotive
01.2018 - 11.2018

Shop Assistant

Mid-town Auto Body
12.2013 - 11.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology/High Performance Technology

University of Northwestern Ohio

High School Diploma -

Southeast Guilford High School
Ian Welch